Trail guides, day hikes, backpacking routes, and national park adventures across the US.
2.4 miles (out-and-back) · 1,020 ft gain
Hanging Lake earns its slot in every Colorado bucket list with a payoff completely disproportionate to its 2.4-mile length. A turquoise travertine lake perched on a cliff face, fed by waterfalls that seem to pour out of solid rock. Here's everything you need to visit.
5.5 miles · 600 ft gain
Hidden deep in the woods of Maryland, Greenbrier Lake Loop offers 5.5 miles of classic American forest hiking along terrain that has shaped the regional character of outdoor recreation for generations. Located at Boonsboro, MD, the trail draws a mix of local regulars and out-of-state visitors who...
2.8 miles · 1000 ft gain
Shenandoah NP: Hawksbill Summit is one of Virginia's most rewarding hiking destinations, offering 2.8 miles of challenging terrain with 1000 feet of elevation gain through some of the region's most dramatic high-country scenery. The trailhead is located Luray, VA, making it accessible from nearby...
4.0 · 100 gain
Explore Lake Bistineau State Park Trail in Doyline, LA. A easy 4.0-mile loop through Louisiana's unique landscapes.
1.8 · 480 gain
Explore Cecret Lake Trail Alta in Alta, Utah. A easy 1.8-mile out-and-back trail with 480ft of elevation gain.
8.4 miles · 2000 ft gain
Mount Rogers Trail is one of Virginia's most rewarding hiking destinations, offering 8.4 miles of challenging terrain with 2000 feet of elevation gain through some of the region's most dramatic high-country scenery. The trailhead is located Damascus, VA, making it accessible from nearby towns and a
5.5 · 300 gain
Explore Fort Polk Recreation Trail in Leesville, LA. A moderate 5.5-mile loop through Louisiana's unique landscapes.
6.8 · 1800 gain
Explore Red Pine Lake Trail in Sandy, Utah. A moderate 6.8-mile out-and-back trail with 1800ft of elevation gain.
5.0 miles · 400 ft gain
Not every great trail needs to climb a mountain. Black Hill Regional Park Loop proves the point beautifully — a 5.0-mile loop through the kind of flat, expansive, wind-scoured landscape that has its own intense beauty, different in character from alpine scenery but no less compelling. Located at...
9.2 miles · 2415 ft gain
Old Rag Mountain Loop is one of Virginia's most rewarding hiking destinations, offering 9.2 miles of challenging terrain with 2415 feet of elevation gain through some of the region's most dramatic high-country scenery. The trailhead is located Sperryville, VA, making it accessible from nearby towns
4.0 · 100 gain
Explore Shreveport Spring Lake Trail in Shreveport, LA. A easy 4.0-mile loop through Louisiana's unique landscapes.
1.7 · 300 gain
Explore Donut Falls Trail Big Cottonwood in Brighton, Utah. A easy 1.7-mile out-and-back trail with 300ft of elevation gain.
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