Hikers have a sense of humor. Really. Perhaps we project a too serious demeanor as we climb to the top of the hill, prompting non-hikers to view us as humor-challenged. 

Anyone out there working on a collection of hiker humor? The Trailmaster can’t wait to read it, share it, and laugh out loud. 

As a group, hikers like a good joke as much or more than anyone. Here are some classic hiker jokes, silly stories and funny life lessons from the trail: