Synonyms of hiker

hiker

noun

as in walker

a person who travels by foot for exercise or pleasure

the hikers set out before dawn in order to have the trail to themselves

Synonyms & Similar Words

• walker
• wanderer
• pedestrian
• tramper
• mountaineer
• rambler
• ambler
• climber
• perambulator
• backpacker
• rover
• wayfarer
• roamer
• trekker
• alpinist

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hiker

According to reporting by The Coloradoan, search and rescue teams deployed to the park following reports in the early afternoon of an incident involving a hiker on Kiener’s Route, a popular path taken to summit Longs Peak. — Michael Loria, USA Today, 7 July 2026

For those interested in getting—then staying—outside, tack on a trek up Mount Beacon, which rewards hikers with some of the area’s best views. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

The bear sighting occurred on the same day that Mount Rausu, on Hokkaido's Shiretoko Peninsula, reopened to hikers for the first time since August 2025, Kyodo News reported. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026

The audacious may choose to through-hike the entire trail, while less experienced hikers can plan to tackle a smaller section in just a day. — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

It’s also frequently lauded for its three-quarter frame construction, which tends to be more manageable for petite hikers. — Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 2 July 2026

Hiking in particular requires much less guiding and support than cycling and many avid hikers are totally confident on their own. — Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is investigating a robbery and assault that left a 73-year-old hiker unconscious and his wallet gone. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 1 July 2026

This deep price cut gives you weather-resistant outdoor acoustics, allowing travelers, hikers, and casual listeners to honor their playlist, with pristine audio profiles anywhere. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 30 June 2026