United States
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Pitt Street Bridge
0.77 mi / 30 ft gainThe Pitt Street Bridge Trail, is a scenic and easy 0.8-mile out-and-back path in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Once the main crossing between Mount Pleasant and Sullivan’s Island, this historic bridge now offers an inviting space for birding, fishing, road biking, and leisurely walks. There is ...Read more -
Clackamas County, Oregon
Little Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground
3.42 mi / 338 ft gainLittle Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Government Camp, Oregon.Read more -
Pine Valley, Utah
Whipple Trail
11.56 mi / 3133 ft gainWhipple Trail is an 11.6-mile out-and-back hike. You'll hike switchbacks and climb elevation to a valley in the Pine Valley Mountains. With the distance and elevation gain, this can be a challenging hike. For the first 2 miles, you climb close to 900 ft in elevation, but it’s absolutely stunnin...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Cahuenga Peak via Burbank Peak Trail
2.23 mi / 719 ft gainCahuenga Peak via Burbank Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Scottsdale, Arizona
Jane Rau Trail
0.6 mi / 72 ft gainThe Jane Rau Trail stands as a gateway to the Sonoran Desert's rich ecosystem within Arizona's McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This accessible 0.5-mile loop serves as an interpretive nature trail, honoring Jane Rau, a dedicated conservationist who played a pivotal role in preserving these lands. Wheth...Read more -
Skykomish, Washington
Lake Dorothy Trail
6.97 mi / 1204 ft gainGet out of town and into the wild with this easy hike. Starting out fast you feel the solitude as soon as you turn off Highway 2 towards Money Creek Campground with a little under 10 miles of dirt road that winds through old forest growth. As you proceed and get closer to the trailhead the pothol...Read more -
Cougar, Washington
June Lake
2.47 mi / 0 ft gainJune Lake, is a beautiful mountain lake located in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington. The out-and-back trail starts at the June Lake Trailhead and parking area. This hike is family-friendly at just under 2.5 miles to June Lake. Dogs are permitted on the trail on their leash. This park...Read more -
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
I'On Village Walk
1.98 mi / 89 ft gainI'On Village Walk is a scenic 2-mile loop trail in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, ideal for an easy 36-minute walk in a peaceful setting. Open year-round, the trail invites visitors to enjoy views of lakes, marshes, and charming neighborhood landscapes with minimal crowds. This trail is dog-frie...Read more -
Saugatuck, Michigan
Tallmadge Woods and Crows Nest Loop
2.1 mi / 303 ft gainCrows Nest Loop is a quiet hike on publicly accessible land. It takes you along dunes that hover above the Kalamazoo River. The loop leads you to an overlook with views of Ox-Bow Lagoon and Lake Michigan. This loop is suitable for all levels and is about a 2.1 mile hike. The trailhead can be tr...Read more -
Andover, Massachusetts
Deer Jump Reservation Loop
5.02.09 mi / 171 ft gainDeer Jump Reservation Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Andover, Massachusetts.Read more -
Marin County, California
Mount Tamalpais via Matt Davis and Railroad Grade Trails
5.07.59 mi / 1939 ft gainMount Tamalpais via Matt Davis and Railroad Grade Trails is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Mill Valley, California.Read more -
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Hike Pufferbelly Trail
5.01.8 mi / 22 ft gainThe Pufferbelly Trail in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a popular hiking destination known for its well-maintained paths and diverse scenery. Spanning 1.8 miles, the trail offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, providing hikers with a variety of views and terrains. The trail is relatively flat, mak...Read more -
East Nassau, New York
Kinderhook Creek
5.01.62 mi / 308 ft gainKinderhook Creek is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Stephentown, New York.Read more -
Moab, Utah
Hidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail
5.06.93 mi / 1066 ft gainHidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Moab, Utah.Read more -
Gales Creek, Oregon
Storey Burn Loop
4.07.6 mi / 1775 ft gainThe Storey Burn Loop in the Tillamook State Forest offers a dynamic trail experience for hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners looking to explore the lush beauty of Oregon’s coastal foothills. Located just off Highway 6 between Portland and Tillamook, this scenic loop features a mix of fores...Read more -
Hickory, North Carolina
Geitner Rotary Park Loop
5.02.65 mi / 354 ft gainGeitner Rotary Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hickory, North Carolina.Read more