Many scientific studies have investigated the effects of hiking on various aspects of mental, emotional, and physical well-being and happiness, e.g.
- „Benefits of hiking on mental health“ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6257295/): This review of the literature found that hiking can have a number of mental health benefits, including reduced stress, anxiety, and depression.
- „The effect of a nature-based physical activity intervention on physical and mental well-being in people with stress-related exhaustion: a randomized controlled trial“ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5499787/): This study found that a nature-based physical activity intervention, including hiking, improved physical and mental well-being in individuals with stress-related exhaustion.
- „The effects of nature-based physical activity on stress and mental well-being: A systematic review“ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6508253/): This systematic review found that nature-based physical activities, including hiking, can have a positive effect on stress and mental well-being.
- „The effects of nature-based physical activity on mental well-being in young adults: A randomized controlled trial“ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6712776/): This study found that nature-based physical activity, including hiking, had a positive effect on mental well-being in young adults.
- „The effect of nature-based physical activity on mental well-being in adults with chronic health conditions: A systematic review“ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6340067/): This systematic review found that nature-based physical activity, including hiking, can have a positive effect on mental well-being in adults with chronic health conditions.