Hiking Links

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Hiking Category List

• Outdoors Resources
• General Hiking Information
• Hiking Equipment Information
• Hostelling Information
• Hiking Clubs/Groups
• Travel Information
• Hiking Regions & Trails
• Hiking Holidays
• Weekend Hiking
• Day Hiking
• Hiking Shops & Stores
• Hiking Equipment Brands
• Related Outdoor Activities

Outdoors Resources

• Google Maps – Google Maps mapping facility.
• National Trails – Information about the National Trails in England and Wales.
• Natural England – Natural England is an Executive Non-departmental Public Body responsible to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Their purpose is to protect and improve England’s natural environment and encourage people to enjoy and get involved in their surroundings.

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General Hiking Information

• Wikipedia on Hiking – Definition and information about hiking from Wikipedia.
• Wikipedia on Walking – Definition and information about walking from Wikipedia.
• Bored Feet Press – Publisher and distributor of hiking and travel guides, outdoor recreation maps, and books on a wide variety of topics.
• Frank and Anne’s Canyon Country Notebook – Information on hiking, camping, and exploring the American west.
• Uwpagina Hiking Links – A Dutch online resource providing international links on hiking.
• The Outdoor Directory – A British online resource providing international links on outdoor resources.

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Hiking Equipment Information

• Hiking and Backpacking – HikingandBackpacking.com is your quick and easy way to find info on hiker and backpacker activities. It’s also a fast way to find out who has the best deals on outdoor gear.

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Hostelling Information

• Hostelling International – Hostelling information worldwide.
• YHA England & Wales – Hostelling information for England & Wales.
• Scottish YHA – Hostelling information for Scotland.
• Northern Ireland Hostelling – Hostelling information for Northern Ireland.
• Irish Republic Hostelling – Hostelling information for the Irish Republic.
• USA Hostelling – Hostelling information for the USA.
• YHA Australia – Hostelling information for Australia.
• Germany Hostelling – Hostelling information for Germany.
• France Hostelling – Hostelling information for France.
• Netherlands Hostelling – Hostelling information for the Netherlands.
• New Zealand YHA – Hostelling information for New Zealand.
• Canada Hostelling – Hostelling information for Canada.
• Belgium Hostelling – Hostelling information for Belgium.
• South Africa Hostelling – Hostelling information for South Africa.
• Denmark Hostelling – Hostelling information for Denmark.
• Switzerland Hostelling – Hostelling information for Switzerland.
• Japan Hostelling – Hostelling information for Japan.
• Italy Hostelling – Hostelling information for Italy.
• Portugal Hostelling – Hostelling information for Portugal.
• Kenya Hostelling – Hostelling information for Kenya.
• Argentina Hostelling – Hostelling information for Argentina.
• Vietnam Hostelling – Hostelling information for Vietnam.

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Hiking Clubs/Groups

• Ramblers England – The Ramblers is Britain’s walking charity, working to safeguard the footpaths, the countryside and other places we go walking, and to encourage more people to take up walking.
• Ramblers Scotland – Ramblers Scotland is the representative body for walkers in Scotland.
• Ramblers Wales – Ramblers Wales is the representative body for walkers in Wales.
• Harriman Hikers – A North NJ Singles Hiking Club.
• International Backpacking Association – Explore this fun multimedia site. Get free high quality scenic screeensavers, photos, online videos, with educational information and much more. Expand your horizons.
• Boy Scout Resources and Cub Scout Resources – Online resource for both Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts.

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Travel Information

• The Travel Directory – Brings together the best travel sites from around the world to form a comprehensive, user-friendly online information resource for all travellers.
• Great New Zealand Travel & Tourism Guide – Travel, tourism and other information for travellers to New Zealand. Accomodation, activities, attractions, general information and more links easily searchable.

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Hiking Regions & Trails

• Dances With Marmots – A Pacific Crest Trail Adventure – The US and its wilderness through the eyes of a New Zealander as he hikes 2650 miles along the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada.

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Hiking Holidays

• HF Holidays – UK membership based company providing walking holidays maily in the UK.
• SPICE UK – UK membership based company providing Adventure, Sports and Social activities and holidays, including walking and hiking.
• Tracks N Trips – Offer guided walking holidays in Andalucia, Southern Spain, Mallorca, Tuscany and Romania, providing opportunities for leisurely mountain and coastal walks, where you will explore the flora and fauna and culture of the areas.
• EXODUS – The original adventure and activity holiday company specialising in walking, cycling, winter activities, photographic and wildlife holidays.
• ActiveEarthNewZealand.com – Active Earth New Zealand is a tour company for adventurous people who want to go hiking or trekking in New Zealand’s wonderful National parks.
• Hiking New Zealand : Walking Tours, Guided Hikes, Adventure Holidays & Antarctica Cruises – Visit HikingNewZealand.com for a full range of hiking adventure options from small group, 11-day Hiking Safaris involving camping and overnight hikes, to the guided Abel Tasman, Queen Charlotte tracks and Ball Pass Alpine Trek. See also our Adventures and Antarctic Expeditions sections.

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Weekend Hiking

• SPICE West Midlands – West Midlands Adventure, Sports and Social Group.
• FIZZ Leisure – Supplier of events to Adventure and Social Groups.

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Day Hiking

• SPICE West Midlands – West Midlands Adventure, Sports and Social Group.
• FIZZ Leisure – Supplier of events to Adventure and Social Groups.

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Hiking Shops & Stores

• North Face Jackets – We offer a huge selection of The North Face jackets and other hiking gear at great prices.

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Hiking Equipment Brands

Hiking Equipment Brands – A

• AKU – AKU is considered one of the leading European brands in the hiking, trekking and outdoor footwear market.
• Asolo – Asolo create super footwear for all outdoor needs, including walking, hiking and backpacking, for all conditions and altitudes. They design their footwear around the foot. It’s flexible, lightweight, and durable.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – B

• Berghaus – Berghaus produce backpacks, boots and shoes, jackets, pants, fleeces, base layers and accessories for outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking and trekking.
• Black Diamond – Black Diamond provide tents, backpacks, poles and gloves for hiking and trekking in the mountains and other mountain and climbing related gear.
• Brasher – Some consider Brasher to be the market leaders in outdoor leisure footwear, creating the ultimate walking and hiking performance.
• Bridgedale – Bridgedale design and manufacture some of the most comfortable socks on the market and are ideal for hiking and Backpacking.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – C

• Coleman – Coleman design products for people who love to be outdoors, including tents, backpacks and sleeping bags for hiking, backpacking or trekking.
• Columbia – The Columbia Sportswear Company – some great outdoor gear. If you need either: boots or shoes, a jacket, fleece, shirt, pants or accessories for hiking, trekking or backpacking then take a look!
• Craghoppers – Craghoppers have travel, outdoor and adventure gear. If you are looking for good quality jackets, fleeces, trousers, shorts, backpacks, poles, hats or accessories for hiking or backpacking then take a look!

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Hiking Equipment Brands – D

• Deuter – Deuter have a great range of backpacks for hiking, trekking and travel, alpine and snow sport, family, business, biking. They also have a great collection of sleeping bags.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – E

• Eagle Creek – Eaglecreek aim to prove that travel doesn’t have to lead to chronic lower back pain. If you are going on a hiking, backpacking or trekking holiday then check them out for durable luggage, comfortable backpacks and organized packing aids.
• Exped – Going on a hiking, trekking or backpacking adventure? Try Exped if you are looking for high quality gear: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, backpacks, poles.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – F

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Hiking Equipment Brands – G

• Gelert – Gelert have a wide range of gear: backpacks, jackets, boots or shoes, tents, sleeping bags and other accessories for you camping, hiking or backpacking trip.
• Golite – Golite produce a great range of lightweight gear which is simple and high performance. Take a look at their range of jackets, backpacks, tents and sleeping bags for your hiking or backpacking trip.
• Granite – Granite Gear are passionate about offering products that are not just creative, but innovative. If you are looking for a backpacks or travel luggage then take a peek at their gear.
• Gregory – Gregory backpacks are noted for innovative design, ergonomic and comfortable fit, quality, comfort and durability. Check them out if you need one for your hiking or backpacking adventure.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – H

• Haglofs – Haglöfs is the largest supplier of outdoor equipment in the Nordic region. They have a range of 350 products. Try them out if you need either: base layers, jackets, backpacks, sleeping bags, footwear or accessories for your hiking or backpacking trip.
• Hanwag – A great range of boots and shoes for hiking, trekking or backpacking from Hanwag. Providing hiking boots for over 90 years, providing excellent stability and a long lasting great fit.
• Helly Hansen – Helly Hansen provide high quality, protective technical gear for outdoor activities such as hiking and backpacking. Products include: boots and shoes, jackets, trousers, base layers, shirts, shorts, vests and accessories like hats and socks.
• Hi-Tec – If you are looking for attractive, comfortable, lightweight high-quality shoes at a good price for your hiking or backpacking adventures? Try Hi-Tec Sports – they’re passionate about footwear.
• Highlander – Highlander provide a range of dependable, quality, value for money products for your hiking and backpacking activities, including tents, backpacks and sleeping bags.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – I

• Icebreaker – Icebreaker use Pure New Zealand Merino wool to produce a range of clothing products suitable for hiking and backpacking trips. Clothing includes sleeveless, short and long sleeve tops, underwear and leggings, coats, hats, gloves, scarves and socks.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – J

• Jack Wolfskin – Jack Wolfskin believe that outdoor activities ought to be fun. Their range of jackets, fleeces, outerwear, underwear, trousers, socks and accessories for hiking reflect this philosophy.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – K

• Kelty – Kelty provide affordable, reliable outdoor gear that enables everyone, to embrace the outdoors with confidence. Try their range of backpacks, tents, sleeping bags and other accessories for your hiking or backpacking journeys.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – L

• Leki – LEKI produces the widest line of hiking and trekking poles on the market. They have five different series of poles, each designed with a particular kind of user, including a women’s line.
• Lightwave – Lightwave is dedicated to the design and development of high-quality lightweight backpacks and tents. Lightwave products are uncluttered by unnecessary features that add weight and complexity. Give them a try for your lightweight hiking and backpacking needs.
• Lifesystems – Lifesystems has protected adventurers and explorers against accident and disease for over 16 years. Lifesystems provides the essential protection you will need for your hiking, trekking or backpacking adventures.
• Lowa – Lowa produce a fantastic range of hiking, trekking and backpacking boots and shoes. Take a look at their website to see if they can satisfy your needs.
• Lowe Alpine – Lowe Alpine have a worldwide reputation for innovation, design and quality. Try their fab range of backpacks together with hats and gloves for your hiking or backpacking journeys.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – M

• Meindl – Meindl continue a centuries old tradition of making handmade footwear and have been a shoemaker for more than 300 years. Meindl produce quality footwear, both boots and shoes suitable for walking, hiking, trekking and backpacking.
• Merrell – For more than 26 years, Merrell has been providing outdoor enthusiasts with quality performance footwear. They have a good range of quality boots, shoes, jackets, tops, bottoms and hats suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking and backpacking.
• Montrail – Montrail delivers premier trail running and hiking boots and shoes for outdoor athletes. Montrail is synonymous with the best fitting, cutting-edge outdoor footwear.
• Mammut – The Mammut Sports Group AG is an innovative company which develops, manufactures and sells mountaineering, outdoor pursuits and snow sports products. They have a range of boots and shoes for hiking and trail blazing.
• Marmot – Marmot are commitment to building the finest outdoor clothing and equipment available. They have a wide range of equipment (backpacks, tents, sleeping bags) and clothing (jackets tops, trousers, base layers, hats, gloves). Take a look if you’re going hiking, backpacking or trekking.
• Montane – Montane provide performance clothing which is both lightweight and breathable. Their range includes jackets, fleeces, trousers, shorts, base layers. See if they can satisfy your hiking or backpacking requirements.
• Mountain Equipment – Mountain Equipment has been making some of the finest gear in the world since 1961. They are experienced in equipping the world’s elite for the harshest conditions on earth. They provide a range of products including: jackets, fleeces, trousers, shirts and tops, hats, gloves, gaiters, sleeping bags, tents and luggage to satisfy your mountain hiking needs.
• Mountain Hardwear – Take a look at Mountain Hardwear for you hiking needs. They combine innovation and attention to detail with superior product quality, backed with a lifetime warranty that speaks for itself. They have a range of equipment (backpacks, tents, sleeping bags) and clothing (jackets, tops, trousers, fleeces, base layers, hats, gloves and gaiters).

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Hiking Equipment Brands – N

• New Balance – New Balance produce superior footwear and athletic apparel to fit all widths and sizes. They have shoes suitable for trail hiking and also produce a range of tops and bottoms.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – O

• Osprey – Osprey produce backpacks and related products. Their mission is to create innovative high performance gear that reflects their love of adventure and their devotion to the outdoors. See if they have a backpack for your hiking, trekking or backpacking needs.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – P

• Paramo – Try Paramo for your hiking, trekking or backpacking clothing requirements! Their range includes: jackets, trousers, shorts, shirts, vests, base layers and underwear. The Páramo range is highly regarded by the outdoor industry as offering superior weather protection and comfort. All their clothes come with a lifetime guarantee.
• Patagonia – Patagonia have a range of gear suitable for hiking, trekking and backpacking, including: boots, shoes, jackets, fleeces, trousers, pullovers, shirts, vests, base layers, underwear, hats, gloves scarves and socks.
• Peter Storm – Peter Storm specialise in making waterproof and thermal clothing for walking, sailing, golf and country wear. Their range includes jackets, over jacket, tops, over trousers, long johns, hats, gloves, socks. See if they have what you need for your walking or hiking trips.
• Petzl – Petzl specialise in accessories for mountaineering activities. However, they have headlamps and a backpack suitable for day hiking.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – Q

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Hiking Equipment Brands – R

• Rab – The Rab brand is renowned for producing outstanding quality gear suitable for extreme cold environments and high altitude mountaineering. Rab have jackets, trousers, fleeces, base layers, gloves, head gear or gaiters suitable for mountain hiking. They also have sleeping bags, bag liners and bivis.
• Regatta – Regatta has an outstanding reputation for providing our customers with quality and value for money outdoor clothing. Whether it is waterproof and water repellent jackets, fleeces, trousers, over trousers, footwear, backpacks, body warmers, shirts or base layers, Regatta has everything you need for hiking and walking in all weathers.
• Rohan – Rohan have a range of gear suitable for walking and hiking, including: boots and shoes, jackets, fleeces, waterproofs, shirts, tops, trousers, shorts, base layers, gloves, hats and socks.
• Royal Robbins – Royal Robbins have a line of outdoor & travel clothing suitable for your hiking adventures, including: jackets, fleeces, shirts, trousers and shorts. They create practical outdoor clothing with the performance fabrics and which reflect the Royal Robbins American outdoor spirit!

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Hiking Equipment Brands – S

• Salomon – Salomon have a great of gear for hiking and trekking, including clothing (jackets, shorts, trousers, shirts, mid layers, headwear and gloves) footwear (boots and shoes), backpacks and travel bags.
• Scarpa – Scarpa have a range of boots and shoes to satisfy most hiking, trekking and backpacking needs. They try hard to achieve a delicate alchemy of quality that distinguishes their footwear in terms of reliability, technicality, fit, durability and suitability.
• Silva – Silva is the leading manufacturer compasses, pedometers, headlamps, outdoor instruments, binoculars, professional instruments and orienteering equipment. Make sure you don’t get lost on your hiking, trekking or backpacking trip.
• Sprayway – Sprayway’s design ethos is to produce garments that perform and also look great. Their range includes: jackets, soft shells, fleeces, tope and tee shirts, trousers and hats. See if they have what you need for your hiking or trekking!

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Hiking Equipment Brands – T

• The North Face – The North Face has an extensive range of performance clothing, equipment, and footwear (boots and shoes). Clothing includes: jackets and vests, shirts and tops, trousers and shorts, base layers, hats, gloves, scarves and gaiters. Equipment includes: backpacks, travel bags, sleeping bags, and tents.
• Trespass – Trespass represents unrelenting commitment to innovation, function and fashion. They have a range of boots and shoes Jackets and waterproof shells, trousers, fleeces, hoodies and sweaters, t-shirts and polos, base layers. Check them out for your walking, hiking, backpacking, trekking or travel needs.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – U

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Hiking Equipment Brands – V

• Vango – The Vango name is been synonymous with producing products that suit the needs of those wanting to spend time in the outdoors. Do they have the tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, travel bags, walking poles and accessories that you need for your hiking, trekking or backpacking ventures in the great outdoors?
• Vaude – Vaude have an extensive range of gear for hiking in the moutains, including: boots, shoes, tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, jackets, trousers, pullovers, shirts, vests, underwear and accessories.

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Hiking Equipment Brands – W

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Hiking Equipment Brands – X

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Hiking Equipment Brands – Y

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Hiking Equipment Brands – Z

• Zamberlan – Do you need to find boots or shoes for hiking or trekking. Zamberlan put great efforts, skills, knowledge and passion every single day to achieve a top quality product. Check out their wide range of boots and shoes.

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Related Outdoor Activities

• Watercolor Painting – www.WatercolorPainting.com is an international resource on watercolour painting and outdoor activities.

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