6 Best Hiking Books
We analyzed 5+ expert sources, curated book lists, and recommendations from successful people to find the 6 best hiking books according to the internet — not just one person's opinion. Each book on this list was mentioned by at least two independent sources, and the ranking is based on how frequently each title appears across all sources studied. This consensus-based approach ensures you get recommendations backed by multiple experts, not a single reviewer's bias.
Goal: Find the best Hiking books according to the internet (not just one person's opinion).
Method:
- Search for "best hiking books" and study the top 5+ pages.
- Add only the books mentioned 2+ times.
- Rank the results neatly here.
6 Best Hiking Books
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A Walk in the Woods
Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail
Also recommended by
1 person
Tim Ferriss recommended this bookTim Ferriss
"A great way to invigorate." - Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss's recommendation of this book
The Alchemist
Also recommended by
18 people
Aubrey Marcus recommended this bookAubrey Marcus
"One of the first books that profoundly changed my life for the better." - Aubrey Marcus
Aubrey Marcus's recommendation of this book 
Will Smith recommended this bookWill Smith
"One of my favorite books." - Will Smith
Will Smith's recommendation of this book 
LeBron James recommended this bookLeBron James
"The more and more that you dream and actually talk about something that you want to do, it can become true." - LeBron James
LeBron James's recommendation of this book 
Big Sean recommended this bookBig Sean
"A crazy story." - Big Sean
Big Sean's recommendation of this book 
Brené Brown recommended this bookBrené Brown
"There's a great quote in [this book]: When you're on the right path the universe conspires to help you!" - Brené Brown
Brené Brown's recommendation of this book 
Ryan Flaherty recommended this bookRyan Flaherty
"I’ve loved [this book] for a very long time." - Ryan Flaherty
Ryan Flaherty's recommendation of this book +12
More recommendations
- Lisa Ling
"This simple little book contains hugely profound meaning." - Lisa Ling
- Daniel Ek
"It was fascinating to talk to [the author] about how this book came to be such a hit—he never backed down, and he allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales." - Daniel Ek
- Eric Ripert
"Speaks of everyone having an ultimate goal in life, but most of us are too afraid to pursue it. The encouragement to fulfill your dreams is very inspirational!" - Eric Ripert
- Gabby Reece
"It’s that reminder that as you go out in the world and you’re looking for all these things, sometimes it is within us." - Gabby Reece
- Ryan Shea
One of Ryan Shea's 4 answers to "what is the book (or books) you’ve given most as a gift?"
- Garry Tan
"A remarkable book and I heartily recommend it." - Garry Tan
- Lewis Howes
"I've only probably read 4 books cover to cover. [This is one of them.]" - Lewis Howes
- Tony Robbins
"Great book." - Tony Robbins
- Jodie Cook
"The most important messages shared in the most beautiful story." - Jodie Cook
- Andy Frisella
"A wonderful book." - Andy Frisella
- James Clear
"[One of] the 10 best fiction books." - James Clear
- Patrick Bet-David
Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website.
- Lisa Ling
Wild
From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail
Also recommended by
5 people
Emma Watson recommended this bookEmma Watson
"I have devoured [this book]." - Emma Watson
Emma Watson's recommendation of this book - Tim Ferriss recommended this book
Tim Ferriss
"One of my favorites." - Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss's recommendation of this book 
Oprah Winfrey recommended this bookOprah Winfrey
"About the difference between deciding to do something and really having to do it." - Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey's recommendation of this book 
Liz Lambert recommended this bookLiz Lambert
Liz Lambert mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Liz Lambert's recommendation of this book 
Shane Parrish recommended this bookShane Parrish
"Ran me through the range of emotions from happy to crying." - Shane Parrish
Shane Parrish's recommendation of this book
Into Thin Air
A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster
Also recommended by
2 people
Richard Branson recommended this bookRichard Branson
Richard Branson recommended this book on his "70 must-read books" blog post.
Richard Branson's recommendation of this book 
James Clear recommended this bookJames Clear
"[One of] the 10 best nonfiction books of all-time." - James Clear
James Clear's recommendation of this book
The Dharma Bums
Also recommended by
2 people
Steve Jobs recommended this bookSteve Jobs
Daniel Kottke said he and Steve Jobs definitely read this book prior to the India trip.
Steve Jobs's recommendation of this book 
Josh Waitzkin recommended this bookJosh Waitzkin
Josh Waitzkin recommended this book in the "Tools of Titans" book.
Josh Waitzkin's recommendation of this book
Neon Pilgrim
Sources
- 1
7 Hiking Themed Books To Inspire Travel In 2021 - Hillwalk Tours Self-Guided Hiking Tours
hillwalktours.com
- 2
10 hiking books that will inspire your next adventure | Advnture
advnture.com
- 3
Blog6 Books That Will Inspire You To Lace Up Your Hiking Boots
barnesandnoble.com
- 4
The Best Hiking Books to Inspire Adventures - Wildland Trekking
wildlandtrekking.com
- 5
Five Best Hiking Books
macsadventure.com
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