Hiking is a form of walking for pleasure, usually on trails through unspoiled and natural scenery. This outdoor activity can also be called rambling, walking, trekking, tramping and bushwalking. Overnight hiking is more specifically called backpacking.
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- Wikipedia: Hiking Article with definitions and an overview of hazards, etiquette and impact on the environment.
- The Hiking Web Site: Hiking Information A basic introduction for hiking and backpacking beginners.
- Extreme Day Hiking Tips Advice on walking strategies, clothing, food, trekking poles and general safety.
- WalkGPS Provides descriptions, maps, GPS waypoint listings and photographs for one-day bushwalks in the Perth region of Western Australia.
- Walk Highlands: Scotland Offers information on free walking routes and area guides, camp sites and accommodations.
- The Rob Roy Way A seven day walk across the Southern Highland of Scotland following the tracks and paths used by the notorious outlaw, Rob Roy MacGregor. Descriptions, photos and historical information.