When to hike in the Arctic Circle Region
The main hiking window in Greenland is from mid-June to late-September. For those wanting to hike with snowshoes, another window of February to April will usually give the best conditions.
Outside of these times, hiking more difficult as:
- the weather is very unpredictable
- there is a high possibility of slippery ice patches, particularly on north-facing slopes
- the lakes have not yet iced over or the ice is starting to melt/become unstable
- trails can be very boggy due to melting snow
You hike our trails at your own risk, so please make sure you have sufficient experience and the correct equipment.
Hiking in summer
Seasonal dates, and the pros and cons of hiking in summer
Hiking in autumn / fall
Seasonal dates, and the pros and cons of hiking in autumn/fall
Snowshoeing in winter
Seasonal dates, and the pros and cons of hiking/snowshoeing in winter