January is my favorite time of year to go hiking. Time it right, and you can be met with frost-covered floors that are safe to walk on, and crisp mornings that make returning home for a warm drink even better.
But in this colder weather, I tend to take on easier routes. That means fewer hills and mountains and more long trails where the elements are a little more forgiving. When walking on rockier terrain, I opt for walking shoes with stiff soles to avoid any rolled ankles.
