9 Hikers on Instagram You Should Definitely Follow
Get ready for hiking envy? These hikers on Instagram have popular accounts for good reason.
They have some of the most beautiful/incredible/insane pictures of the great outdoors. If you don’t have an Instagram account, it’s time you make one. Instagram has grown to be a popular and effective social media outlet that lets you share your photos to the world.
Now, these accounts are of individual hikers, not accounts devoted to hiking (that feature a variety of photographers). Although, there are many accounts like that. Check ‘hiking’ in Instagram’s search bar to find even more accounts on this outdoor activity.
The accounts below are of hikers and mountaineers that aren’t all professional photographers. However, their photos will make you think they are. Be prepared to get really inspired by these nine adventurous hikers on Instagram.
Nine Hikers to Follow on Instagram:
1. @TheRealHikingViking
Current Location: Attempting a southbound winter thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail
The Real Hiking Viking’s Instagram account features badass pictures of his travels. However, his feed also includes bits and pieces of his personal life. If you are looking for a down-to-earth yet pleasantly humorous account to follow (with amazing pictures), this one is for you.
2. @HikingCorry
Current Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
Corry not only posts pictures from her hiking endeavors but also from her adventures snowshoeing and snowboarding. If you are located in her area of Canada, she hosts hiking and snowshoe meet-ups. She’s the girl that will get you outdoors.
3. @Cody_the_Nelson
Current Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Cody is a 20-something that enjoys hiking and mountain biking. His images make the mountains of Banff National Park and Kananaskis Country the place to be (as if they weren’t already). Your envy will be strong with this one.
4. @MissHollDoll
Current Location: Pacific Northwest (PNW)
Holly’s feed is stunning. She always seems to be traveling. Her feed is not only focused on the PNW but other places too like Wyoming and Hawaii. In many of her images, she is actually in the image, showcasing her friends’ photography as well.
5. @MoonMountainMan
Current Location: Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
Jacob Moon is an avid hiker and traveler. He also is a traveling nurse so his location does change quite frequently. His images are awe-inspiring and powerful. His captions are very well-written and inspirational. Also, if you love his images so much, you can even buy his prints.
6. @RoundtheWorldGirl
Current Location: Hawaii, USA
Elise’s instagram feed is full of fun and beautiful outdoor shots. And, she really seems to be everywhere doing everything. She enjoys mountain climbing, hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, or skiing. This girl does it all.
7. @ChrisBurkard
Current Location: Iceland
Chris is a professional photographer and a professional fun-seeker. This guy hikes, snowshoes, surfs, skis, and ‘adventures’ all over the place. He has great variety and spontaniety in his feed so you never know what he will post next.
8. @BrookeWillson
Current Location: Canmore, Alberta, Canada
Brooke’s feed is beautiful and fun. She isn’t shy to post pictures of herself or her friends and family in front of beautiful mountain landscapes, which adds a great personal flair to her Instagram’s picturesque feed.
9. @KyleFrost
Current Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA
Kyle’s feed will make you want to visit Colorado like right now. He hikes, skis, and trail runs through the Colorado Rockies. He is also the brain behind the popular outdoor account @theoutbound.
For hiking and travel inspiration, make sure to follow these great accounts along with BC25.com’s Instagram account
Do you have a favorite hiking or outdoor Instagram account that you love to follow? Put your suggestions in the comments below
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