17 New Year’s Resolutions Every Backpacker and Thru-Hiker Should Consider

Whether you love ‘em or hate ‘em, it’s that inevitable time of year for making New Year’s resolutions. Some of us will set goals, others will change habits, and many will aim to live healthier lifestyles. We hikers, however, have other ideas in mind.

Driven by a shared love of adventure, we talked with backpackers and thru-hikers from around the country about what hiking will look like through their eyes in the new year. Their visions range widely, from taking the path less traveled to shifting their mindset about the ways in which they push themselves on the trail. Here are 17 hikers’ resolutions for 2025 and beyond.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Erica Zazo.

Backpacker: 17 New Year’s Resolutions Every Backpacker and Thru-Hiker Should Consider

17 New Year’s Resolutions Every Backpacker and Thru-Hiker Should Consider

Whether you love ‘em or hate ‘em, it’s that inevitable time of year for making New Year’s resolutions. Some of us will set goals, others will change habits, and many will aim to live healthier lifestyles. We hikers, however, have other ideas in mind.

Driven by a shared love of adventure, we talked with backpackers and thru-hikers from around the country about what hiking will look like through their eyes in the new year. Their visions range widely, from taking the path less traveled to shifting their mindset about the ways in which they push themselves on the trail. Here are 17 hikers’ resolutions for 2025 and beyond.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Erica Zazo.

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Backpacker: 17 New Year’s Resolutions Every Backpacker and Thru-Hiker Should Consider

17 New Year’s Resolutions Every Backpacker and Thru-Hiker Should Consider

Whether you love ‘em or hate ‘em, it’s that inevitable time of year for making New Year’s resolutions. Some of us will set goals, others will change habits, and many will aim to live healthier lifestyles. We hikers, however, have other ideas in mind.

Driven by a shared love of adventure, we talked with backpackers and thru-hikers from around the country about what hiking will look like through their eyes in the new year. Their visions range widely, from taking the path less traveled to shifting their mindset about the ways in which they push themselves on the trail. Here are 17 hikers’ resolutions for 2025 and beyond.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Erica Zazo.

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Freelance Writer
Erica Zozo
Hey, there – I'm a Chicago-based freelance outdoor + travel writer 👋
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