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Imagine standing on a cliff-side, watching the sun dip below the horizon. The summer breeze is gently rustling your hair as a bald eagle soars in the sky above you. This fantasy scenario is something that hiking enthusiasts envision seeing when they are hiking during the summer months. What most hikers don't consider, however, is the possibility of hiking in the winter.
Hiking a snowy mountain trail during the winter can be a magical experience. But it isn't just the crisp, cool winter air and the beautiful snow-covered landscape that make winter snow hiking worthwhile. Here are just a few benefits of winter hiking.
Minimal Sunscreen Required
The sun is unrelenting in the warmer months, so regularly applying sunscreen is very important if you plan on spending anytime outside during the summer. But, if you're outside in the snow, you'll be wearing a heavy-duty jacket, snow boots, gloves, and other winter clothing, so most of your skin will not be directly exposed to the sun. Make sure you’re still applying SPF to your exposed skin but no need to worry about what’s underneath all those layers.
Find Inner Peace
Because wintertime hiking isn't as popular as summertime trekking, there are fewer people on the trails. With fewer people out and about, your favorite hiking trail will be extremely quiet. Use the solitude that comes along with snow hiking to reconnect with the sounds of nature, or use the quiet environment to meditate and find inner peace.
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