250+ Creative Instagram Hiking Captions Share Your Adventure

Looking for quick and easy Instagram hiking captions? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve compiled a list of hiking captions for Instagram and other social platforms for you to grab and post.

This list is all free to use, and made to get you off your phone and back on the trails.

Our goal with all our captions posts is to help you share your awesome experiencing without having to over think the caption or spend much time on your phone.

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Short Hiking Captions For Instagram

1. Lost in the right direction 🌲🚶‍♂️
2. The mountains are calling, and I must go 🏔️✨
3. Trail therapy: 10/10 recommend 🥾💚
4. Sky above, earth below, peace within 🌿☀️
5. Step by step, making memories 🌄👣
6. Nature doesn’t need a filter 🌲📸
7. Find me where the wild things are 🌳🦋
8. Hiking: cheaper than therapy 🥾💕
9. Views worth every step 🏞️❤️
10. Adventure awaits, just outside the comfort zone 🚶‍♀️✨
11. Chasing sunsets, one trail at a time 🌅⛺
12. Every trail has a story; let’s write a new one 🗺️🌟

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Funny Hiking Captions For Instagram

1. Hiking is just walking, but harder and with better views
2. Why is the view always better after my legs stop working
3. Do I hike? Yes. Am I good at it? Debatable
4. Thought this was supposed to be fun… who signed me up
5. Suffering now, snacking later
6. Peak happiness? More like peak exhaustion
7. Nature: 10/10. My endurance: 0/10
8. Just out here pretending I know what I’m doing
9. When life gives you mountains, put on your boots and cry halfway up
10. Hiking: where you walk a lot to eat trail mix on a rock
11. Me: I love hiking! Also me: Are we done yet
12. My GPS said it was a “short” hike. My legs disagree
13. Find me on a trail… dying for a snack break
14. What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… or at least hungrier
15. I’m outdoorsy in that I like drinking wine on mountaintops

Quotes for Hiking

1. “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” – John Muir
2. “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
3. “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” – John Muir
4. “Hiking is the answer. Who cares what the question is?” – Unknown
5. “Climb the mountains and get their good tidings.” – John Muir
6. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu
7. “Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.” – John Muir
8. “The mountains are calling, and I must go.” – John Muir
9. “I slow down when hiking. The rhythm of nature is deep and peaceful.” – David Gessner
10. “Nature never hurries. Atom by atom, little by little, she achieves her work.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
11. “Walking is a man’s best medicine.” – Hippocrates
12. “Carry as little as possible, but choose that little with care.” – Earl Shaffer
13. “A walk in nature walks the soul back home.” – Mary Davis
14. “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” – John Muir
15. “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.” – T.S. Eliot

Sir Edmund Hillary Quotes

1. “It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.”
2. “I chose to climb the highest mountain because I was told it couldn’t be done.”
3. “You don’t have to be a hero to do certain things, you just have to be a human.”
4. “The hardest thing in the world is to climb a mountain. The second hardest is to know you cannot climb it.”
5. “I will go to the mountains to see how they look, and to test myself.”
6. “Success is not the end; failure is not the worst thing. The courage to continue is what counts.”
7. “Mountains are the beginning and the end of all natural scenery.”
8. “People do not decide to become extraordinary. They decide to accomplish extraordinary things.”
9. “You can’t get to the top of the world without first climbing the mountain.”
10. “It’s not the view that’s important, it’s the journey.”

Cute Hiking Captions

1. Love at first hike
2. You, me, and the great outdoors
3. Exploring trails and stealing hearts
4. Our love is the ultimate adventure
5. Together, we’re on top of the world
6. Wandering where the WiFi is weak, but love is strong
7. Let’s wander where the cell service ends
8. Every step with you feels like a new adventure
9. Two trails, one destination
10. Our kind of date night: stargazing and hiking
11. You make my heart skip a peak
12. We go together like backpacks and boots
13. Falling for you, one step at a time
14. Our love is wild and free, just like this trail
15. Peak moments with my favorite person

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Wity Captions for Hiking

1. I thought I’d peak early, but this view says otherwise
2. Hiking: the art of walking uphill and feeling accomplished
3. I don’t need therapy, I just need a trail
4. I’ve got 99 problems, but a hike ain’t one
5. These boots were made for hiking
6. Why take the easy route when the hard one comes with views
7. Trails before cocktails
8. If you think I’m slowing down, you’re trail-ly mistaken
9. Hiking my way to better puns and better views
10. Just out here breaking personal elevation records
11. Good things come to those who hike
12. Some trails are tougher, but so am I
13. Who needs a stairmaster when you have mountains
14. I hike because punching people is frowned upon
15. Not all those who wander are lost, but I definitely am

Hiking Puns

1. Hiking is in-tents
2. Trail mix and match my energy levels
3. I’m over the hill – literally
4. This trail is un-boulder-lievable
5. I’m on a mountain high
6. Don’t take hiking for granite
7. The view is tree-mendous
8. I’m rock solid after this climb
9. Let’s spruce things up with a nature walk
10. I’ve been pine-ing for this adventure

Hiking With Boyfriend Captions

1. My favorite trail partner
2. Hiking to new heights with you
3. Love is the best view on any trail
4. Every step with you feels like an adventure
5. You, me, and the mountain breeze
6. Taking love to new peaks
7. Let’s get lost in the wild together
8. Life’s a climb, but the view is better with you
9. Two hearts, one trail
10. Finding our way, one step at a time
11. My kind of mountain man
12. Hiking through life with my favorite person
13. From the trailhead to your heart
14. With you, every hike feels like home
15. Adventure is better with you by my side

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Hiking With Girlfriend Captions

1. Hiking to new heights, hand in hand with you
2. My favorite adventure is with you by my side
3. I’m lost in the wild, but found in your arms
4. With you, every step feels like home
5. Life’s a climb, but it’s so much better with you
6. You make every trail worth hiking
7. Taking on mountains and life with my favorite guy
8. You’re my favorite trail buddy and adventure partner
9. Your love is my favorite view
10. Together, we’re unstoppable – on and off the trail
11. Every hike is a love story with you
12. Hand in hand, conquering peaks and dreams
13. Hiking with you is my kind of perfect
14. The best views are always shared with you
15. With you, the journey is always better than the destination

Captions For Mountain Hikes

1. The mountains are calling, and I must go
2. Peaks, trails, and endless views
3. Climbing mountains, one step at a time
4. On top of the world, with the best view
5. Life looks better from the summit
6. Taking the scenic route to the top
7. The higher I go, the closer I get to my dreams
8. A mountain never asks me to be anything but myself
9. Find me where the sky meets the mountains
10. Sometimes, the best therapy is a long hike up a mountain
11. Mountains are the only therapy I need
12. If you need me, I’ll be on top of the world
13. Nature’s best kept secret is found at the summit
14. Conquer the mountain, conquer yourself
15. Lost in the mountains, but found in the view

Waterfall Hike Captions

1. Chasing waterfalls, one step at a time
2. Let the sound of the waterfall wash away your worries
3. Hiking to where the water falls and the views flow
4. Waterfalls and wild hearts
5. Feeling on top of the world at the waterfall
6. Take only memories, leave only footprints, and a little water splash
7. Life’s better with a waterfall view
8. Standing under nature’s most beautiful shower
9. The journey is worth the waterfall
10. Where the trail ends, the waterfall begins
11. Finding peace in the flow of the waterfall
12. Waterfalls: nature’s way of saying, “refresh”
13. The more I hike, the more I’m in love with waterfalls
14. Waterfalls make the climb worth every step
15. Soaking in the beauty of life, one waterfall at a time

Amazing Views

1. Views like this make the hike worth it
2. When the view takes your breath away
3. Good things come to those who hike for the view
4. Nature’s masterpiece, no filter needed
5. Standing on top of the world, soaking in the view
6. Take a moment to appreciate the view
7. The best views are often the hardest to get to
8. There’s no view like the one from the top
9. Chasing views, finding peace
10. Sometimes, the best therapy is a stunning view
11. A perfect view to match a perfect day
12. Life looks better from up here
13. Views that remind me why I love the outdoors
14. Can’t get enough of this view—forever in awe
15. Views this good are worth every step

Family Hike Captions

1. Family, fresh air, and mountain views—perfect day
2. Making memories, one trail at a time
3. The best kind of family adventure
4. Nature + family = happiness
5. Family hikes are the best kind of therapy
6. Together, we conquer every trail
7. Hiking with the fam, because life’s better outdoors
8. Some of the best views are seen with family
9. Trail time is family time
10. From the trailhead to unforgettable memories
11. Family hikes: where laughter echoes and memories are made
12. Adventures are better when shared with family
13. Hiking our way to happy family moments
14. Every step is an adventure when we’re together
15. Family + nature = the perfect combination

Fall Hiking Captions

1. Fall trails and autumn tales 🍂
2. Hiking through the colors of fall
3. Leaves are falling, but my love for hiking is rising
4. Crisp air, cozy vibes, and colorful trails
5. Fall foliage and mountain goals
6. Autumn leaves and scenic views
7. Hiking in fall: where the views are golden
8. Fall hikes are the best kind of therapy
9. Taking a hike through a fall wonderland
10. Nature is showing off in fall
11. Walking through fall’s colorful canvas
12. Fall hikes are my kind of cardio
13. The leaves are turning, and so are my adventures
14. Chasing fall colors, one trail at a time
15. Fall, fresh air, and family hikes—perfect combination

Summer Instagram Hiking Captions

1. Summer trails and sunshine adventures
2. Hiking through the heat, chasing the view
3. Sunshine and mountain vibes
4. Summer hikes are always a good idea
5. Living for summer trails and breathtaking views
6. The only thing hotter than the sun is this hike
7. Hiking with summer in the air and views everywhere
8. Summer, sweat, and scenic views
9. Summer hikes: where the journey is as good as the destination
10. Trail time is the best summer time
11. Summer days, mountain ways
12. Chasing sunsets and summer trails
13. Hiking through summer’s golden hour
14. The higher we go, the cooler it gets
15. Summer adventures start with a hike

Captions For Spring Hikes

1. Spring trails and blooming adventures
2. Hiking into a world of new beginnings
3. Fresh air, green trails, and springtime dreams
4. Nature’s waking up, and so are my hiking boots
5. Spring hikes: where every step smells like flowers
6. The trails are blooming, and so are we
7. Spring in the air, adventure in my soul
8. Hiking through a springtime paradise
9. Every step on a spring trail feels like a new start
10. Spring vibes and mountain views
11. From the first bloom to the final view
12. Fresh trails, fresh air, fresh memories
13. Spring hikes make my heart blossom
14. The best kind of wildflower is a trail underfoot
15. Spring: the perfect time for a hike and a new adventure

Winter Hiking Captions

1. Hiking through a winter wonderland
2. Snowflakes, crisp air, and mountain views
3. Cold air, warm hearts, and snowy trails
4. Winter hikes: where the world feels peaceful and still
5. Let it snow, let it trail
6. Chasing the snow-covered peaks
7. Hiking through the frost, finding beauty in the cold
8. Winter trails and snow-kissed views
9. Cold days, cozy hikes, and breathtaking sights
10. The mountains look even better in winter
11. Snowy peaks and frosty adventures
12. Winter hikes make everything feel magical
13. Frost on the ground, adventure in the air
14. I hike because winter is too beautiful to miss
15. Exploring the quiet beauty of winter’s trails

Captions For Hiking With Dogs

1. Paws-itively loving these trail adventures
2. My best hiking buddy has four paws
3. Tail wagging, trail walking
4. Every hike is better with my dog by my side
5. Paws on the trail, hearts in the wild
6. Fetching memories, one trail at a time
7. Hiking with my favorite fur-ever adventure buddy
8. Dog + trail = happiness
9. Just a couple of trail dogs living our best lives
10. Hiking paws, taking names
11. Trail time is dog time
12. My dog’s got the best trail manners
13. Hiking with my dog: the best kind of therapy
14. Who’s a good hiking buddy? This dog!
15. Follow the trail, follow the tail

Hiking With Cats Instagram Captions

1. Paws and claws on the trail
2. Who needs a leash when you’ve got a cat that loves to explore?
3. Hiking with my feline adventurer
4. Cats on the trail, making it purrfect
5. Trail time with my fur-tastic hiking buddy
6. Just me and my cat, conquering the great outdoors
7. Purrfect day for a hike
8. Cats, trails, and endless adventures
9. My cat’s got more trail spirit than most
10. Hiking isn’t just for dogs, cats love it too
11. Climbing mountains, one paw at a time
12. My cat’s more of an explorer than I am
13. Cats on a mission: hike, explore, nap
14. Outdoor adventures are even better with a curious cat
15. Tail high, paws on the trail, cat in charge

Inspirational Hiking Captions

1. The best views come after the hardest climbs
2. Take only pictures, leave only footprints
3. Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing
4. The trail is tough, but so are you
5. When in doubt, hike it out
6. Life’s a climb, but the view is worth it
7. Keep going; the view gets better the higher you go
8. Don’t count the days, make the days count on the trail
9. It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey
10. The mountains are there to be conquered, one step at a time
11. Nature doesn’t rush, but everything gets done
12. The higher you climb, the more you see
13. You were made to do hard things—hiking proves it
14. Find yourself where the trail meets the sky
15. Hiking is not just a physical challenge; it’s a spiritual one too

Using These Social Media Captions

Please feel free to use these captions to post on social media without crediting us. You can certainly tag us, @arboursabroad so we can see your adventure, but you don’t have to!

Remember, the places worth going are the hikes you do for more than the gram! Hike to get out and enjoy and connect with nature. Take photos that reflect your experience and aren’t all staged!

And be sure to put the phone away for the hike.. we know someone who had hiked the PCT and was taking a break, on her phone while still walking, and tripped over a root and broke her arm in mulitple places! Not worth it!

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