Mountains
Hiking equipment
Do's and don'ts
Hiking glossary
100

What is the highest mountain in the UK?

Ben Nevis (1,345 metres)

100

Can you wear trainers / sneakers to go hiking?

No – you need a good pair of hiking boots because the terrain is often slippy or muddy

100

It's a lovely sunny day during your hike – time for a barbecue, right?

Wrong! Barbecues can cause fires, especially in summer. Have a picnic instead
100

What is the common word for the top of a mountain?

The summit

250

In which country of the UK is Snowdonia National Park?

Wales

250

Why should you take a whistle with you?

So you can alert other people if you or one of your friends has an accident

250

Can you take a dog hiking?

Yes – but keep them under control, put them on a leash near sheep and other animals, and bin any poo!

250

Which verb describes using your hands and feet to hike up steep, rocky mountains?

Scrambling

500

Which author wrote books about the Lake District?

Alfred Wainwright

500

As well as your phone and its GPS, what two things should you always take to navigate?

A map and a compass

500

What is the six-word motto of the Countryside Code?

Leave it as you find it
500

What a trig point?


A pillar at the top of a mountain used to measure distances