United States
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Top Hiking Spots in and near United States
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Boulder, Wyoming
Cirque of the Towers to Fremont Trail Loop
23.66 mi / 3573 ft gainCirque of the Towers to Fremont Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Boulder, Wyoming.Read more -
Columbus, Ohio
Blendon Woods Loop
5.01.97 mi / 112 ft gainBlendon Woods Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Columbus, Ohio.Read more -
Cadiz, Kentucky
Kayak Energy Lake
Before going to the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area I had heard numerous people explain how peaceful and beautiful the area was, and how empty the lake was dependent on the season. These rave reviews called for a road trip and a 5 day stay in August, which fittingly happened in an...Read more -
San Antonio, Texas
Government Canyon Loop
12.73 mi / 1240 ft gainThe Government Loop is a ~12.75 mile trail that is great for intermediate-advanced hikers who want a longer loop. The trail winds through a beautiful forest and is shared with mountain bikers and trail runners. The trail is open year-round and allows dogs.Read more -
37.8962002590409,-79.0456008911133, Virginia
White Rock Falls Trail
4.52.82 mi / 558 ft gainWhite Rock Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Montebello, Virginia.Read more -
Union Springs, New York
Great Gully Falls Trail
1.63 mi / 164 ft gainGreat Gully Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Union Springs, New York.Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Brink of the Lower Falls Trail
5.00.79 mi / 279 ft gainThe Brink of the Lower Falls Trail is a short but steep hike in Yellowstone National Park that brings you face-to-face with the thundering power of the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River. At just under a mile round-trip, this trail descends to a dramatic overlook perched directly above the 30...Read more -
Houston, Texas
Hike Cullen Park Hike And Bike Trail
7.9 mi / 49 ft gainThe path is nicely paved along a mostly green, wooded area, making it a great spot for walkers, runners, and bikers. You’ll be provided with decent shade from the overhanging trees that offer relief from the hot Houston sun. You will also have the opportunity to admire small creeks, wildflowers, ...Read more -
Thonotosassa, Florida
River Rapids Nature Trail
5.01.72 mi / 144 ft gainEscape into wild Florida on the River Rapids Nature Trail just minutes from downtown Tampa at Hillsborough River State Park. After a delayed flight had me spending an unexpected night in the Tampa area, I was pleasantly surprised to roll into Hillsborough River's campground without a reservation...Read more -
El Paso, Texas
Hike the El Paso Tin Mine Trail
6.6 mi / 1023 ft gainStarted our hike from Chuck Heinrich park and entered the State Park. Hike along the Old Tin Mine Road to the junction of Scenic Road trail. There are many species of cacti and desert plants along the trail. Hiked up the side of the mountain to the site of the old tin mines. The climb is somewh...Read more -
Mariposa County, California
Hike Old Big Oak Flat Road
4.1 mi / 1070 ft gainOld Big Oak Flat Road used to be one of the main entries into Yosemite Valley, before HWY 120, 140 and 41. It was a dangerous road which had to be realigned, reconstructed and maintained continuously and was eventually closed in the 1940’s after a giant rockslide made it completely irreparable. T...Read more -
Gold Bar, Washington
Greider Lakes Trail
8.5 mi / 2054 ft gainGreider Lakes Trail is an approximately 8+ mile hike out-and-back from the trailhead, which is labeled after a long drive up a gravel road. First 2 miles are flat, next 3 are switchbacks up. Once you reach the first larger lake, keep going! The second one is also gorgeous. This is a beautiful hik...Read more -
Dorena, Oregon
Trestle Creek Falls Loop
5.03.65 mi / 1234 ft gainTrestle Creek Falls Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Dorena, Oregon.Read more -
Seney, Michigan
Log Slide Overlook
0.41 mi / 26 ft gainLog Slide Overlook on Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan's upper peninsula stands over 500ft above the water and provides stunning views of Lake Superior. Pictured Rocks is home to many beautiful waterfalls, hikes, cliffs and vistas, including Log Slide Overlook. This location is an o...Read more -
Crescent City, California
Drive Walker Road
5.03.74 mi / 702 ft gainWalker Road is one of the places where parts of Star Wars IV: A New Hope were filmed! It's a beautiful site in the Redwoods with an extra amount of huge, leafy ferns. Once you turn onto Walker Road, it's a quick drive through the redwood trees and ferns to the Smith River at the end. There are a...Read more -
Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Stamper's Branch Trail
3.37 mi / 781 ft gainStamper's Branch Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Mouth of Wilson, Virginia.Read more