United States
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Top Hiking Spots in and near United States
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Clark County, Nevada
St. Thomas Ghost Town
2.03 mi / 91.21 ft gainOnce a thriving Mormon settlement in the 1860s, this quiet historic site now stands as a testament to resilience and change, where crumbling foundations and old stone walls sit amid open desert - making it a perfect stop for history buffs, explorers, and photographers alike. Adventure Type: Self...Read more -
Albany, Oregon
Oak Creek Greenbelt Trail
5.03.12 mi / 203 ft gainOak Creek Greenbelt Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Albany, Oregon.Read more -
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster County Central Park Loop
7.84 mi / 1058.4 ft gainLancaster County Central Park offers a richly woven network of over 13 miles of multi-use trails, including a prominent approximate 8.1-mile loop—often referred to as the Central Park Loop. This trail system meanders across diverse landscapes: wooded creek corridors, open meadows, rolling fields,...Read more -
Austin, Texas
Hike the Bull Creek Loop
4 mi / 100 ft gainPart park, part preserve, St. Edwards Park is not too well known, even among long time Austin residents. It's hidden away on old Spicewood Springs Road, beyond the Loop 360 boundary beyond which most people do not venture. The park consists of two parts, one park and one preserve. The portion of ...Read more -
San Francisco, California
Golden Gate Park Loop
6.32 mi / 482 ft gainGolden Gate Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you past some of the best sights of the park located in the heart of San Francisco, California. Starting in the Inner Sunset, you'll head out on the loop passing Stow Lake and continuing over Crossover drive into the Outer Richmond and Outer Sunset...Read more -
Breckenridge, Colorado
Quandary Peak via Blue Lakes
4.88 mi / 2516 ft gainQuandary Peak via Blue Lakes is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Blue River, Colorado.Read more -
Linn County, Oregon
Santiam Wagon Road to House Rock
4.61 mi / 768 ft gainDiscover the captivating Santiam Wagon Road to House Rock Trail, a historic 2.6-mile path following one of Oregon's most significant pioneer routes through the spectacular Willamette National Forest. This moderately challenging out-and-back trail connects travelers to the impressive House Rock fo...Read more -
Gustavus, Alaska
Hike the Forest Loop Trail
1 mi / 144 ft gainBenches line the trail, strategically placed at scenic viewpoints. The Forest Loop Trail is primarily used for hiking, and is best used from March to October. The trail features amazing wild flowers and is great for all skill levels. The trail can be accessed from the lodge or from south of the b...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
White Point Trail
4.01.36 mi / 236 ft gainWhite Point Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near San Pedro, California.Read more -
Eddyville, Kentucky
Lee S. Jones Multi Use Trail
3.5Lee S. Jones Multi Use Trail is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Eddyville, Kentucky.Read more -
Shingletown, California
Manzanita Lake Loop
4.01.88 mi / 121 ft gainManzanita Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.Read more -
Onamia, Minnesota
Hike the Minnesota Hiking Club Trail in Mille Lacs Kathio
3.2 miTucked away in the trees next to the popular Lake Mille Lacs and roughly 90 minutes from Minneapolis, MN, lies Mille Lacs Kathio State Park. Of great importance to the Native American tribes that originally inhabited the area, this park is a wooded oasis from the big city. With 35 miles of wood...Read more -
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Lake Lawson Loop Trail
3.01.5 mi / 305 ft gainLake Lawson Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Virginia Beach, Virginia.Read more -
Blairstown, New Jersey
White Lake
4.03.81 mi / 285 ft gainWhite Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hardwick Township, New Jersey. The White Lake Loop in New Jersey is a relatively easy 3.8-mile loop trail located near Hardwick Township. This trail offers a peaceful hike through wooded areas and around White Lake, with sceni...Read more -
Tuolumne Meadows, California
Sierra Point via Happy Isle
5.01.44 mi / 1007 ft gainThe unmaintained trail is initially hard to find if you’re not familiar with its location. Here are the instructions: From Happy Isle, start on the JMT trail heading towards Vernal Falls. Shortly after passing a sign indicating the start of the John Muir Trail, you'll come to another sign o...Read more -
Chambers, Arizona
Puerco Pueblo Trail
5.00.3 mi / 16 ft gainPuerco Pueblo Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona.Read more