#Hiking Features

EStrava has announced a set of new and updated hiking features aimed at helping users discover trails, navigate routes, and share outdoor experiences with others. The update covers different parts of the hiking experience, including route planning, real-time navigation, and social sharing. According to Strava, hiking has become more social on the platform, with its Year In Sport report showing a 5.8-times increase in hiking clubs in 2025. Other features include Route Following on Apple Watch, Smart Watch Route Sync for compatible devices, Offline Routes, a fullscreen recording map, and Live Elevation tracking. Sticker stats and hiking-focused Clubs are also available for sharing routes, challenges, and achievements with the community. Most of the new features are available now, while the updated map styles are scheduled to roll out later this summer. The new features are rolling out with Telegram v12.9.0, with the Rich Text Editor exclusive to Premium subscribers. Read more in our articles including "Strava introduces new features for hikers and outdoor users" and "Meta introduces free Facebook Verified badge".