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Mount Islip via Pacific Crest Trail / Silver Moccasin Trail and Mount Islip Trail
United States > California > Los Angeles County
Hiking Mount Islip offers a well-rounded experience in the San Gabriel Mountains. Along the route, you'll encounter diverse landscapes, including dense forests, scenic ridgelines, and expansive views stretching from the Mojave Desert to the surrounding San Gabriel Canyon, with glimpses of the rugged ridges and…
Distance: 8.8 Km • Elevation gain: 743 m • Maximum elevation: 2,506 m
Grand Canyon Rim to Rim Hike on South Kaibab Trail and North Kaibab Trail
United States > Arizona > Coconino County
Hike from South Kaibab Trailhead to North Kaibab Trailhead via Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point, Tipoff Shelter, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, Colorado River, Bright Angel Site, Phantom Ranch Village, Bright Angel Creek, Cotonwood Campground and Coconino Overlook in the Grand Canyon National Park. #Hike…
Distance: 33.5 Km • Elevation gain: 2,872 m • Maximum elevation: 2,517 m
Fair Haven Fields Natural Area
United States > New Jersey > Monmouth County > Fair Haven
Distance: 1.6 Km • Elevation gain: 5 m • Maximum elevation: 15 m
Tahquitz Peak via South Ridge Trail in San Jacinto Wilderness
United States > California > Riverside County > Idyllwild-Pine Cove
The South Ridge Trail to Tahquitz Peak offers hikers an invigorating ascent through a dense pine and oak forest, with expansive views of Idyllwild, Suicide Rock, and Lily Rock emerging as you climb. As you gain elevation, the trail opens up to breathtaking vistas of the San Jacinto Mountains, offering glimpses…
Distance: 10.6 Km • Elevation gain: 698 m • Maximum elevation: 2,667 m
Dirty Harry's Peak Trail in Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area
United States > Washington > King County
The Dirty Harry's Peak Trail offers a vigorous and rewarding hike through the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. The route begins by climbing steadily through dense forests, eventually breaking into rocky terrain with expansive views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. From the…
Distance: 12.8 Km • Elevation gain: 1,081 m • Maximum elevation: 1,392 m
Saddleback via Phoneline Trail and Blackett's Ridge Trail in Pusch Ridge Wilderness
United States > Arizona > Pima County
Hiking to Saddleback offers a rugged adventure amidst the stunning desert landscape of Tucson, Arizona. Along the route, hikers are treated to expansive views of Sabino Canyon and Bear Canyon, with striking features like towering saguaro cacti, prickly pear, and diverse birdlife. The challenging ascents…
Distance: 9.1 Km • Elevation gain: 578 m • Maximum elevation: 1,334 m
Hurricane Hill Nature Trail in Olympic National Park
United States > Washington > Clallam County
The Hurricane Hill Nature Trail offers a relatively easy, yet rewarding hike within Olympic National Park, providing stunning panoramic views from Hurricane Ridge. As you ascend, you'll be treated to sweeping vistas of snow-capped peaks, including Mount Olympus, while also spotting vibrant wildflower meadows…
Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 243 m • Maximum elevation: 1,743 m
Gem Lake Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park
United States > Colorado > Larimer County
The Gem Lake Trail offers an enjoyable hike through varied terrain, taking visitors past grassy meadows, shaded forests, and rocky outcroppings. Once at Gem Lake, hikers are treated to panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, including Lumpy Ridge's granite formations, and can explore the lake's tranquil…
Distance: 4.7 Km • Elevation gain: 304 m • Maximum elevation: 2,692 m
Mount Baden-Powell from Vincent Gap via Pacific Crest Trail in Angeles National Forest
United States > California > Los Angeles County
The hike to Mount Baden-Powell offers an impressive ascent through diverse landscapes. Along the way, hikers are treated to expansive views of the high desert to the north and the southern San Gabriels, as well as the picturesque ridgelines leading to the summit. Notable features of the hike include the…
Distance: 6.1 Km • Elevation gain: 857 m • Maximum elevation: 2,854 m
Gray's Arch Loop via Rush Ridge Trail, Rough Trail and Gray's Arch Trail
United States > Kentucky > Powell County
The Gray's Arch Loop offers a stunning and moderately challenging hike through the iconic Red River Gorge, incorporating a mix of forested trails and panoramic views. Key highlights include the towering Gray's Arch, the varied rock formations along Rough Trail, and the expansive vistas from Rush Ridge Trail.…
Distance: 5.9 Km • Elevation gain: 196 m • Maximum elevation: 390 m
Courthouse Rock via Auxier Ridge Trail in Red River Gorge Geological Area
United States > Kentucky > Powell County
The Auxier Ridge Trail offers a rewarding hike with breathtaking panoramic views, especially as it climbs the narrow ridge toward Courthouse Rock. Along the way, hikers will encounter striking geological features like Haystack Rock and Wizard's Backbone, while experiencing varied landscapes that include lush…
Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 256 m • Maximum elevation: 391 m
Double Arch Loop via Auxier Ridge, Haystack Rock and Courthouse Rock
United States > Kentucky > Powell County
The Double Arch Loop offers hikers a memorable journey through some of the region's most striking natural features. As you traverse the Auxier Ridge, expect to be treated to sweeping views of the Red River Gorge, with expansive vistas over rocky outcrops, lush valleys, and iconic rock formations like Double…
Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 307 m • Maximum elevation: 395 m
Millbrook Mountain Trail and Gertrude's Nose Trail Loop from Lake Minnewaska
United States > New York > Ulster County
The Millbrook Mountain and Gertrude’s Nose Trail Loop is a captivating hiking experience that showcases the rugged beauty of the Shawangunk Ridge. As you ascend, expect to be surrounded by ancient pitch pines and diverse flora, while the trail offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and…
Distance: 11.3 Km • Elevation gain: 306 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m
Oberg Mountain Loop Trail in Superior National Forest
United States > Minnesota > Cook County
The Oberg Mountain Loop Trail is a rewarding hike, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding forest, lakes, and distant mountains. Along the trail, you’ll experience several scenic overlooks that provide sweeping vistas of the blue expanse of Lake Superior, the rugged Sawtooth Mountains, and the dense,…
Distance: 3.7 Km • Elevation gain: 180 m • Maximum elevation: 462 m
Vista Loop Trail via Scarlet Oak Pond, Hawk Rock, Cactus Ledge, Ridge Overlook, MacMillan Reservoir and MacMillan Brook Falls in Ramapo Valley County Reservation
United States > New Jersey > Bergen County > Mahwah > Darlington
This loop provides a scenic hike with varied landscapes, beginning along the serene shores of Scarlet Oak Pond and climbing to viewpoints like Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge, where sweeping views extend across Bergen County and, on clear days, toward the New York City skyline. This trail is highlighted by its…
Distance: 5.6 Km • Elevation gain: 226 m • Maximum elevation: 250 m
Skyline Trail Loop in Beavers Bend State Park
United States > Oklahoma > McCurtain County
The Skyline Trail is a challenging loop hike that rewards adventurous visitors with sweeping views of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains, lush forests, glimpses of the Mountain Fork River below and even a hidden waterfall nestled in the forest. The trail leads hikers through rocky paths, forested ridges, and…
Distance: 13.7 Km • Elevation gain: 450 m • Maximum elevation: 263 m
Penosha Loop Trail in Brighton State Recreation Area
United States > Michigan > Livingston County > Hamburg Township > Parishfield
The Penosha Loop Trail offers a peaceful and immersive hike through a mix of hardwood forests, scenic meadows, and ridges with glimpses of nearby lakes such as Bishop Lake. This five-mile loop is moderately challenging, with gentle slopes that provide both a good workout and moments for taking in the beauty of…
Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 92 m • Maximum elevation: 317 m
Bird Hills, Kuebler Langford, and Barton Nature Areas Loop Trail
United States > Michigan > Washtenaw County > Ann Arbor
The Bird Hills, Kuebler Langford, and Barton Nature Areas create a scenic, interconnected loop that provides hikers a range of natural features, from forested ridges to creek-cut ravines. Bird Hills offers sweeping forest trails with native flora and a historic backdrop, while Kuebler Langford complements with…
Distance: 6.3 Km • Elevation gain: 88 m • Maximum elevation: 300 m
Catawba Falls River Trail in Pisgah National Forest
United States > North Carolina > McDowell County
The Catawba Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through Pisgah National Forest, guiding hikers along a gentle riverside path rich with historic stonework, lush vegetation, and streams that punctuate the quiet, wooded landscape. About halfway up, hikers encounter a historic dam that forms a small waterfall,…
Distance: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 205 m • Maximum elevation: 695 m
Black Balsam Knob via Art Loeb Trail in Pisgah National Forest
United States > North Carolina > Haywood County
The hike to Black Balsam Knob is a favorite for its sweeping views and unique, treeless balds that stretch along the ridge. As you ascend, grassy fields and open skies create an almost alpine atmosphere, with uninterrupted 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding you at the summit. Whether you…
Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 102 m • Maximum elevation: 1,886 m
Company Mill Loop Trail in William B. Umstead State Park
United States > North Carolina > Wake County > Raleigh
The Company Mill Loop Trail weaves through picturesque hardwood forests, hugging the banks of Crabtree Creek before ascending into quiet ridges. Hikers can enjoy a blend of open creekside views, where remnants of an old mill create a peaceful spot to rest, and more secluded sections under a canopy of pines and…
Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 183 m • Maximum elevation: 143 m
Graveyard Upper and Lower Falls via Graveyard Fields Loop Trail
United States > North Carolina > Haywood County
The Graveyard Fields Loop Trail offers hikers an immersive journey through diverse landscapes, leading to two picturesque waterfalls. As you traverse the trail, you’ll pass through open meadows and lush forests, with sections of boardwalks that cross over wild blueberry patches during the summer months.…
Distance: 5.2 Km • Elevation gain: 142 m • Maximum elevation: 1,621 m
Crabtree Falls Loop Trail in Blue Ridge Parkway
United States > North Carolina > Yancey County
The Crabtree Falls Loop Trail offers a beautiful and moderately challenging hike. As you descend through a lush oak-hickory forest, you'll pass over rocky sections, switchbacks, and a series of stone steps, all of which make the journey to the falls both scenic and rewarding. At the base, the waterfall…
Distance: 4.5 Km • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 1,148 m
Lime Kiln Loop Trail in Rockwoods Reservation Conservation Area
United States > Missouri > Saint Louis County > Wildwood
The Lime Kiln Loop Trail offers hikers a scenic route with a mix of rugged terrain, steady inclines, and forested ridges. Along the way, you'll encounter historical remnants, including an old limestone kiln from the area's industrial past, as well as natural highlights like streams and small waterfalls, which…
Distance: 4.5 Km • Elevation gain: 119 m • Maximum elevation: 243 m
Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via Lewis Trail in Weldon Spring Conservation Area
United States > Missouri > Saint Charles County
The Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via the Lewis Trail offers hikers a moderate, scenic route through a mix of wooded areas, creek beds, and elevated ridges, with remarkable views of the Missouri River and nearby Howell Island. As you follow the trail, you will encounter several overlooks, particularly from the…
Distance: 13.5 Km • Elevation gain: 245 m • Maximum elevation: 202 m
Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via Clark Trail in Weldon Spring Conservation Area
United States > Missouri > Saint Charles County
The Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via the Clark Trail offers a scenic hike with a variety of natural landscapes. As you traverse the loop, you'll encounter beautiful bluff views of the Missouri River, particularly as you reach the higher elevations along the trail. The route also passes through diverse…
Distance: 8.5 Km • Elevation gain: 162 m • Maximum elevation: 202 m
Mount Moosilauke Loop via South Peak in White Mountain National Forest
United States > New Hampshire > Grafton County > Woodstock
The Mount Moosilauke Loop offers a rewarding hiking experience with diverse terrains and stunning views throughout the journey. Hikers will traverse rocky paths through dense forest, with occasional views opening up to alpine landscapes as they approach the summit. At the top, panoramic vistas stretch across…
Distance: 11.9 Km • Elevation gain: 731 m • Maximum elevation: 1,458 m
Mount Lafayette Loop via Franconia Ridge Trail in White Mountain National Forest
United States > New Hampshire > Grafton County > Lincoln
The Mount Lafayette Loop is a challenging and rewarding hike, offering some of the most stunning views in the region. Starting at the Falling Waters Trail, the hike begins with a steep ascent through the forest, passing several picturesque waterfalls. The real highlight, however, comes as you reach the…
Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,118 m • Maximum elevation: 1,582 m
Rainbow Loop Trail in Rainbow Mountain Preserve
United States > Alabama > Madison County > Madison > Stone Ridge
The Rainbow Loop Trail offers a moderately challenging experience with a mix of rocky terrain, gentle inclines, and beautiful scenery. Hikers can enjoy sweeping views of Madison while descending into peaceful woodland areas, passing by multiple caves, springs, and diverse plant life along the way. The trail…
Distance: 2.5 Km • Elevation gain: 101 m • Maximum elevation: 340 m
Pinhoti Trail and Cave Creek Trail Loop via Hernandez Peak and McDill Point
United States > Alabama > Cleburne County
The Pinhoti Trail and Cave Creek Trail Loop offers a rewarding experience in Cheaha State Park, showcasing the beauty of the Talladega Mountains with striking vistas from McDill Point and Hernandez Peak. The trail winds through lush forests, offering peaceful creek crossings and the chance to witness wildlife,…
Distance: 11.2 Km • Elevation gain: 330 m • Maximum elevation: 702 m
Lonesome Lake Loop Trail in Franconia Notch State Park
United States > New Hampshire > Grafton County > Lincoln
The Lonesome Lake Loop Trail offers hikers a scenic escape, winding through dense forests and eventually opening up to serene lake views framed by the rugged peaks of Franconia Ridge. As you hike around the lake, boardwalks cross wetland areas, and the calming sounds of nature create a peaceful ambiance, with…
Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 309 m • Maximum elevation: 840 m
Haystack Mountain Trail in Green Mountain National Forest
United States > Vermont > Windham County > Wilmington
The Haystack Mountain Trail offers a moderately challenging route that leads hikers through a mix of hardwood and evergreen forests before reaching a scenic summit. From the top, the panoramic views extend over Deerfield Valley, Haystack Pond, Harriman Reservoir, and distant peaks like Mount Monadnock and…
Distance: 6.8 Km • Elevation gain: 295 m • Maximum elevation: 1,028 m
Blood Mountain via Byron Reece Trail and Appalachian Trail in Blood Mountain Wilderness
United States > Georgia > Union County
The hike to Blood Mountain offers a fantastic immersion into the serene beauty of North Georgia's mountainous landscape. Along the route, hikers are treated to dense, moss-filled forests, rocky outcrops, and breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, where one can gaze out over the Blue Ridge Mountains. The…
Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 429 m • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m
Amicalola Falls Loop via Creek Trail and East Ridge Trail in Amicalola Falls State Park
United States > Georgia > Dawson County > Amicalola
The Amicalola Falls Loop is a captivating hike offering a mix of natural beauty and a moderate challenge. Starting along a bubbling creek, the trail leads to the park's famed waterfall, with cascading views, lush surroundings, and 600 steps that ascend toward the falls' summit. Hikers can also enjoy…
Distance: 3.4 Km • Elevation gain: 265 m • Maximum elevation: 779 m
Indian Seats Loop Trail in Sawnee Mountain Nature Preserve Park
United States > Georgia > Forsyth County
The Indian Seats Loop Trail offers a remarkable hiking experience, combining natural beauty with a rich cultural history. As you ascend, you'll be rewarded with expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and on clear days, distant peaks like Yonah Mountain and Brasstown Bald become visible. At the summit,…
Distance: 5.6 Km • Elevation gain: 158 m • Maximum elevation: 496 m
Mount Yonah Trail in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
United States > Georgia > White County
The Mount Yonah Trail presents a rewarding hike for those prepared for a challenge. As you ascend through lush forests of hardwoods and pines, you’ll encounter rocky outcroppings and steep sections, with the ultimate payoff being breathtaking panoramic views from the summit. From here, hikers can enjoy…
Distance: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 477 m • Maximum elevation: 951 m
The Chin of Mount Mansfield via Sunset Ridge Trail in Underhill State Park
United States > Vermont > Chittenden County > Underhill
The Sunset Ridge Trail to the summit of Mount Mansfield provides a challenging and rewarding hiking experience, offering expansive views of Vermont’s landscape. As you ascend through dense forests and rocky stretches, the trail opens up to panoramic vistas, where you can catch sight of distant valleys and…
Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 801 m • Maximum elevation: 1,332 m
Sterling Pond Trail and Top of the Notch in Mount Mansfield State Forest
United States > Vermont > Lamoille County > Cambridge
The Sterling Pond Trail offers an engaging hike through a varied landscape. Along the way, hikers are treated to a rich diversity of plant life, especially as they pass into the cool, high-elevation spruce-fir forests. At Sterling Pond itself, the scenery is spectacular, with expansive views across the water…
Distance: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 284 m • Maximum elevation: 928 m
Mount Mansfield Loop via Maple Ridge Trail, Long Trail and Sunset Ridge Trail
United States > Vermont > Chittenden County > Underhill
The Mount Mansfield Loop provides a challenging but rewarding hike to the highest peak in Vermont. As you climb, the varied terrain offers rocky paths, steep ascents, and exposed ridgelines, culminating in breathtaking panoramic views of the Champlain Valley, the Adirondacks, and the Green Mountains. The…
Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 884 m • Maximum elevation: 1,332 m
Chimney Rock, Thurmont Vista, Blue Ridge Summit Vista, Hog Rock and Cunningham Falls Loop
United States > Maryland > Frederick County
This loop hike in Catoctin Mountain Park offers a dynamic journey through diverse terrain, highlighting Maryland’s scenic views and rock formations. Starting at Chimney Rock, hikers can enjoy panoramic views over the Piedmont and continue through forested trails to Wolf Rock and Thurmont Vista, where vistas…
Distance: 14.4 Km • Elevation gain: 492 m • Maximum elevation: 506 m