Are you a keen solo hiker, or thinking about spending more time walking on your own? People who hike solo, or go solo backpacking, talk about many benefits, such as feeling more fully immersed in nature and having a greater awareness of their surroundings, especially the wildlife.
Doing outdoor pursuits on your own can also improve self-confidence and enhance skills, such as navigation, self-reliance and resilience. Another advantage of solo hiking is that you choose where you go, what pace you walk at and when you stop for a snack or breather.
