What Type of Hiker Are You?

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Quiz Questions

1.
What's your favorite aspect of hiking?
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  Getting off the beaten path
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  Spending a day enjoying the beauty of nature
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  Achieving a goal, like summiting a peak
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  Immersing yourself in the outdoors for a few days
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  The physical and mental stimulation of hiking
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You typically prefer a hike that's...
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  On the shorter side (so you can be done before dinner!)
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  Longer. A multi-day trek and camping doesn't bother you.
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  Somewhere in between. You don't mind the length as long as it's a cool and unique hike!
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What kind of gear do you bring hiking?
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  As much as it takes to reach the summit
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  You keep it light - the right amount to make it through a day of hiking
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  Enough to be prepared, since you're usually somewhere away from the tourists
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  As little as possible
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  Enough gear to make it for a few days out on the trail
4.
Which of these hikes would you most like to do?
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  Spend the day hiking between the villages of Italy's Cinque Terre
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  Spend multiple days on a portion of the Appalachian Trail
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  Go for an off-the-beaten-path hike in the remote Azores
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  Take a yoga class after a scenic morning hike in Colorado
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  Hike one of the Seven Summits (the tallest peaks in the world)
5.
You prefer overnight hikes. True or false?
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  True. You don't mind spending a couple of nights or even a week on a trek.
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  False. You prefer to be finished with your hike by sundown!
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What sounds like your idea of a fun weekend activity?
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  Taking a painting class and expressing your creativity
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  Exploring an underrated neighborhood in your city
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  Going camping and immersing yourself in Mother Nature's beauty
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  Getting competitive at a trivia night with friends
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  Taking a scenic drive
7.
Which of the following hiking essentials do you always have on you?
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  Sturdy Hiking Boots
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  Trail Map
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  Your Camera
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  Snacks
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  Fire Starter
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What's your favorite thing to do after finishing a hike?
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  Set up camp for the night and relax by the fire
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  Take a shower and get into your own bed
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  Start planning your next hike ASAP
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What's your favorite hiking snack?
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  Granola Bars
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  Mixed Nuts
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  Chocolate
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  Pretzels
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  Fruit

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Peak Collector
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You're a Peak Collector! You love high-altitude and uphill hikes with beautiful views and you're always chasing your next summit. Some hiking experiences you might enjoy include: The Mohare Danda Eco-Trek in Nepal / Click here to learn more Calanques National Park in France / Click here to learn more La Concepcion Volcano in Nicaragua / Click here to learn more The Breakneck Ridge Trail in New York's Hudson Valley Region / Click here to learn more Piestewa Peak in Arizona / Click here to learn more Mount Whitney in California / Click here to learn more
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Fusion Hiker
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You're a Fusion Hiker! You enjoy spending the day hiking, but your interests are varied and you also love unique experiences like a day hike followed by a painting or yoga class! Some hiking experiences you might enjoy include: Painting + hiking in Vail, Colorado / Click here to learn more Hiking to + praying at the Tiger's Nest in Bhutan / Click here to learn more Hiking + hot springs soaking within Iceland's Hengill Geothermal Area / Click here to learn more Yoga + hiking in various locations around the world / Click here to learn more (affiliate link)
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Scenic Day Hiker
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You're a Scenic Day Hiker! You love to get out and experience nature on a day hike, but you also enjoy heading home, taking a shower, and sleeping in a real bed at the end of the day! Some hiking experiences you might enjoy include: Path of the Gods in the Amalfi Coast, Italy / Click here to learn more Hiking the Route des Très Caps near Cannes, France / Click here to learn more Hiking in the cloud forests of Boquete, Panama / Click here to learn more Hiking to the magnificent Pillars of Hercules in Antigua / Click here to learn more Hiking through vineyards up Mount Epomeo on Italy's island of Ischia / Click here to learn more
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Off-the-Beaten-Path Hiker
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You're an Off-the-Beaten-Path Hiker! Adventure is always calling your name, and you love going #BeyondTheGuidebook to discover lesser-known trails. Some hiking experiences you might enjoy include: Hiking The Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park / Click here to learn more Hiking to Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo in the Azores / Click here to learn more Hiking Jakar, the "Switzerland of Bhutan" / Click here to learn more Hiking The Mohare Danda Eco-Trek in Nepal / Click here to learn more Hiking to Taragarh Fortress in Bundi, India / Click here to learn more Hiking in Slovenia's Soča Valley / Click here to learn more
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Multi-Day Immersive Hiker
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You're a Multi-Day Immersive Hiker! You don't mind getting dirty or spending multiple nights camping. When you go hiking, you get a thrill out of totally immersing yourself in the outdoors. Some hiking experiences you might enjoy include: Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania / Click here to learn more Suryanelli in India / Click here to learn more The Mohare Danda Eco-Trek in Nepal / Click here to learn more The Inca Trail in Peru / Click here to learn more The Camino de Santiago in Spain / Click here to learn more

What Type of Hiker Are You?

Find out what kind of hike you should do next based on your personality.

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