Great list. Might I add NEVER let your dog off a leash. Had so many negative encounters with people's dogs on trails, even though it's clearly posted 'dogs on leash'.

You guys are so kind to us viewers. You put up with jealous commenting haters, clueless noise hikers, poop on the trail and the occasional herds of never say Yield newbies. 😵‍💫 And you shield us from all of it on your amazing sojourns. Best hosts ever 🏅

Great list! Thanks for this. I think you covered the important points of etiquette. Some others that come to mind from my own experiences hiking with others: - Don't show up in brand new boots that aren't broken in. - Don't be late to the trailhead - Don't leave a slow/new hiker behind, pausing to let them catch up later and then immediately take off when they reach you. - Don't take shortcuts off trail.

Great tips! Had a hiking trip last spring where I was the only one out of 12 experienced hikers to bring a filter and it was a godsend. A good filter costs $25 and takes up no space in your pack. I always throw one in, even for short hikes. Once went off trail to pee and dropped my pack with phone in it at the trail before heading off into the bush. I finished, turned around and couldn't remember which direction the trail was. It took a surprisingly long time to find it trail again and when I did, I hiked the wrong direction for 1/4 mile before turning around to find my pack. If I'd just grabbed my phone I could've easily navigated back and saved myself 15 minutes of searching around and even potentially getting lost. If you go off-trail even 50 yards, take a navigation device, pick out landmarks to guide you back, and turn around often to make sure you know your return route. One thing I'd add is don't create extra ducks aka cairns. Cairns are a broken-window phenomenon. If someone makes one, you start to see more and more until there's one every 10 yards. Sometimes they're really helpful for marking an obscure turn, but generally if that's the case, they're already there and you don't need to make a new one. Cairns are a trace too!

Thank you for mentioning rule 2 right of way. It’s amazing how many people don’t even think about it.

Excellent list of things to not do! I am a trail maintainer with over 2500 volunteer hours working on trails and we are al about trail sustainability. Stay on the designated trail when ever possible. Don't create shortcuts or social trails. Hike on the high side of the trail bed. This helps with erosion and reduces trail creep. Please don't cut the switchbacks. Hope y'all get better soon!

Nailed it! Music and oblivious downhill hikers are my biggest peeves. That said, I think it's also polite to give downhill runners some room--they are usually super appreciative and obviously in a bigger hurry than we (fast) walkers are (and pretty rare anyway). One thing I learned the hard way--dogs need way more water than people so if you are on a dry hike with a dog, plan accordingly (or just leave the dog home). I'm up in the PNW but spend a lot of time in the eastern Sierra (3X Whitney, JMT, etc) and I love watching your channel for good suggestions when I head south. Just added Kearsarge to my alltrails and looking forward to Cactus-to-Clouds too (but definitely taking the shuttle after seeing your ordeal).

Your list is a good one. We absolutely abide by these too.

Great reminders for those that NEED them. You guys are super positive with everything you do!

Things I have learned on this channel and from the hiking guy. 1. Download the map and switch to airplane mode before the trail starts for navigation offline. 2. Prepare the entire day. Watch videos of the hike, read trail reviews on All-Trails, look at 3D maps and look for recognizable markers on the trail, know the weather, wildlife. 3. Checklist for clothes, gear, water, electrolytes, snacks, first aid, etc. 4. Always get there early. 5. Let 3 people know where I am hiking. 6. Stay on the trail. 7. Enjoy the adventure, take pictures and videos. 8. Leave no trace.

It's super awesome for you guys to offer advice and experience on these things whenever you do!

Love hearing you guys banter about your trail experiences. Those were all good. One I was guilty of years ago is don’t roll rocks off of mountains. You never know who might be below you.

So much this! 👏 Kudos to you guys for using your platform to be good stewards of the trail and promoting trail etiquette and safety! I'm also against earbuds because I like to listen for wildlife and approaching hikers. If I'm alone on trail, especially after dark, I'll put my phone pretty quietly on speaker in its pouch and mute it if I see anyone. Listening to something helps me a lot because I'm terrified of the dark when solo. 😅 But yes, nothing worse than loud hikers and boom boxes! As far as passing, that's a great rule to know! I always assumed the faster hiker had the right of way. Often times, uphill hikers will step off first when they see me running down, and in that case I just roll with it (and do the same when I see someone moving quickly). Thank you guys for such a great topic! 🙌

I love this list!! I agree with all of it. Especially being "over"prepared... so many people end up lost or injured on popular, well known trails.

I have experienced all of these and more. Great reminders.

Thanks for the list. I've learnt a lot with this video, since I am just an vey rocky amateur hiker.

Great stuff as always! Appreciate this as I'm sure you see many newbies out on the trail and the more education for the average hiker the better! I will say one thing about having the technology to keep you on route - I tend to prefer to not rely on technology for navigation. I think it's best to study and study and know the route by heart prior to going out on the trails. Obviously the hard part is in the high mountains where there is no defined trail, so that's a case where the technology does come in handy. Anyway, looking forward to your next adventure!

Great list the map and water are huge while hiking through Lassen park in a day we were 5 miles in when the trail hit a burn area and the trail disappeared because it hadn’t been maintained in over ten years but it still showed up on the map. I luckily had downloaded it on to my GPS kept us on track and also showed us some water sources and when we got down to 50% of our water we stopped to refill which saved us because the next source was dried up. We were able to meet our 18:10 ride just a few hours late. There is one other thing I would suggest that is you orientate yourself before leaving with land marks and sun position to help you get back if you do get on a wrong trail. Keep hiking love the channel

Great tips on trail etiquette. Too many people ignore basic courtesy.

Thank you much for the input as to bring awareness and reminder to our fellow hikers. Just to add on to the ' Don'ts' , Just got back form Grand Canyon hike, If a scenic spot or epic view spot comes along the trail, don't rest or take a break and eat your snacks there. There was this couple who's stayed in such spot where I waited for almost 10 minutes for this couple to moved on. We travel 100 miles just to get the into the immersion and vibed of the scenic view and get spoiled by non cognizant hikers.

All great , your suggestions should be posted at all trailheads , also , dogs on a leash always, not now but someday I would love to discuss the beta, map, gps one, great info for everyone, thank you so much for putting this together, Larry Owens

Great tips!

You guys just keep getting better and better...

Great video with info that is very much needed. I have personally witnesses with hiking to the summit of Mt Leconte in the Smokey Mountains in July a whole throng of people with no water and not dressed properly for the hike. I also went off trail to use the bathroom and what I saw was truly disgusting. In the last few years I have seen a number of people on trail both in the western and eastern U.S. who were not prepared physically or with the proper equipment

You guys just never disappoint 😊

A lot of great tips, thank you! Seems like most if it is related to treating others how you would want to be treated. But I did learn something today! I didn't know about the right of way for uphill hikers. I usually would just get out of the way just to make it easier but it's good to know it's an actual thing. Thank you!

Love them all. Particularly #1. Music or unneeded noise kills me! I start scanning for jagged pieces of granite as I imagine the peaceful quiet after one swift swing. Ha! Solid list. 😃

02:33 - I totally get you on the earbud-induced oblivion, Adam. 🙏🏻

Great video! Thanks for this. We also saw you pass by the Merry Go Round Restaurant last night in Lone Pine! We go there every chance we get. It was great to see you there! We are big fans of your channel and enjoy watching the adventures that you share.

totally agree with all of them! a couple of them I learned the hard way too. I remember coming out of the Grand Canyon in late June one year, coming up Bright Angel, and noticing the profound lack of water on nearly everyone who was going down as I was going up - my favorite were the two love birds who were carrying their entire supply of water in a tiny coffee jar! It was 126 degrees in the bottom of the canyon that day - I had taken a page from your book and left at 5 am and was out by 1:30 pm for that reason! I might add one thing that always irked me too: NEVER cut the switchbacks on trails! Few things will destroy the trail for others like this will.

I always carry iodine tabs for purification of water assuming you have a water source. Great video guys. I believe if you start together as a group hike and it is agreed, that staying together is super important. If you want to hike alone, go for it. But if it is a decidedly together group hike, stay together. Thanks guys, all good advise💗🦃🦃🦃

Elise....ughh..the music and boom boxes...was in Kings Canyon once....big group too complete with a loud boom box....killed the whole hike from us. We just couldn't get completely away from it. Great video and awesome points too!

Great Vid-----I learned something like the GPS maps----I didn't know they existed as maps. I hope you heal quickly from all the candy you inhaled! :-) Happy Trails

These were great thank you for this. As a trail runner who is in the mountains a lot I have to disagree with the noise and talking pollution only because I'm in the heart of Grizzly country. In fact, I'm usually only an hour away from where those two hikers were killed a month or two back in Banff. I love when people are yelling, blasting music etc. I'm all about the sounds of nature but my rule is, if all I can hear are the sounds of nature, that's all the bear hears too:) I totally get what you are saying but there is no world where I'm surprising a 1000LB grizzly and her two cubs. The other one is the filter - IMO it should be mandatory to go into any backwoods with a filter. If a person can afford to get equipped with even the minimum equipment to hike in the back country and then get to the trail head, they can afford a $40 filter. Must have no matter what! Oh and last one - GPX is great but like you said also, you MUST have a printed map and compass. Take 30 second, hit print and then buy a $25 (good) compass. You can't fall and break a piece of paper:) As a trail runner the part about scaring people hit home as that happens to me every day even in the city. I will even yell "Coming up on your left" and then they give me the stink eye when I scare them....every time. Again, great video - thanks.

I absolutely agree with your top 5. The one in your list that can take the joy out of the hike for me is people talking loudly. I've encountered this a number of times and it's always been a woman in a group. If this happens on trail I will just stop my hike until I can't hear them anymore. #6 Also people who hike side by side on barely wide enough for two person trail, instead of single file. I can always tell just by them doing this that they don't hike regularly. #7 People who don't know how to use trekking poles and have them out to their sides. I was actually tripped by someone doing this while I tried to pass them, even though I said, On your left passing. #8 People hovering around trail junction signs. I don't understand why they can't move out of the way and instead think the sign means stay here for 20 minutes. Hope you're feeling better Elise. I can't wait to see where your next adventure takes us.

Hello you have right with those 5 things i take a bag with me to pick up the wastes see you soon thanks to you two

Great video, you guys are awesome! I am not a frequent hiker and I didn’t know about the uphill/downhill hiker rule. Good to know! What filter do you guys use for water on the trails? Hope you are recovering well Elise!

I don't use any music when hiking, walking or running... Lol I figure that the best approach is to be polite and announce that I'm coming up from behind a person!! You guys rock! MN Dave

When I’m hiking alone through bear country, the boom box is a good idea

I wish we had an etiquette sign in front of Cowels Mountain in La Mesa. One special group of girls would run by me tire out and then walk really really slow and then get annoyed with me when I’m trying to pass them. They did it to me like four times. Regarding the water. I was used to running Cowels Mountain at noon at 90° with no problem. Now I’m doing a five hour hike to the bridge to nowhere. I decided that I didn’t want to carry a heavy pack so I only filled it halfway with water since I’m not a big water drinker. That was the biggest mistake of my life. I’m at the very top on the way down and a girl asked us if we had extra water. All the water we had was in our backpack bladder. I was almost out of water at that point. My husband ran out of his full water, bladder, backpack by the time we got to the bottom, I thought I was going to die. Like Rosanne Rosanna Dana. There were some campers and I asked my husband if I can ask them for a bottle of water and he said yes, which was unbelievable that he said yes and they said we only have one. I said we’ll share it, and by the time they got a closer look at us, they gave us two. I thought I was on the edge of death. We won’t do that again. 😅 fun hike to the bridge to nowhere.

I have no other choice than smile when I see you guys! Beautiful in every way! 😊 The rules are important, sad that some people go hiking with flip-flops and a Bluetooth speaker, but fortunately I've never seen that first hand - except for the flip-flops.. 😅 Keep up the good work and enjoy life! Greetings from Bavaria! ✌😃

Yeah. Music on the trail is frustrating but one ear bud is the way to go for sure. Sometimes those slogs get pretty long

I love your sit down videos - so funny and always learn something 😂❤ also “dire Halloween party”

I didn’t know about the uphill hiker having the right of way. I would’ve thought since the downhill hiker has the momentum they should have the right of way. I’m glad I learned the proper etiquette tho. I want to be as respectful as I can out there. Thanks

Perfect list! I'd like to add: never forget a warm jacket (along with an emergency reserve of water). If you get in trouble somehow and must stay overnight, wait for rescue, etc., you will need it. The higher the trail's altitude, the more important.

I want to hear what is around me at all times! The Outdoors is something I want to enjoy, the sound of nature not something else. Respect each other out there always 💯

Great advice! Noise pollution is number one on my list too. It totally takes away from the sounds of nature. On a similar note, I was running a race and someone had their music blasting from their phone. I don't mind if people wear earbuds, but I don't want to hear someone else's music. I couldn't escape it for a while because we were running about the same pace ha!

I totally agree with your top 5. Gave it a like and actually think this is worthy of 👍🏼 + ❗️

I did not know this!

You guys are great

This was a very hilarious videos, thanks for the tips. Although, I learned some of these point the hard way a few years ago. Getting lost on trail and not having enough water. Had to call 911. I was 30 miles from where I started. I definitely learned that day to get better beta and have enough water. 😂

Good points to raise guys. One thing that really annoys me on trail, when you are taking in nature and someone running comes from behind you without a sound. Can be very scary. I aways take plenty of water plus electrolytes. I used to have a tendancy to cramp, the electrolytes save the day. I also don't agree people who take dogs who are off leash whilst I'm scrambling.

Totally get the surprising the folks on trail when I’m trail running. In fact I’ve been yelled at saying “slow down!” I’m not slowing down. It’s my exercise time and I’m flying because I love it!!! You have ear buds in nature and wild life might attack! Boars or bears or wild cats! Come on! Wear a bell…

Do's and Don't good information, I should enjoy hiking but I start picking up people's trash except the poops... haha , be aware of your surroundings THAT'S very important but Thanks for sharing a lot of good advice. its always a blessing

Totally agree on never underestimating the water ration. We tend to bring more than we need but I would rather not run out!

Sorry you were sick Elise ❤

I too have startled hikers wearing earbuds! Funny - and I concur - they look at me like I’m the bad guy.

I'm new to your channel. Great list. I would say one of my most pet peeves (no pun intended) is hiking with your dog and not taking water for the dog. I hiked for many years in AZ and people would be surprised at how many dogs die of heat stroke because their owners didn't bring water for the dogs. Second is hiking with your dog when it is hot out, above 75 degrees. I have seen people hiking with their dog when it was above 100 degrees AND not having water for their dog. It's downright abusive.

Great list. Noise pollution has always been a no no for me. When I am on trail and hear loud noises particularly music I will as nice as possible let them no it's not cool. The way I look at hiking is that if my presence is effecting another persons peace and quiet then it's just wrong. Can't always avoid it but you must try and minimize the potential.

I am aware of a case where some woman, a hiker not new to hiking, went off trail to use the bathroom while with a group and somehow got turned around and could not find her way back. It did not end well for her, and they found her some time much later and she had passed. Someone obviously should have stayed back and waited for her but that did not happen.

Massive thumbs up on these points! Thanks for the PSA and hope it reaches the clueless :o)

1000% on #2 - this one drives me nuts!!

Great advice, guys! Elise, sorry your party on Halloween was fraught with illness! Great to see you two! 🥰🎹🎼❤️

Now I can see how much you have to get prepared for a hike Elise.. It's not an easy thing... Take care.. 🤗

I show respect on the trail.be cool on the trail .I get it .

Great info, very useful and thoughtful! I would perhaps add that stone stacks (cairns) are not a piece of art, or way of self-expressing or to spend your leisure in the wild. Building them is not for fun and does not conform to "leave no trace", and where they are being built by rangers, they do have a specific function. So, don't stack rocks just because you feel so.

Agree, but do have a couple of comments. I mostly hike and backpack alone and often in remote locations. (I have. Garmin, etc.) There aren’t enough people in my circle who can or want to go, so several years ago I decided to start heading out solo rather than sitting on the couch. I’ll often listen to an audio book with one earbud in, but I also let the book tape blast when I know I’m the only one around to alert any animals. 2nd, I am mostly startled by trail runners and not due to earbuds, but my mind is usually wandering and by the time my brain comprehends the running steps and “on your left” you’ve usually already startled me and are past me. 😊

All great information as usual! I can't tell you how many hikers I have saved that either have no beta or water. Don't feel bad Elise... I may have partied too much on Halloween as well :-)

You guys are totally California. even the accent! Great content 😊 baldy was crazy today!

I always thought it was the uphill hiker to give right of way since downhill hikers are faster so I always give way. Good to know the actual rule.

What’s the trumpet painting in the background called? I like it

Excellent advice! I will add, if your walking as a family or small groups don't block the whole trail so faster hikers can get by. Control your dog, don't let the leash to long to block the trail with the leash. In national parks I see people who go way off trail and put themselves in dangerous situations just for a great photo. Hike your level of hiking, if you haven't hiked 5k before don't attempt a tough 20km hike. Some people bring their kids hiking which is great, but making a toddler hike 10km on a hot day is not a great way to have your kids enjoy hiking.

Don't be the spontaneous, last minute invite to a long hike - know what you are getting into, and don't go if you cannot properly prepare. On San Gorgonio peak I saw a guy wearing open toe rubber flip-flops. That is a rugged 9 mile hike to 11,000 ft. I asked him why he was not wearing shoes, and he said he was invited on the last minute.

I agree with the music sentiment. Headphones are significantly better than blaring music from a speaker. It is particularly rude to people that just want to enjoy nature. I work two jobs and I am taking full time graduate courses while I work on my PhD and when I have the time to actually hike, the last thing I want to hear is someone's terrible choice in music when I really just want to enjoy some peaceful solitude in nature. Just be aware of your surroundings as the last time I hiked alone wearing headphones I wandered into a bear which I only noticed when I was close enough that I could have pet the bear. Luckily the bear just walked off confused.

Oh... recommendations for good water filters please? Ideally lightweight and no weird aftertaste

Your hair looks great elise

Good tips! My wife always makes fun of me for rolling my eyes at hikers playing the "soundtrack of our lives" while on trail but DAMN, it's annoying!! Granted, it's much less common in NPs and more remote areas than in Socal. Urban hikers need their Pitbull...

I always bring paper maps, a physical compass and altimeter. Even with a cell phone with GPS, having the physical backup will save you if you know how to use them.

What do you use for trails? Which app do you find moset helpful in US?

My rule? Always wear sunglasses, especially in snowy conditions, but also when it's cloudy. UV light is harsh for everybody's eyes (and pierces through clouds). You WILL notice the difference after 10, 20, 30 years. I'm 55, always wear sunglasses, and my optician says I've the retina of someone 25 years younger. Btw really love your video's (and music)! Hope you'll return to Europe some day.

I saw families in Bryce Canyon with one small water bottle!!! I can't believe it!

Missed you in the Sierras last weekend! Went up to Gem Lakes which are gorgeous right now (you'd probably combine it with something gnarly like scrambling up to Mt. Starr) and i was half expecting to run into you 2 there. Which reminds me, do you have the beta for the hot springs / snowshoeing hike you did last year? We're coming back in March, weather permitting and wife is interested in that

So many people do these things in Colorado. Especially the noise pollution, dog pollution, and not knowing passing etiquette. It's why I seek out trails that aren't going to be mobbed with people. Maybe I'm just old, but if I'm going somewhere really wild, I'll print out a topo map and have a compass with me. GPS and downloaded maps can fail or run out of batteries.

I love this..!! I just realized Im a purist too lol. You guys should consider doing Public Service Announcements....!!

Trail music is my biggest pet peeve for sure!! Also on busy trails when pairs or groups of people walk side by side and take up the whole path without paying any attention to others trying to pass them or even being courteous to oncoming hikers being forced off trail to pass.

What a beautiful couple! With all troubles in dating for this generation, I hope more people can meet a good match.

What about do's and don't's of hiking in snow? Or at elevation? And do you guys always check weather reports, and what if you're caught in the rain?

I'm going to be surprised if I'm mistaken - but was that bear on the Lakes Trail in SEKI? I feel like I recognize that boulder!

The backwoods blowout 😂😂😂

Another one is to not go off trail cutting switchbacks which erodes away our trails. Also, when gathering Beta check the dates of the information.

There was a woman a few years back who got off trail to use the toilet on the AT in Maine and got lost. She was missing for 2 years before her body found. She did not have the GPS, or map and compass. It is a real danger for sure to not have navigation supplies!

Whhhaaaatttt….there was a Halloween Party in California last week….and I didn’t go? We LOVE Halloween! And, unfortunately, here in Ouray, Colorado, Halloween almost doesn’t exist ( there is trick or treating on Main Street at the businesses only; no neighborhood activities 😢. Anyways, we were in Palm Springs for Halloween this year. We had just finished assembling a ton of furniture, as well as returning from the U2 concert in Vegas; so we sadly did not do specific Halloween activities. Because….we were assembling more furniture :-( I lack a few trail common senses. But…I muscle through them. I stay up late. So, I start my Colorado alpine hikes after noon….and get to enjoy the lightning storms hehehe. If my long hair German shepherd hair stands up, we duck hehehe. On many hikes, I don’t take cold weather gear. If I am behind schedule, and the temps drop, I just keep hiking into the night (yes…it wouldn’t work as well if I broke a foot). I actually love night hiking. Aside from that, I completely agree with your points! I wish trail life would be incorporated into our every day life with regards to the etiquettes out in the towns, cities, and such. My dog looks part bear/ part wolf, so I actually give all uphill and downhill hikers the right a way….and try to get at least 10 ft off of the trail. Oh yes…since I am always hiking solo with my dog, I always bring the garmin inreach. A twisted or broken appendage is just around the next corner! I also carry a 40 ft length of 1 inch webbing so I can belay my dog up or down a class 3 climb, up to 25 ft. And, I have a poncho-esque thing with 4 holes in it, and shoulder straps, so I can evacuate my dog, if needed. Whew…..lack of water is no joke! In a sustained climb, I stop and water my dog every 30 minutes. He drinks 3/4 to 1 liter on every one of those stops. I stop every hour on a long descent. On a 2 hr climb, just do the math; we use lots of water. I also carry a sawyer purifier so as to supplement our water needs. PS. I emailed my contact info for when you are in Palm Springs in the middle of the month. I will be there 17-25 November. Safe travels and get well soon!

First Aid Kit, signaling device e.g. whistle or mirror, compass (if GPS goes dead.)

Adam the Bear...we need a kids book

Great list! Plus, always tell someone where you’re going and if possible don’t hike alone. Finally, don’t watch this video while eating dinner, as I did. 😀💩

I don't think Adam would share any pop tarts either 😂

Hiking here in the Bay Area, it seems not many know about hiking on the right and passing on the left. There's groups of 3 or 4 that refused to hike single file. They are all hiking abreast and don't even move when they see you coming from the opposite direction. Then there's so many people who don't know what, "On your left" means. They get all confused and walk right into your path when you're coming up behind them.

Regardless if you’re in the mountains or in your living room, I am happy to see you guys happy and happy in love. ❤

People do manage to get lost on the main Whitney Trail. There has been more than one tired hiker going down that wound up at Crabtree. Oops.

1. It drives me crazy when someone is blasting music on trail. 2. Coming down trail, I have to remind people going up that they have the right of way a lot of times. 3. All the trails around Maine and New Hampshire, I haven't seen much dog poop on trail 4. I almost always hike without a GPS, I usually used a standard map. The only time I wished I did was when Lori and I ran out of Daylight on the Highline trail. We had flash lights and head lamps, but we were a little worried for those last two miles. 5. I always carry too much water. I hate having the extra weight, but I rather have too much than not enough