People who hike solo, or go solo backpacking, talk about many benefits, such as feeling more fully immersed in nature and having a greater awareness of their surroundings, especially the wildlife.

Nine days alone in the wild. No voice, no company—just the looming cliffs, unpredictable weather, and the eerie quiet of the Dolomites in late autumn. This silent hiking experience captures the ...

Now let’s look at the risks. In the backcountry, whether you are alone or not, you can get lost or hurt. Potential sources of injury – or worse – include: Gravity — You can trip, fall ...

“No American bats an eye in our modern age when women shop alone, drive alone, or eat alone. But hike alone, and you are most assuredly going to turn heads and acquire unsolicited lectures ...

Dave Cawley, a host of podcast about an Australian hiker's disappearance in the Uinta Mountain, talks about the danger of hiking alone.

Authorities have asked individuals to take caution when hiking or going on excursions alone, but what does that really mean? Hiking alone can be scary, but if you’re prepared, you should be safe.

When Caitlin Dunklee was struggling with drinking and depression, hiking alone in the redwoods helped her begin to heal and manage her mental health.