hiking safety
Latest about hiking safety

The most dangerous National Park – and tips for staying alive
By Julia Clarke published
We uncover the leading causes of deaths in National Parks, which park is the most dangerous, and most importantly, what you can do to stay safe on your visit

Lost hiker uses dying cellphone's light to signal for help in Hawaii
By Cat Ellis published
The man was hiking alone in Honolulu, and became disoriented on the trail after sunset

Hiker survives 200ft fall after climbing mountain in tennis shoes
By Cat Ellis published
Ruth Woroniecki was hiking solo on Christmas Eve when the accident happened

What is hypothermia? Learn how to recognize and prevent it
By Julia Clarke last updated
What is hypothermia? We explain the signs, symptoms and risk factors of this hiking hazard, as well as how to prevent it on your cold weather expeditions

What is frostbite? How to spot it and prevent it
By Julia Clarke last updated
What is frostbite? We look at the causes, signs and symptoms of frostbite so you know the risk factors and what to look out for when you’re exploring in winter

Wind safety for hikers: how windy is too windy to go walking?
By Julia Clarke last updated
We outline wind safety for hikers, from the risks involved to how to prepare so you can stay safe no matter how gusty it gets

Hiker saves himself by climbing back up cliff after terrifying 30ft fall
By Cat Ellis published
The Taiwanese man spent 14 hours at the foot of the cliff after falling while climbing Mount Baxion

New Garmin data reveals hikers make up vast majority of emergency calls
By Julia Clarke published
If you request emergency rescue when you’re out in the wild, you’re probably a hiker according to newly published data from Garmin
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