United States

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Top Hiking Spots in and near United States

  • El Paso, Texas

    South Franklin Mountain from Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive

    3.4 mi / 1 ft gain
    This trail is closed for restoration. Please visit the Texas.gov/state-parks website for updates.  South Franklin Mountain from Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive is an out and back hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near El Paso, TX.
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  • Denton, Montana

    Founders Hut

    9 mi / 1000 ft gain
    The American Prairie Reserve (APR) in northeast and central Montana is the largest conservation project in the Lower 48, and a work in progress.  It's an effort to acquire more than three million acres of land to create the largest wildlife reserve in the Continental US, as well as as an effort t...
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  • Pine Ridge, Kentucky

    Rough Trail to Hanson's Point

    5.0
    5.84 mi / 1099 ft gain
    The Rough Trail to Hanson’s Point is a challenging but rewarding hike in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge, offering a mix of rugged terrain and breathtaking views. Covering about 6 miles, this hike takes you through steep climbs, descents, and some unique geological features, including Hansen’s Point. ...
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  • Jasper, Georgia

    Mount Oglethorpe

    0.69 mi / 49 ft gain
    Mount Oglethorpe, located in Jasper, Georgia, offers a challenging hiking trail that spans approximately 0.69 miles. The trail is marked by a steady incline, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced hikers. The path is well-maintained and clearly marked, ensuring a safe journey for all hik...
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  • San Antonio, Texas

    Hike Bosque, Vern Del, Juniper Ridge And Main Trails Loop

    4.0
    2.6 mi / 357 ft gain
    Bosque, Vern Del, Juniper Ridge and Main Trails Loop is a 2.6 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near San Antonio, TX.
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  • Big Bear, California

    Alpine Pedal Path

    5.0
    5.08 mi / 292 ft gain
    Alpine Pedal Path is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Big Bear Lake, California.
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  • Wymola, Arizona

    Calloway Trail

    4.0
    1.08 mi / 312 ft gain
    We recently hiked the Calloway Trail at Picacho Peak State Park, and while it’s not as challenging as the Hunter Trail, it’s still a bit difficult, especially with rocky terrain. However, this trail was more manageable for our family, and all of our kids were able to complete it without needing t...
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  • Glacier County, Montana

    Ptarmigan Lake Trail

    8.78 mi / 1978 ft gain
    Ptarmigan Lake Trail is an 8.6 mile out and back hike that takes you by a waterfall located near Babb, Montana in Glacier National Park.
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  • Manlius, New York

    Three Falls Woods

    2.74 mi / 253 ft gain
    Three Falls Woods is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Manlius, New Yorkv.
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  • Niceville, Florida

    Rocky Bayou Campground

    1.32 mi / 112 ft gain
    Rocky Bayou Campground is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Niceville, Florida.
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  • Benton, Pennsylvania

    Sullivan Falls

    0.1 mi
    Sullivan Falls is a beautiful roughly 30 foot waterfall near Ricketts Glen State Park, but in State Game Lands Number 13. There is a large parking area with a huge stone labeled 'Sullivan Falls' and from the lot it is more of a short walk vs a hike back a trail to the top of the falls. However, t...
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  • Jasper, Alabama

    Clear Creek Bicycle Trail

    5.0
    3.77 mi / 420 ft gain
    Clear Creek Bicycle Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Jasper, Alabama.
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  • Sedona, Arizona

    Little Sugarloaf and Chimney Rock Loop

    5.0
    2.47 mi / 246 ft gain
    The Little Sugarloaf and Chimney Rock Loop in Sedona, Arizona, offers hikers stunning red rock vistas and panoramic city views. Ideal for an early morning adventure, this trail provides easy parking and quiet surroundings, with low crowds reported even around sunrise. The terrain is a mix of mode...
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  • Sebastopol, California

    Laguna de Santa Rosa Loop Trail

    4.9
    3.95 mi / 115 ft gain
    The Laguna de Santa Rosa Loop Trail offers an enchanting 3.95-mile nature experience just outside of downtown Sebastopol, California. This easy-to-moderate trail provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore the largest freshwater wetlands complex on the northern California coast, making...
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  • Malibu, California

    Reservoir Trail to East Meadow Trail Loop

    2.3 mi / 334 ft gain
    Reservoir Trail to East Meadow Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Malibu, California
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  • Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

    Trout Lake Loop

    5.0
    1.2 mi / 243 ft gain
    Trout Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
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