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I woke up surprised to see a winter wonderland outside my window.

October 22nd, Calgary, Canada.

I put on my winter jacket and headed out quickly to enjoy the clean, white fresh stuff — watching for Bobcat tracks. My neighbourhood is the only place I’ve ever seen Bobcat.

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One of our top 10 day hikes in the world.

Why?

A stunning and unique walk in Norway’s most popular National Park – Jotunheimen.

• Jotunheimen National Park has most of the highest mountains in Norway
• Besseggen … or Besseggi … in Jotunheimen, is a thrilling ridge walk with alpine lakes on either side:  Gjende and Bessvatnet.
• recommended from the end of June to mid-September
• 13.3km (8.25mi) plus one-way ferry
• 6-9 hours
• 950m elevation gain
• highest point, Veslfjellet (1743m)
• dogs on leash allowed
• trail runners enjoy it

World → Europe →  Norway → Besseggen Ridge

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For details click over to our Besseggen Ridge information page.

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Trip report by BestHike editor Rick McCharles

Many, many times I’ve walked and run the spectacular 2km loop at Englishman River Falls Provincial Park near Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

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Most of my hikes I do alone. Often I meet new people on the trail. Sometimes share some miles or a meal.

But it’s easier to PLAN and COMPLETE adventures by yourself.

Some TIPS:

• make sure your skills are solid …
• pick the right route
• share your itineray
• check in with Rangers
• sign trail registers
• stick to your route (if possible)
• plan thoroughly
• using GPS devices as well as non-electronic maps is safest
• bypass hazards (if possible)
• pack communication device(s)
• carry emergency supplies
• bring firestarter gear, just in case
• carry a knife
• cross streams safely
• carry the lightest gear you can

How to Backpack Solo and Love Every Minute of It