Synonyms of hikers

hikers

noun

plural of hiker

as in walkers

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

• walkers
• wanderers
• pedestrians
• trampers
• mountaineers
• ramblers
• amblers
• climbers
• perambulators
• backpackers
• wayfarers
• rovers
• trekkers
• roamers
• alpinists

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hikers

Graf, her husband and two sons had been avid hikers, visiting national parks across the country. — Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 8 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

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

Arkansas State Parks and outdoor events Arkansas State Parks will host a myriad of events to celebrate America 250 for birdwatchers, history buffs, hikers, kayakers and general outdoorspeople. — Jesse Cain, Arkansas Online, 29 June 2026