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5 Harsh Realities of Hiking Alone
Personal Experience
When I went on a hike for the first time, I was in college. I had been invited by an athletic friend and thought it would be a fun experience. Wrong. Hiking is rough on people who don’t exercise. Instead, I waited for my friend to finish their hike from a bench.
Sometimes, solo hiking can be a much better experience. You can take the hike at your own pace and go home when you’re good and ready — but it isn’t always safe.
Here are things you should know.
5 Harsh Realities of Hiking Alone
You Could Get Lost or Hurt
If you’re hiking alone, there is no one to help when something goes wrong. You may miss a trail marker or overestimate your abilities — anything can happen.
