United States

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Top Hiking Spots in and near United States

  • Chesapeake, Virginia

    Hike the Northwest River Park East Loop

    3 mi / 0 ft gain
    When arriving at the park drive to Parking Lot 4 to park, this will give you the closest access to the trail head. Start heading Southeast along the Molly Mitchell Trail and continue on it until you reach the Shuttle Trail and take a left. You will only remain on this trail for a very short segme...
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  • Brookings, South Dakota

    Dakota Nature Park Trail

    4.0
    1.72 mi / 46 ft gain
    Dakota Nature Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Brookings, South Dakota.
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  • Nashville, Indiana

    Climb Lilly Lookout at Brown County State Park

    / 75 ft gain
    Originally used as a wildfire outpost, Lilly Lookout was donated in 1942 and moved to the State Park to serve as a radio communications tower. It also serves as a public observation tower where visitors can climb most of the way up, though the booth at the top is usually locked. The tower is loc...
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  • Pacific Grove, California

    Spanish Bay Trail

    5.0
    2.9 mi / 108 ft gain
    The Spanish Bay Trail in California is an easy, 2.9-mile coastal path near Pebble Beach, ideal for all skill levels. This scenic trail runs alongside the Pacific Ocean, offering stunning views of the rocky shoreline, sandy dunes, and diverse wildlife.  Dog-friendly and accessible year-round, i...
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  • San Jose, California

    Alviso Slough Loop

    3.0
    8.76 mi / 256 ft gain
    This tranquil 20.6 acre park is open year round from 8am to sunset. It’s the gateway to the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. It is filled with boardwalks, trails, and all kinds of wildlife. I went here with the sole intent of catching a pretty sunset after a long week.  I g...
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  • Ticonderoga, New York

    Lost Pond

    3.85 mi / 463 ft gain
    From the parking area, follow the trail from the back of the parking area. Very quickly you will hike up to a trail register. The trail is mostly flat with a few inclines and is very well beaten. There are also yellow plastic trail markers to keep you on track. After 1.4 miles you'll reach the ju...
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  • Pequot Lakes, Minnesota

    Upgaard WMA Loop

    4.0
    1.83 mi / 157 ft gain
    Upgaard WMA Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Ideal, Minnesota.
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  • Wake Forest, North Carolina

    Blue Dot and Falls Lake Loop

    5.0
    0.93 mi / 102 ft gain
    Blue Dot and Falls Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Raleigh, North Carolina.
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  • Golden, Colorado

    Argos Trail & Magic Mountain Trail Loop

    5.0
    1.91 mi / 397 ft gain
    Argos Trail & Magic Mountain Trail Loop is a scenic loop that's great for stretching your legs in Apex Park near Golden Colorado. This trail is fun for the family (baby carrier needed for families with newborns) and for your pup (on-leash). NOTEOdd days of the month (1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.) are...
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  • Ithaca, New York

    Cascadilla Falls (9 falls)

    1.09 mi / 299 ft gain
    Cascadilla Falls (9 falls) is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ithaca, New York.
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  • Kingsport, Tennessee

    Bays Mountain Trail Loop

    5.0
    6.01 mi / 728 ft gain
    Bays Mountain Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Kingsport, Tennessee.
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  • Redding, California

    Flanagan and Chamise Peak Trail

    5.0
    4.64 mi / 906 ft gain
    The Flanagan Trail to Chamise Peak is a family-friendly hike with moderate slopes and excellent views. The trail winds through shaded woodland, offering glimpses of Shasta Dam, Lassen, and the Sacramento River. Though long, it’s manageable for all ages, with a bench halfway up and a picnic tabl...
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  • Seagoville, Texas

    Post Oak Trail

    3.0
    1.46 mi / 108 ft gain
    Post Oak Trail is a scenic 2.4-mile loop trail located in John C. Phelps Park in Seagoville, Texas, offering visitors a serene escape into native North Texas woodland. Named for the stately post oak trees that dominate the landscape, this trail provides an accessible nature experience just minu...
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  • Moose, Wyoming

    Teton Park Road

    5.0
    15.73 mi / 646 ft gain
    Teton Park Road Trail is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Moose, Wyoming.
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  • Alta, Wyoming

    Buck Mountain Summit

    8.24 mi / 4856 ft gain
    Start this ascent at the Death Canyon Trailhead in Grand Teton National Park, at 6807' elevation.  Allow for 12 hours.  In the first two miles, it is important to be mindful of bears.  Follow the trail for about 1/2 of a mile, and just before the third foot bridge, an unmarked use climbers' trail...
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  • Springfield, Oregon

    Dorris Ranch Loop Trail

    1.92 mi / 128 ft gain
    The Dorris Ranch Loop Trail is a scenic 2-mile pathway that winds through America's oldest working filbert (hazelnut) orchards and along the picturesque Willamette River in Springfield, Oregon. This family-friendly trail offers visitors a unique blend of agricultural heritage, natural beauty, a...
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