Here’s a wonderful article from USA Today with beautiful pictures. It talks about 51 great places to hike here in the United States.

Hiking is a wonderful way to see beautiful sights while exercising and getting in touch with nature. Be sure to carry water, first aid supplies, and cell phone. But don’t trust that phone. Be sure to give your itinerary to friends and family.

Arrange to call them when you get back to your car, camp, or home. Discuss with them a reasonable time for them to wait before trying to reach you and / or before calling for help.

Here are some additional hiking safety tips and here are some tips for hiking safely with your dog.