United States

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  • Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

    Pitt Street Bridge

    0.77 mi / 30 ft gain
    The 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 ...
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  • Clackamas County, Oregon

    Little Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground

    3.42 mi / 338 ft gain
    Little Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Government Camp, Oregon.
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  • Pine Valley, Utah

    Whipple Trail

    11.56 mi / 3133 ft gain
    Whipple 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...
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Cahuenga Peak via Burbank Peak Trail

    2.23 mi / 719 ft gain
    Cahuenga Peak via Burbank Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Scottsdale, Arizona

    Jane Rau Trail

    0.6 mi / 72 ft gain
    The 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...
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  • Skykomish, Washington

    Lake Dorothy Trail

    6.97 mi / 1204 ft gain
    Get 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...
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  • Cougar, Washington

    June Lake

    2.47 mi / 0 ft gain
    June 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...
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  • Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

    I'On Village Walk

    1.98 mi / 89 ft gain
    I'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...
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  • Saugatuck, Michigan

    Tallmadge Woods and Crows Nest Loop

    2.1 mi / 303 ft gain
    Crows 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...
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  • Andover, Massachusetts

    Deer Jump Reservation Loop

    5.0
    2.09 mi / 171 ft gain
    Deer Jump Reservation Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Andover, Massachusetts.
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  • Marin County, California

    Mount Tamalpais via Matt Davis and Railroad Grade Trails

    5.0
    7.59 mi / 1939 ft gain
    Mount 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.
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  • Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Hike Pufferbelly Trail

    5.0
    1.8 mi / 22 ft gain
    The 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...
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  • East Nassau, New York

    Kinderhook Creek

    5.0
    1.62 mi / 308 ft gain
    Kinderhook Creek is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Stephentown, New York.
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  • Moab, Utah

    Hidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail

    5.0
    6.93 mi / 1066 ft gain
    Hidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Moab, Utah.
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  • Gales Creek, Oregon

    Storey Burn Loop

    4.0
    7.6 mi / 1775 ft gain
    The 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...
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  • Hickory, North Carolina

    Geitner Rotary Park Loop

    5.0
    2.65 mi / 354 ft gain
    Geitner Rotary Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Hickory, North Carolina.
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