5 mile hike

I hiked 5 miles on urban trails today with about an 1500 foot elevation gain. My ankle has been getting stronger but still has pain. Its sore tonight.
I am doing a lot of balancing work. Standing on one leg. Good leg call me a flamingo. Bad leg- I look like a windmill with my arms swinging trying not to fall over. Have been progressing though.
I don't know why I still have pain. I am glad to be out of doors and getting some exercise. I still find it difficult to go down some stairs. I can tell exactly how high a stair riser is. If its over 7" then I have to hang on or go one step at a time with both feet.

Physical therapist says I should go skiing. I am waiting for just the right day. Nice weather not too much new snow to push around but not icy. Snow is disappearing off of our mountain so may not get the chance.