United States

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  • Dorena, Oregon

    Brice Creek Trail

    5.0
    8.44 mi / 1453 ft gain
    Tucked into the western slopes of the Cascade Range, the Brice Creek Trail is a hidden gem in the Umpqua National Forest near Cottage Grove, Oregon. This scenic riverside hike offers cascading waterfalls, moss-covered trees, and crystal-clear swimming holes—all in a peaceful old-growth forest s...
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  • Alamogordo, New Mexico

    Dog Canyon Nature walk

    0.34 mi / 67.59 ft gain
    This State Park is close to the city of Alamagordo , NM. It has a nice creek with water flowing during the rainy season. The Dog Canyon hike is hard but offers great views of the canyon and the canyon walls. Superb views of the Sacramento Mountains. The historic Ranch House can  be visited during...
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  • Cheyenne, Wyoming

    Hike to the Chameleon

    4.5 mi
    Curt Gowdy State Park, one of the few southeast Wyoming hot spots, has a couple of hidden gems. One of the best is the “Chameleon,” ruler of Curt Gowdy State Park. To reach the Chameleon, head out on Crow Creek Trail, then loop back on Mo’ Rocka Trail. The trailhead is near the entrance of Curt G...
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  • San Marcos, Texas

    Hike Limbo, Dante, and Ripheus Loop

    2 mi / 98 ft gain
    The Limbo, Dante, and Ripheus Loop is a 2-mile loop hike in San Marcos, Texas found within the Purgatory Creek Green space. The trail is a filled with nature and is perfect for escaping the business of town. The trail is beautiful during the spring, with an abundance of wildflowers. It is mostly ...
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  • Boulder, Colorado

    Hogback Ridge Trail

    2.85 mi / 830 ft gain
    Hogback Ridge Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Manitou Springs, Colorado.
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  • Fort Collins, Colorado

    Horsetooth Reservoir North Foothills Trail

    2.64 mi / 295 ft gain
    Horsetooth Reservoir North Foothills Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Fort Collins, Colorado.
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  • Dahlonega, Georgia

    Lake Zwerner (aka Yahoola Creek Reservoir)

    5.0
    3.24 mi / 367 ft gain
    Lake Zwerner (aka Yahoola Creek Reservoir) is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Dahlonega, Georgia.
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  • Seattle, Washington

    Loop Trail - Discovery Park

    3.5 mi / 200 ft gain
    The Loop Trail in Discovery Park offers a nice respite from the city, with views of the Puget Sound, open fields and forest. Given it's a loop, there are a couple of different options to begin the hike. The most common is to park at the East Visitor Center Parking lot and take a short connector t...
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  • Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

    Cypress Grove Trail via South Shore Trail

    5.0
    1.72 mi / 121 ft gain
    Cypress Grove Trail via South Shore Trail is a family-friendly loop hiking trail located near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Along this hike in Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, you'll get a chance to see beautiful coastal views with rugged cliffs, views across Monterey Bay, and Cypress trees as...
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  • Noxon, Montana

    Saint Paul Lake Trail

    4.0
    6.8 mi / 1998 ft gain
    Saint Paul Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Noxon, Montana.
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  • Sandpoint, Idaho

    Moose Lake Trail

    5.0
    2.82 mi / 541 ft gain
    Moose Lake Trail is a scenic out-and-back hike in the Cabinet Mountains near Sandpoint, Idaho, offering a peaceful forested trek to a beautiful alpine lake nestled beneath rugged ridgelines. This family-friendly trail is ideal for hikers looking for a moderate day hike with rewarding views, c...
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  • Breckenridge, Colorado

    Minnie Mine Loop

    5.0
    1.49 mi / 161 ft gain
    The Minnie Mine Loop in Breckenridge, Colorado, is a 1.5-mile scenic hiking trail that combines rich mining history with breathtaking views. As hikers explore, they pass by remnants of historic mining sites, including old equipment and structures, which give insights into the area’s 19th-centur...
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  • Fort Collins, Colorado

    North Shield Pond Trail

    3.0
    1.54 mi / 43 ft gain
    North Shield Pond Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Fort Collins, Colorado.
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Peavine Peak Trail

    3.0
    8.89 mi / 2913 ft gain
    Peavine Peak Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.
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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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  • Altadena, California

    San Gabriel via Sam Merrill and Mount Lowe Trails

    17.55 mi / 5614 ft gain
    San Gabriel via Sam Merrill and Mount Lowe Trails is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Altadena, California.
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