United States
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El Paso, Texas
Hike the Lower and Upper Foothills Trails
8 mi / 500 ft gainHike both trails and enjoy some very good views of the Franklin Mountains and the abundance of wildflowers particularly at the end of the summer. In the fall, enjoy the many beautiful grasses. The trails are not too steep but long and are a pleasure to hike in sections. Bikers would not have any...Read more -
Williamsburg, Virginia
Bike Jamestown Island
5.1 mi / 45 ft gainThe trail is open to cyclists and pedestrians, but does share the road with some vehicle traffic. The speed limit is slow and often there is little traffic. There also is no parking at the actual trail head, so one must begin at the Visitor Center Parking lot. The trail will show off the natural ...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Silver Lake Reservoir Trail
4.02.18 mi / 79 ft gainSilver Lake Reservoir Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. This urban escape is used by people running, walking, and birding. The trail is stroller-friendly, so you may see parents along the trail with their younger fam...Read more -
Ocheyedan, Iowa
Hike up the Ocheyedan Mound
0.3 mi / 59 ft gainOnce thought to be the highest point in Iowa, the Ocheyedan Mound stands tall in the middle of prairie grasses and cornfields. Though it was surpassed by Hawkeye Point, it is still one of the highest points in Iowa. The trail is free to public and easy to park at. It is a mowed trail that has a p...Read more -
Church Hill, Tennessee
Laurel Run Trail
5.03.96 mi / 712 ft gainLaurel Run Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Church Hill, Tennessee.Read more -
Breckenridge, Colorado
Carter Park to Moonstone to Barney Ford Trail
5.04.2 mi / 873 ft gainThe Carter Park to Moonstone to Barney Ford Trail in Breckenridge, Colorado is a moderately challenging hiking route. Spanning approximately 4.2 miles, the trail offers a variety of terrain and elevation changes. The trail begins at Carter Park, ascending through a series of switchbacks before re...Read more -
Mount Judea, Arkansas
Owens Mountain Bluffs Trail
5.00.65 mi / 79 ft gainOwens Mountain Bluffs Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mount Judea, Arkansas.Read more -
Apache Junction, Arizona
Treasure Loop via Jacob's Crosscut Trail
3.78 mi / 620 ft gainStarting Treasure Loop from Jacob's Crosscut offers a slight variation on Treasure Loop as well as ~1.5 miles if you're looking for a little extra distance. This trail is dog friendly on-leash and is used by hikers and runners.Read more -
Redwood City, California
Whittemore Gulch and Purisima Creek Loop Trail
9.27 mi / 2165 ft gainThe Whittemore Gulch and Purisima Creek Loop Trail, nestled in the scenic Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve near Redwood City, California, is a popular choice for hikers looking for a moderately challenging yet rewarding experience. This 9-mile loop trail winds through lush redwood fo...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Yavapai Vista Trail
4.00.54 mi / 95 ft gainYavapai Vista Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Sedona, Arizona.Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Waterford Bridge
5.0The Waterford Gap bridge creates a picturesque view of the Eastern Sierra as it crosses over Mammoth Creek as part of the town loop and connects Majestic Pines Dr, which runs up to Eagle Lodge, with old Mammoth Road, which is a main road along the south and east edges of town. This is a great spo...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Lower Hackberry Canyon Trail
4.011.8 mi / 1716 ft gainLower Hackberry Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Kanab, Utah.Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Kayenta Trail to the Emerald Pools
2.36 mi / 1440 ft gainKayenta Trail to the Emerald Pools Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Springdale, Utah.Read more -
Mosca, Colorado
Sand Dunes Loop Trail
5.03 mi / 650 ft gainSand Dunes Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Mosca, Colorado.Read more -
Burnsville, North Carolina
Balsam Nature Trail to Mount Mitchell
5.00.94 mi / 92 ft gainBalsam Nature Trail to Mount Mitchell is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Burnsville, North Carolina.Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Moments in Time Trail
0.67 mi / 135 ft gainMoments in Time Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Port Angeles, Washington.Read more