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Koko Crater is a 2-mile roundtrip hike with some steep scrambling required.

EBay buyers and sellers are planning a week long boycott of the auction site in February to protest what they feel is an unnesscessary hike in fees.

a site called localhikes.com has put out the call for folks to hike and write about it.

With a little thought, preparation and knowledge you can survive if you become lost during a winter hike. It can happen so fast it's best to always have a few things along.

If you are planning a day hike up a mountain, then the items needed will be different from those needed for an overnight or multi-day hike.

The Wiliwilinui hike starts with a walk along an old jeep road. The trail steepens to reach the summit of the Ko'olau Mountain Range with a fantastic viewpoint.

There is a place in Louisville that will allow you to forget, for a moment, that you are in a city. Let me take you there. It's a bit of a hike, but I assure you that it's worth it.

The Likeke Trail in Hawaii is an eight-mile out and back hike. It starts at the Nuuanu Pali Lookout, proceeds to the entrance of the Wilson Tunnel, and returns the same way.

For hikers on a budget, the Oahu chapter of the Sierra Club (SC) offers outdoor outings (read: hikes and service projects) for interested residents and visitors.

The Aiea bisectional literally bisects the 5-mile Aiea Loop Trail. This is a nice alternative for folks who want a shorter more adventurous hike.

The Pu'u o Kona hike is five miles roundtrip. It is tough from start to finish but worth it.

Kawaewae is short but challenging. It starts and ends in different places so be forewarned.

The Nuuanu Trail is located just 4 miles from downtown Honolulu. A beautiful lookout is the reward of this hike.

Kamiloiki Ridge is a 6-mile roundtrip hike that starts in Hawaii Kai on Oahu's east side.

Long and rugged, the Manana trail will take hikers deep into the Koolau Mountain Range, terminating with a fantastic view of windward Oahu.

Waimano Valley is a short (2-mile) loop hike, partially along a quiet stream.

Before taking that hike this summer take a little time to learn all there is to know about the Top 6 Itchiest Plants.

While you can just head off into the woods without any equipment, it's not very smart to do so. There are several items you should bring along on a hike, especially long hikes.

When you don't plan on spending overnight in the wilderness, you don't need to bring much along. A day hike should be accomplished between sunrise and sunset, so plan on bringing just enough to get you through the day.

You might want to try the Strawberry Lakes Loop located in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The hike is much more difficult than the name suggests as anyone will find out

Listen up you hikers seeking a challenge. Are you tired of those little easy hikes that barely change your breathing patters? Do you want a place to hike and explore the wild without having to worry about tripping over old ladies with walkers?

When someone plans on hiking in the great state of Oregon they need to be prepared. Every part of the sate has different conditions that can affect the course of the hike

If you like to take a nice walk a winter hike might just the thing to make winter a better time of year

I've listd tips on how to hike safely the Grand Canyon in winter, (or in any season), withot incident. Everyone should use these as a rule of thumb.

On a four hour hike through the rain forest my lab partner and I encounter a large group of howler monkeys, get chased by a herd of peccaries, think we've discovered the first snoring tree and I attempt to chase down a coral snake.

Hiking up Table Mountain is hard work, but the breathtaking views throughout the hike and at the end make it well worth the effort.

Only 20 percent of the people who set out to hike the entire Appalachian Trail each year actually manage to finish. One of the successful ones, through insightful commentary and example, shares his secrets for going the distance

A simple how to guide for planning an overnight hike in the backcountry including what to pack.

The 12-mile Bowman Trail is one of the toughest hikes on the island of Oahu.

Keahi a Kahoe is an 11-mile loop with an exhilirating yet dangerous section along the summit of the Koolau Mountain Range.

The Maikiki Valley Loop is a combination of three trails and starts and ends at the Nature Center in Makiki Valley near Waikiki.

Hiking the Batona Trail, located in southern New Jersey's Pine Barrens, meant trekking across fourteen miles of sugar sand, heavily wooded areas, and uphill slopes.

Kamanaiki is a ridge trail of 5 miles that takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours to complete.

I'm a certified personal trainer and also very experienced as a hiker and trail runner. There are some shortcuts you can take to whip your body into shape for tackling grueling hiking trails.

Hiking in Switzerland can be done on about 31,000 miles of trails that explore a variety of landscapes. The most beautiful places in the Alps can often only be reached on foot.

Enjoying a walk in nature can be relaxing, liberating and invigorating. For those of you who think exercise is a dirty word, or have friends or loved ones with that attitude, its time to expand your horizons.

With summer upon us, many people may be looking for a hiking adventure. Here are just a few of my favorite hiking places near the Twin Cities.

With this strike, gas price may increase back in the United States, if the government and the union leaders do not quickly resolve the situation

Families can enjoy one of the many great hiking trails in SE Connecticut.

A memorable event during my childhood took place at Devil's Canyon, situated on Mount Baldy. I was in twelfth grade then, and it was nearing summer. On a hot overcast morning ,my fellow seniors and I were herded into buses, the humid air biting at our skin.

There are plenty of magical places throughout the world that most of the general population never gets to see. But if you do get the chance to slip out of town for just a few days, sans children, the Smokies are the place to be.

Planning and preparations for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Logistics, training, and planning ideas are covered. Resources for Pacific crest Trail information are also provided.

Hiking through Death Valley National Park is about as far off the beaten track as you can get and the beauty of the desert is something everyone should experience.

I couldn't bare to look you in the eye, if I told you this face to face. It's embarrassig enough to write about my encounter with nature. It isn't pretty, and it isn't for the faint of heart.

Don't let the name keep you away from exploring the Sucker Creek Gap and Swan Mountain. Hikers in Oregon will tell you not to miss out on this one

Activities in winter with candlelight can be a rewarding experience. Skiing, Hiking or Snowshoeing is fun at night with candlelight.

The recent passing of an increase in the minimum wage by the House of Representatives is nothing more than a political ploy in an election year, designed to secure the power and prestige of the members of Congress.

Walt Whitman Trail in Melville, NY in the Huntington area is a pleasant, fun, interesting way for adults and children alike to enjoy an afternoon on a beautiful trail. See horses, salamanders, toads, and perhaps a fox in a beautiful wooded setting.

Here are four hikes that will expose you to nature's beauty. But watch out! Three of them require physical stamina.

Vuntut National Park was established in 1995, after negotiations between the Government of Canada and the Yukon Territory and the Vuntut of the Old Crow. The park consists of 4,345 sq. miles of remote wilderness where wildlife and panoramic views abound.