Why I Love Solo Hiking | HIKING SOLO

Why I Love Solo Hiking | Hiking Solo // In this video, I’ll share with you all of the different reasons why I love solo hiking.

Scared of hiking alone? Don’t worry! It’s totally normal to be scared of hiking solo. Solo hiking might not be for everyone and that’s okay. I know it’s taken me a few years and a number of miles before I felt comfortable being by myself out on trail, especially as a solo female hiker and backpacker.

This video isn’t about trying to prove why you should ditch your friends and go hiking by yourself, but maybe you’re:

• Tired of relying on other people to go hiking with you?
• Sick of having to work around someone else’s schedule?
• Fed up with friends canceling on you?

Who knows, this video might be the inspiration you need to finally start building up your confidence to give solo hiking a try this year.

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[TheHungryHiker]

Thanks for watching! Have you ever thought about hiking solo? If so and you haven’t tried solo hiking, what’s the one thing that’s holding you back? If you are already solo hiking, what’s your favorite part about going hiking alone? Tell me in the comments below.

[memathews]

You perfectly articulate the advantages of solo hiking. It's great to be able to just GO and not be dependent on friends or other vagaries that stop planned adventures and lead to regret on hikes we didn't do. You built your abilities over time and your plan for building those skills within others is excellent. See you on the trail!

[travelspot]

I totally agree; solo backpacking is all of the things that you mentioned, plus it makes me feel more confident in myself and both mentally and physically stronger each time I do it!

[johnpetry]

One should still leave a travel plan with a trusted friend. Just in case something goes wrong. When you are leaving. Where you are hiking. When you are returning. What you are taking. What you are driving. What you are wearing.

[just_joc]

As a solo day hiker, you summed up in this one video exactly all the reasons why I love day hiking by myself. My favorite reason for solo hiking is that it allows me to be truly present in nature. Happy New Year Kathleen and I look forward to more hiking videos from you. ❤️❤️❤️

[ronaldrose]

Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing another beautifully filmed video. I'm addicted to your informative videos. Stay safe out there and keep hiking. 🤗 👋

[balboa]

Your my hero, and your content really speaks to me. Even the things you film, your a natural at it.
To answer the question at hand
1 not having to get a late start plus stopping on the way to the trail several times
2 being a crowd in a crowd, not fun for me
3 hiking at my own pace
4 deciding what hiking trail and when it's over.
Good luck on the PCT this year
I plan to follow some of your foot prints and do as much section hiking on the Washington part of the PCT. Your an inspiration. Keep up the great work 👍oh yeah thanks for the tip on the book about the Washington PCT sections

[lifeinthesound]

This resonates with me…all the reasons I love going solo. Thanks so much for putting together a program that helped me refine my tools to be more confident than ever on the trail whether I’m solo or with others. This last year working with you and all the ladies part of the Solo Confident Female Backpacker system has been everything. Here’s to 2023 hiking goals.

[mistuhfan]

Well said. People who say "never go hiking alone" are usually people who have never tried it or just aren't experienced enough themselves to do it. It definitely is out of a place of fear, a fear that can be addressed.

[CharmingGecko]

Solo hiking is the best. I get to walk my own pace, look at what I want to see, enjoy a peaceful meal in the evening, and watch movies in my tent at night.

[michaelcrawford]

Nailed it. Love solo hiking. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[MakeItSo_ST]

I love solo hiking. My solo hikes are about 80% of my hikes. It’s my favorite thing in the world. I follow safety precautions on the trail. Honestly, I’m more uncomfortable in a shopping center parking lot than on a trail.

[ervinslens]

Absolutely gorgeous presentation my friend, this upload is pure perfection. Shots are outstanding as well as narration. Brilliantly written masterpiece!

[andrewnixon]

Man that location looked amazing. I just did my first solo overnight trip earlier this year and it was life changing. Even ran into a black bear on trail and seeing it take off as fast as it did just kinda made all my fears vanish.

I live on the other side of the mountains and the biggest trouble I’ve been having is finding where to go during these winter months that aren’t snow shoe required type hiking. I could put up with the amount in this video, just not a huge fan of the 8+ feet of powdery/sink in every step type snow.

Great video.

[WalkingDevon]

You put it so perfectly. I've always preferred to hike solo. I can go where I want, when I want and at the pace I want. It's my time, for me. This time of year I just hike local as it gets dark so early else you end up spending most of the time in a tiny tent. Roll on spring!

[kennethmckethan]

This senior (age) male hiker really appreciates your drive. Thanks for sharing. Yes, it's a real pain being dependant on others' availability.

[susietopspin]

Totally agree on every aspect. Absolutely my favourite me time, as well. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️

[spencerjadenmoore]

I really enjoyed this video! Thank you!

[edmolash]

Well done. Unless you’re going off-trail, solo hiking has many more rewards than risks. Being self-sufficient in the backcountry is mighty and empowering. Those who get anxiety from the thought of being solo in the backcountry can get a satellite emergency beacon.

[williambrennan]

I absolutely love hiking solo it lets me slow down and take in all that nature has to offer like identifying different trees and plants and enjoying the peacefulness of being out there in the wild