What you need to know before you go

Spending time outside is a great way to connect with nature, your friends and family, and just find some peace and joy in a world that can be a little too much sometimes.

Before you go outside, take a little time to do some research (don’t worry, GoCoCo is here to help!).

  1. Learn about the place you’re going. Can you bring your dog? How steep are the trails? What hours is it open? Is there an entrance fee? How’s the cell phone service? Is there a trash can?
  2. Bring everything you think you’ll need – and a little extra, just in case. Check out the hiking essentials page for some of our recommendations.
  3. Let someone else know where you’re going and when you expect to return.