Hiking Articles, Guides and Insights for Australian Hikers

Field test and review – Our SV Topographic Map gave us the knowledge and confidence to get it right the first time.

Discover the ultimate alpine gloves – Outdoor Research Arete Gloves. My field-tested review reveals their versatility, grip, and dexterity. Get yours now.

Field test and review – I was so thankful that I had my Mountain Designs Gore® WINDSTOPPER® Jacket on my Field Test to Kala Patthar (5643m/18513ft)

Field test and review of Kathmandu Alopex Gore-Tex Pro jacket. Withstanding extreme conditions on the journey to Everest Base Camp.

Learn how to read contour lines on Australian topographic maps to recognise hills, spurs, gullies and saddles, and make safer navigation decisions.

Learn practical techniques for hiking uphill and downhill, including stride control, posture, pacing, and pole use to reduce fatigue and protect your knees.

Sixteen practical navigation tips to help hikers stay oriented, manage risk, and make safer decisions on Australian trails and in remote terrain.

Learn how carbohydrates fuel hiking performance, support decision making, and reduce late day fatigue within the Hydration and Fuel safety system.

Increase your hiking safety by leaving a detailed map and trip plan with a trusted contact. Learn what to include in your trip plan for a safer adventure.

Learn how to step off the hiking trail safely with clear communication, minimal markers, and essential safety practices. Keep your group informed and stay safe.

Learn how much water to carry on a hike based on time, terrain, weather, and remoteness, with practical planning advice for safer hiking.

Are rock cairns reliable route markers in Australia? Understand navigation risks, false cairns, and safe use in alpine and remote terrain.

A practical planning guide to the Everest Base Camp trek. Covers permits, Ramechhap flights, mandatory guides, altitude risks, and gear for high-altitude walking.

Why carry personal ID on a hike? Learn how identification supports rescue response, medical treatment and emergency contact in remote areas.

Learn how to recognise and treat mild dehydration while hiking, including early warning signs, practical responses, and when to stop or turn back.

Learn why your hands swell while hiking and discover effective strategies for relief. Understand the science behind hand swelling and prevent discomfort on the trail.

A practical, safety-first guide to using a bandana while hiking in Australia, covering real uses, limits, materials, and why experienced hikers carry one.

Field test & review – Your choice of pack comes down to fit, comfort & your needs. The Aarn Featherlite Freedom packs look different because they are different.

Learn how to recognise and treat heat exhaustion while hiking, including warning signs, effective responses, and when to seek emergency help.

Learn how to get fit for trekking with practical training advice on endurance, strength, core stability and trail-specific preparation for safer adventures.

Why cotton can be risky for hiking. Learn how cotton handles sweat, why it increases heat loss when wet, and when it may or may not be suitable.

Discover the Helinox Ground Chair: lightweight, compact, and durable, offering ultimate comfort for hikers and campers. Perfect for outdoor adventures.

Learn how to use a GPS safely while hiking in Australia, including accuracy limits, data quality, planning, and why GPS should support, not replace, navigation skills.

Learn how to read a topographic map for hiking in Australia, including scale, contours, grid lines, terrain interpretation, and map symbols.