Trail guides, day hikes, backpacking routes, and national park adventures across the US.
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5.4 miles (out-and-back) · 1,488 ft gain
Angels Landing is one of the most iconic — and most nerve-wracking — hikes in the American Southwest. Chains bolted into sandstone are all that stand between you and 1,488 feet of air. Here's everything you need to know.
4.7 miles (out-and-back) · 605 ft gain
The Bear Lake Loop is one of the most accessible and rewarding hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. At just 4.7 miles with minimal elevation gain, it's the perfect introduction to Colorado alpine scenery.
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