See also:

• Kids and Teens: Health: Safety: Outdoor Safety  (20)
• Kids and Teens: People and Society: Organizations: Personal Development: Scouting: Boy Scouts of America: Explorer Posts: Camping and Hiking  (2)

Alaska Hike Search - [ Mature Teens ] - A directory of hiking and backpacking trails near Anchorage. Evaluated by season, difficulty, length, and overall interest.

Extreme Day Hiking Tips - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Advice on walking strategies, clothing, food, trekking poles and general safety.

Hank's Hiking Handout - [ Kids ] - Fun ideas and four rules for the trail. By the American Hiking Society. [PDF.

A Hiking Guide to Snowdonia and The Lake District - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Provides photographs and details of routes among the highest peaks in England and Wales.

A Hiking Guide to the Highlands of Scotland - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Descriptions and photographs of walks organised by region.

The Hiking Web Site: Hiking Information - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - A basic introduction for hiking and backpacking beginners.

On the American Trail - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - An interactive guide to the National Millennium Trails. Includes notes, maps, photographs and a personal trail finder.

The Ramblers' Association: Walking in Britain - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Provides information on countryside access for walkers, public transport, paths and routes.

The Rob Roy Way - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - 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.

Sierra Nevada Wild - [ Mature Teens ] - Provides information on the wilderness areas. Includes a trip planning table with details of permits, group sizes, bear activity and campfire restrictions.

Start Hiking - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Offers safety tips, general advice and a database of hiking trails.

Step To It: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Walking - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Factsheet by the American Hiking Society. Includes guidelines on walking speeds and gear. [PDF.

WalkGPS - [ Mature Teens ] - Provides descriptions, maps, GPS waypoint listings and photographs for one-day bushwalks in the Perth region of Western Australia.

Wikipedia: Hiking - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Article with definitions and an overview of hazards, etiquette and impact on the environment.