United States

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  • Nathrop, Colorado

    Browns Creek Falls via Wagon Loop Trail

    5.55 mi / 1136.48 ft gain
    This scenic route to Browns Creek Falls is a standout mountain-day-hike in the Colorado Rockies—moderate in length, strong on payoff, and rich in variety. Starting from a forested trailhead, you’ll climb through pine and aspen forest, follow Browns Creek, and eventually arrive at a dramatic, ye...
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  • Page, Arizona

    Big Lake Sand Cave

    0.81 mi / 135.83 ft gain
    This short but fun trail starts right from Roam America and takes you straight into the desert toward one of the most unique spots in Page, Arizona -- the Big Lake Sand Cave! The hike is easy to follow but don’t underestimate it, parts of the trail are soft desert sand, which can make the walk a ...
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  • Rougemont, North Carolina

    Ridge Trail to North River Trail

    5.0
    3.55 mi / 331 ft gain
    Ridge Trail to North River Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Rougemont, North Carolina.
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  • Manitou Springs, Colorado

    Palmer Trail (Section 16)

    5.0
    5.51 mi / 1352 ft gain
    Palmer Trail (Section 16) is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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  • Sedona, Arizona

    North Wilson Mountain Trail

    9.88 mi / 2815 ft gain
    The North Wilson Mountain Trail, beginning at the Encinoso Picnic area just 3.4 miles north of the southern Wilson Mountain trailhead, offers hikers a unique approach to Sedona's iconic Wilson Mountain summit. This lesser-known route provides stunning views of Oak Creek Canyon and the Dry Creek...
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  • Lake Elsinore, California

    San Mateo Peak via Morgan Trailhead

    5.0
    4.47 mi / 784 ft gain
    San Mateo Peak, standing at an elevation of 3,591 feet, is the highest summit in the Elsinore Mountains, a subrange of the Santa Ana Mountains in Southern California. The peak offers hikers panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes and is accessible via the Morgan Trail. Hours of Operation...
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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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  • Lakefield, Minnesota

    Kilen Woods State Park

    5.0
    2.9 mi / 285 ft gain
    Kilen Woods State Park is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Jackson, Minnesota.
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  • Sedona, Arizona

    First Bench of Wilson Mountain

    5.9 mi / 1814 ft gain
    The First Bench of Wilson Mountain hike in Sedona, Arizona, offers adventurers a moderately challenging route with rewarding views. Known for its steady elevation gain, this hike winds through forested areas and open stretches, providing a diverse experience with varied terrain. Along the way, ...
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  • Sioux City, Iowa

    Hike Bacon Creek Trail

    5.0
    2.8 mi / 147 ft gain
    Bacon Creek Trail is a 2.8 mile loop hike that is good for all skill levels located in Bacon Creek Park near Sioux City, Iowa. This loop hike is relatively easy with minimal elevation gain and a good one for the whole family. The trail is well-marked and partially paved.Keep an eye out as there a...
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  • North Sioux City, South Dakota

    Adams Nature Preserve Loop

    4.0
    7.69 mi / 364 ft gain
    Adams Nature Preserve Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near North Sioux City, South Dakota.
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  • Chapel Hill, North Carolina

    Lower Booker Creek Trail

    1.66 mi / 147.64 ft gain
    One of the many Greenway trails in Chapel Hill. Dog friendly but no stations with bags or trash cans; so, come prepared with your own if you bring the dogs along! Its mostly shaded with the initial stretch from Eastgate Crossing shopping area being out in the open. The full trail is concrete ke...
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  • Scotts Valley, California

    Lodato Loop Trail

    5.0
    1.24 mi / 315 ft gain
    Lodato Loop Trail is a loop trail that is moderately difficult located near Scotts Valley, California.
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  • Sequatchie, Tennessee

    Denny Cove Waterfall Trail

    5.0
    2.52 mi / 325 ft gain
    Denny Cove Waterfall Trail: Tennessee's Hidden Cascade Denny Cove Waterfall Trail is a 2.7-mile out-and-back trail leading to a stunning 70-foot seasonal waterfall tucked away in South Cumberland State Park near Jasper, Tennessee. This moderately challenging hike features beautiful creek views, ...
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  • Reynoldsburg, Ohio

    Blacklick Woods Canopy Walk

    5.0
    0.2 mi
    The Blacklick Woods Canopy Walk in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, offers visitors a unique, elevated perspective of one of Central Ohio’s oldest and most scenic forests. Located within Blacklick Woods Metro Park, this accessible boardwalk allows you to walk among the treetops and immerse yourself in the bea...
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  • Desert Hot Springs, California

    Mission Creek Trail

    15.33 mi / 1594 ft gain
    Mission Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Whitewater, California.
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