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• HiiKER Autumn Community Hikes – UK

  We’re finally taking our Free community hikes to the UK! We love meeting new people in the hiking community and we are delighted to bring these to the UK. Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2022

• How to Ensure Your Huawei Device Does Not Shut Down HiiKER

  

  Android devices are tricky! Not all manufacturers fit a unified model of how to manage applications. This becomes even more tricky when you need the app to... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2022

• Wonderland Trail – Map, Itinerary and Guide

  

  Trail Overview Located in Mount Rainier National Park just outside of Seattle, Washington, the Wonderland Trail circumnavigates the state’s highest peak and... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2022

• France’s New 3000KM+ Hexatrek Thruhike Now on HiiKER

  

  New Zealand has the Te Araroa, Australia has the Australian Alps trail, UK has the End to End trail and the USA has a list of mega trails (Thru-hikes), like... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2022

• HiiKER Successfully Closes €500k+ Seed Round of Funding

  

  We are delighted to announce that we have successfully closed a seed round of funding this summer just over €500k. The round was led by Fuel Ventures and... Read more

  Posted on 14 July 2022

• Trail Food

  

  Chow, nosh, grub, scran, whatever you call like to call it, food is a big one for hikers. No matter whether you’re a rambler, a bush-crafter, a nature-lover,... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2022

• OSi Maps Are Now Available on HiiKER

  

  With full coverage of the Republic of Ireland in 1:50k detail – OSi (Ordnance Survey Ireland) maps complete any hiker’s toolkit. Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2022

• OS Maps Are Now Available on HiiKER

  

  William Roy, a young and innovative engineer was tasked with developing a small-scale military survey of Scotland during the Scottish rebellion of 1745. Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2022

• Trail Angels & Trail Magic – Real People Doing Legendary Things

  

  Greasy Creek Friendly Hostel on the Appalachian Trail 2017 Appalachian Trail map on HiiKER Intertwined with our long-distance trail experiences like little... Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2022

• HARVEY Maps Are Now on HiiKER

  

  HARVEY maps have been a valuable asset to walkers and hikers alike for over 5 decades. This family business that started by Robin and Sue Harvey back in 1977,... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2022

• EastWest Maps Now on HiiKER

  

  Along with a major upgrade to the HiiKER Apps, we are delighted that HiiKER now features all of the Digital EastWest maps. This exclusive partnership brings... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2022

• What is a Mountain Leader?

  

  Tom on a QMD hike in Scotland My husband Tom just completed his Mountain Training but it wasn’t until a chance meeting with one last year that we found out... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2022

• The Complete Guide to Using HiiKER Apps

  

  Hello! And welcome to the comprehensive guide to using the HiiKER apps. This article was created to give you a detailed breakdown of how to use both the HiiKER... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2022

• What is the Difference Between LeJog & the End to End Trail?

  

  I’m delving into the differences between the Land’s End to John O’Groats trail and the End to End trail; looking at what makes them tick and chatting to... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2022

• The Best Walks in the Derryveagh Mountains

  

  I’ve traversed many a mountain-strand,Abroad and in my native land,And it has been my lot to treadWhere safety more than pleasure led; Thus, many a waste I’ve... Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2022

• The Best Hikes in Mayo

  

  “I confess I find such a place not lonely or depressing but inspiriting. You are thrown at the same time back upon yourself and forward against the mystery and... Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2022

• Whiskey and the Wilds – The Cairngorms National Park

  

  Breathtaking is the word used by the Official Visitor Guide to the Cairngorms National Park when asked to sum up this beautiful, wilderness area and it certainl... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2022

• The Finest Walks in Connemara

  

  The Bank has no fortune of mine to investBut there’s money enough for the ones I love best;All the gold that I want I shall find on the whinsWhen I’m in... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2022

• Trials and Trails of a Diabetic Hiker

  

  As a Type 1 diabetic that loves long-distance walking, I thought I’d share some musings on a few things I’ve found helpful to consider before hopping over the... Read more

  Posted on 18 May 2022

• A Complete Guide to Hiking the Bruce Trail

  

  By Lauren Yakiwchuk Lush green forests on The Bruce Trail The Bruce Trail is a 900km hiking trail that connects Niagara and Tobermory in Ontario, Canada. It’s... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2022