More on hiking: How to stay safe while enjoying Colorado's hiking trails this summer Anna Lynn Winfrey is a reporter at the Pueblo Chieftain. She can be reached at awinfrey@gannett.com.

These 28 hiking trails burned in the Palisades fire A bulldozer cuts containment lines above homes in Mandeville Canyon to prevent more damage from the Palisade fireon Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 in Encino.

Wirecutter’s 50 Favorite Hiking Picks for Hitting the Trails Hiking is a year-round activity, if you want it to be. But you’ll need proper gear if you’re heading out in all seasons.

Hiking does carry some risks, but taking a few simple safety precautions can help to ensure you get back safe and sound. If you’re a new hiker, go with a friend or a local group until you’re ...

2. Turn to trusted resources to find the best trails for you. There’s no shortage of trails in the US–in the National Park system alone, for instance, there are 21,000 combined miles of them.