Get good information about the routeBefore leaving home, it's important to gather as much information as possible about the routes you plan to take. It's important to study the relevant maps and consult updated hiking reports; check the length, elevation gain, and estimated travel time, as well as the presence of challenging sections; find out about the trail's conditions, whether it's marked, its level of difficulty, and whether special equipment is required; then check the weather forecast, evaluating how it changes in the hours following your departure. Also, check the presence of support points, such as shelters or bivouacs, the state of cell phone coverage, and any escape routes.
Source: CAI
