Overlook trails

The hike to Blood Mountain via the Byron Herbert Reece Trail and Appalachian Trail offers a dynamic journey through lush forest canopies, rocky outcrops, and sweeping summit views. The route begins with a steady ascent through a valley lined with rhododendrons, ferns, and moss-covered boulders, eventually…

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,411 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,390 ft

Hike to Overlook Mountain via Overlook Summit Trail in the Overlook Mountain Wild Forest and the Catskill Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,414 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,094 ft

Loop hike along the Hudson River via Long Path, Shore Trail, Peanut Leap Cascade, Giant Stairs, Blue and white Trail, State Line Lookout and Border Monument in the Palisades Interstate Park. #Hiking #Loop #River #Nature #Forest #Park #Falls #Overlook

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,283 ft • Maximum elevation: 538 ft

The Endless Wall Loop Trail leading to Diamond Point Overlook offers a delightful escape into nature, showcasing the stunning landscapes of the New River Gorge. As you meander through lush forests and along cliff edges, you’ll encounter breathtaking views of the river far below, with the towering sandstone…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 440 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,939 ft

The Camel’s Hump Loop offers hikers a rewarding climb through dense forests, rugged alpine terrain, and open summit views. Starting on the Forest City Trail, hikers pass remnants of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp before joining the Long Trail, where views open up to showcase Vermont’s high peaks, the…

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,293 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,012 ft

The Mount Lafayette Loop is a challenging and rewarding hike, offering some of the most stunning views in the region. Starting at the Falling Waters Trail, the hike begins with a steep ascent through the forest, passing several picturesque waterfalls. The real highlight, however, comes as you reach the…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 3,668 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,190 ft

The Pyramid Peak Trail in Eldorado National Forest offers a challenging and rewarding hike, leading to impressive views of the surrounding wilderness. Along the route, hikers encounter a mix of alpine terrain, including meadows, ponds, and the dramatic rock formations typical of the Sierra Nevada. The trail's…

Distance: 6.4 mi • Elevation gain: 3,944 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,957 ft

The route to Castle Peak in Tahoe National Forest offers a scenic and moderate challenge for hikers, with expansive views of the Sierra Nevada's rugged terrain. The trail weaves through a mixture of rocky ridgelines, alpine meadows, and forested paths, revealing picturesque vistas of distant peaks such as…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,986 ft

This trail to Tom LaBonge Panorama offers a moderately challenging hike in Griffith Park, winding through scenic vistas with views of Mount Hollywood, Taco Peak, and the iconic Hollywood Sign. The trail provides a rewarding panoramic perspective of Los Angeles, including landmarks like the Griffith Park Old…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,512 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,568 ft

The Mount Pilchuck Trail offers hikers a challenging yet rewarding adventure through the forests and rocky terrain of Washington's Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. As you ascend, you'll experience a variety of landscapes, including dense old-growth forest, boulder fields, and expansive alpine meadows,…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,178 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,249 ft

The Faraway Rock Loop via Mazama Ridge Trail offers a peaceful yet rewarding hike through Mount Rainier National Park, where hikers are treated to expansive views of the surrounding wilderness. The route meanders through vibrant wildflower meadows in the summer, with stunning sights of Mount Rainier, the…

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,352 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,784 ft

The Fiery Furnace Loop Trail in Arches National Park offers a thrilling, self-navigated journey through a maze of towering sandstone fins, narrow canyons, and hidden arches such as Skull Arch, Kissing Turtle Arch, and Surprise Arch. The landscape demands both physical agility and careful navigation, with…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 509 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,954 ft

The Dog Mountain Loop Trail in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area offers hikers a stunning combination of vibrant wildflower fields, expansive views of the gorge, and dramatic mountain landscapes. As you ascend the trail, you'll be treated to panoramic vistas of the Columbia River and surrounding…

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 2,802 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,913 ft

Hiking from Canyon Drive via Brush Canyon and Mulholland Trails in Griffith Park offers an immersive journey through the natural landscapes leading up to the iconic Hollywood Sign perched on Mount Lee. Along the trail, hikers are treated to panoramic vistas of Los Angeles, including sights of the Griffith…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,417 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,634 ft

Hiking the Mist Trail to Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park offers an exhilarating journey through some of the park's most iconic landscapes. As you ascend, you'll first encounter the mesmerizing Vernal Fall, with its cascading waters often creating vibrant rainbows in the mist. Continuing upward, the trail…

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,480 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,007 ft

This Sleeping Giant Loop offers a fantastic blend of scenic vistas and engaging terrain. As hikers ascend, they are treated to breathtaking views from various overlooks, where on clear days, the expanse stretches all the way to Long Island Sound. The trail features rocky scrambles that add a thrilling element…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 768 ft • Maximum elevation: 705 ft

Hunter-West Kill Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,205 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,019 ft

Eldorado Canyon State Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,040 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,818 ft

Overlook Mountain Wild Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,424 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,094 ft

Zion National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Zion

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 791 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,318 ft

Loop hike to Weston Lake Overlook via Boardwalk Loop in the Congaree National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Nature #Lake #Park

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 52 ft • Maximum elevation: 141 ft

Loop hike through Weir Canyon Regional Park. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature #Park

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 499 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,211 ft

Hike to Canyon Overlook in the Zion National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Mountain #Nature #Zion

Distance: 0.5 mi • Elevation gain: 220 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,312 ft

Hike from the Virgin River to the Watchman Overlook by the Watchman Trail in the Zion National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Canyon #River #Nature #Park #Zion

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 945 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,449 ft

Hike from South Kaibab Trailhead to North Kaibab Trailhead via Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point, Tipoff Shelter, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, Colorado River, Bright Angel Site, Phantom Ranch Village, Bright Angel Creek, Cotonwood Campground and Coconino Overlook in the Grand Canyon National Park.…

Distance: 20.8 mi • Elevation gain: 9,423 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,258 ft

Hike from North Kaibab Trailhead to Bright Angel Trailhead via Coconino Overlook, Cotonwood Campground, Bright Angel Creek, Phantom Ranch Village, Bright Angel Site, River Trail, Colorado River, Bright Angel Suspension Bridge, Pipe Creek, Garden Creek, Havasupai Gardens Campground and Mary Jane Coulter Lookout…

Distance: 23.4 mi • Elevation gain: 9,196 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,258 ft

Hike to Lake Hodges Overlook via Way Up Trail, Escondido Overlook and Olivenhain Reservoir in the Eflin Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Nature #Forest

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,132 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,273 ft

Hike on West Rim Trail to Hermit's Rest Point From Grand Canyon Village via Trailview Overlook, Maricopa Point, Powel Point, Hopi Point, Mohave Point, The Abyss and Pima Point in the Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Mountain #Nature #Park #Forest

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,530 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,067 ft

Loop hike to Dead Horse Point via East Rim Trail and West Rim Trail in the Dead Horse Point State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Mountain #Nature #Park

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,415 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,027 ft

Loop hike from Grant Grove Village to Sequoia Lake via Sunset Trail, Ella Falls, Dead Giant Loop Trail, Sequoia Lake Overlook, North Grove Trail, Centennial Stump, General Grant Tree, Tennessee Tree, Michigan Tree and South Boundary Trail in the Kings Canyon National Park and the Giant Sequoia National Forest.…

Distance: 10.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,110 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,637 ft

Loop hike via Starved Rock, French Canyon, Lovers Leap Overlook, Eagle Cliff Overlook, Wildcat Canyon Waterfall and Sandstone Point Overlook in the Starved Rock State Park along the Illinois River. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #Nature #River #Forest #Park #Fall

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 482 ft • Maximum elevation: 587 ft

Hike to King's Bluff Overlook via Park Road and King's Bluff Trail in the Great River Bluffs State Park and the King's and Queen's Bluffs Scientific and Natural Area. #Hiking #Nature #Forest #River #Park

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 361 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,289 ft

Loop hike from Alameda Creek to Vista Grande via Flag Hill, Cave Rocks Road, Eagle View Road, Vista Grande Overlook, Vista, Vista Grande Road, High Valley Road and Hayfield Road in the Sunol Regional Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 7.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,880 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,841 ft

Loop hike around the Waterfall Glenn Forest Preserve via Waterfall Glenn Main Trail, Des Plaines River Scenic Overlook and Sawmill Creek Waterfall. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Nature #Fall #River #Park

Distance: 10.0 mi • Elevation gain: 338 ft • Maximum elevation: 764 ft

Loop hike via Devil's Garden Trail, Pine Tree Arch Trail, Tunnel Arch Viewpoint, Pine Tree Arch Viewpoint, Devil's Garden Primitive Trail Loop, Private Arch Trail, Dark Angel Trail, Dark Viewpoint, Double O Arch Trail, Black Arch Overlook Trail, Navajo Arch Trail, Partition Arch Trail and Landscape Arch…

Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,381 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,515 ft

Loop hike from Zabriskie Point via Badlands Loop, Gower Gulch Trail, Golden Canyon Trail and 360 Viewpoint in the Death Valley National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Rock #Canyon #Desert #Park #Overlook

Distance: 7.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,634 ft • Maximum elevation: 669 ft

Loop hike from Hodenpyl Dam Pond to Red Bridge via North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT), Manistee River Trail and Stagle Creek Overlook in the Manistee National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #River #Nature #Forest #Lake #Dam #Overlook

Distance: 20.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,287 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,132 ft

Hike to Mount Umunhum via Mount Umunhum Trail and Guadalupe Creek Overlook in the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,077 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,432 ft

Hike from Hickman Bridge Trailhead to Navajo Knobs via Hickman Bridge Trail, Nels Johnson Natural Bridge, Hickman Bridge, Rim Overlook Trail, Hickman Bridge Overlook, Rim Overlook and Navajo Knobs Trail in the Capitol Reef National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Rock #Canyon #Park #Rim #Overlook

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,172 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,916 ft

Loop hike through Griffith Park via Bronson Caves Trail, The Tiffany & Co. Foundation Overlook and Western Canyon Road. #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest #Mountain #Overlook

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 928 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,175 ft

Hike on the Lower Cathedral Valley Overlook Route in the Capitol Reef National Park. #Hiking #Overlook #Nature #Rock #Desert #Park

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 157 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,968 ft

Loop hike from Sedona to Chicken Point via Bell Rock Pathway, Little Horse Trail and Broken Arrow Trail in the Coconino National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Overlook #Rock #Forest

Distance: 6.4 mi • Elevation gain: 728 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,626 ft

Hike from Wire Pass Trailhead to Buckskin Gulch via Wire Pass Trail, Wire Pass Slot Canyon, Buckskin Gulch Trail, Buckskin Overlook and Upper Buckskin Gulch Trail in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness. #Hiking #Nature #Canyon #Desert #Overlook…

Distance: 10.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,250 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,875 ft

Hike to Skeleton Point via South Kaibab Trail, Ooh Aah Point and Cedar Ridge in the Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Park #Nature #Mountain #Rock #Overlook

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 896 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,228 ft

Loop hike from Paradise to Panorama Point via Relief Map of Mount Rainier, Skyline Trail, Dead Horse Creek Trail, Glacier Vista Trail, Glacier Vista, Upper Skyline Trail, Golden Gate Trail, Golden Gate Falls and Myrtle Falls Viewpoint in the Mount Rainier National Park and the Paradise Park. #Hiking #Loop…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,759 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,044 ft

Hike from Yosemite Lodge via Upper Yosemite Fall Trail, Columbia Rock, Oh My Gosh Point and Yosemite Point in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Falls #Overlook #Nature #Forest #Rock #Yosemite #Park

Distance: 9.3 mi • Elevation gain: 7,995 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,031 ft

Hike from Zion Lodge to Emerald Pools and Angels Landing via Virgin River, Lower Emerald Pool Trail, Lower Emerald Pool, Upper Emerald Pool, Kayenta Trail, West Rim Trail and Angels Landing Trail in the Zion Canyon and the Zion National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #River #Rock #Park #Zion #Nature #Overlook

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,861 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,538 ft

Loop hike around Vallemar via Mori Ridge Trail, Sweeney Ridge Trail, Baquiano Trail, Castle Hill, Farallones View Trail, Rockaway Beach, Bluff Trail, Headlands Trail, The Point and Timigtac Trail in the San Francisco Peninsula Watershed, the Mori Point and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA).…

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,837 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,230 ft

Loop hike in the Arches National Park via Devil's Garden Trail, Landscape Arch Viewpoint, Navajo Arch Trail, Partition Arch Trail, Black Arch Overlook, Double O Arch Trail, Private Arch Trail, Pine Tree Arch Trail and Pine Tree Arch Viewpoint. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Rock #Park #Mountain #Overlook #Desert

Distance: 6.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,010 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,505 ft

Hike from Echo Lake to Upper Echo Lake and Lower Echo Lake via Echo Pass Viewpoint and Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) in the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. #Hiking #Lake #Mountain #Nature #Forest #PCT #Overlook

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 896 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,635 ft

Hike from Lake Hollywood to Griffith Observatory via Burbank Peak Trail, Burbank Peak, Aileen Getty Ridge Trail, Cathuenga Peak, Hugh Hefner Overlook, Mount Lee, Hollywood Sign, Mount Lee Drive, Mulholland Trail, Mount Hollywood Drive and West Observatory Road in the Griffith Park. #Hiking #Hollywood #Nature…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,621 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,729 ft

Hike to Vista Verde Viewpoint above the Rio Grande via Vista Verde Trail in the Rio Grande Gorge and the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. #Hiking #River #Overlook #Nature

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 272 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,348 ft

Loop hike to Hunter Mountain via Lane Road, Becker Hollow Trail, Yellow Connector Trail, Hunter Mountain Fire Tower, Hunter Mountain Trail, Yellow Side Trail and Hunter Mountain Overlook in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness and the Catskill Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 2,257 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,019 ft

Hike from Kipahulu Visitors Center to Makahiku Falls and Waimoku Falls via Pīpīwai Trail, Makahiku Overlook, Banyan Tree, Bamboo Forest, Kūloa Point Trail and Seven Sacred Pools in the Haleakalā National Park on Maui Island. #Hiking #Falls #Nature #Forest #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Island #Hawaii #Park #River

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,089 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,096 ft

Hike from Logan Pass to Grinnell Glacier Overlook via Highline Trail, Haystack Pass, Garden Wall Trail and Granite Park Trail in the Glacier National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Glacier #Overlook #Park

Distance: 14.1 mi • Elevation gain: 3,399 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,562 ft

Loop hike from The Peoles' Crossing to Anemone Point and Reflection Point via Red Rocks Trail, Anemone Loop Trail and Red Rocks Spur Trail in the Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Park #Overlook

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,102 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,362 ft

Hike from Linville Gorge Parking to Linville Falls via Erwin's View Trail, Upper Falls Overlook, Chimney View, Gorge View, Erwin's View Outlook, Linville Falls Trail, Linville River, Plunge Basin Trail, Plunge Basin Overlook and Plunge Basin in the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Pisgah National Forest. #Hiking…

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,355 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,343 ft

Loop hike in Lost Maples State Natural Area via East Trail, The Grotto, Birds Eye View, Can Creek and Lost Maples State Dam. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Mountain #Overlook #River #Park

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 633 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,254 ft

Loop hike from Welcombe to Hartland via Dyer's Lookout, Blackpool, St Nectan's Church, Stoke, Milford, Elmscott, Hardisworthy and South Hole in the North Devon National Landscape. #Hiking #Loop #Coast #Sea #Atlantic #Ocean #Nature #Countryside #Cliffs #Overlook

Distance: 15.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,759 ft • Maximum elevation: 545 ft

Loop hike on Wilson Mountain via Wilson Mountain Trail, Sedona Overlook and Canyon Overlook in the Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Overlook #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 6.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,371 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,014 ft

Loop hike via Covington Loop Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Joshua #Park #Overlook #Nature

Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 994 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,112 ft

Loop hike above North Lake and South Lake via North Mountain, Escarpment Trail, Newmans Ledge, Lookout Rock, Sunset Rock, Mountain House Trail, Catskill Mountain House Site, South Mountain and Schutt Road in the Windham-Blackhead Range Wilderness, the Kaaterskill Wild Forest and the Catskill Park. #Hiking…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,099 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,612 ft

Wilderness hike via Tesuque Creek Trail, Santa Fe Lake, Skyline Trail, Deception Peak, Lake Peak, Penitente Peak, Winsor Trail and Vista Grande Overlook in the Pecos Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Wilderness #Mountain #Forest #Lake

Distance: 16.9 mi • Elevation gain: 4,705 ft • Maximum elevation: 12,323 ft

The Railroad Tunnel Trail offers a unique blend of history and stunning scenery. As you walk along this well-maintained path, you'll traverse five tunnels that were once part of the railroad used for the dam's construction, all while enjoying panoramic views of Lake Mead and the surrounding desert landscape.…

Distance: 9.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,624 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,709 ft

Hiking the Fairy Falls Trail to the Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook offers a lovely journey through Yellowstone's stunning landscape, with the final climb leading to breathtaking views of the vibrant hot spring below. It’s a rewarding experience that beautifully showcases the park's unique geothermal…

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 167 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,375 ft

The Stairway to Heaven Trail in Wawayanda State Park offers a rewarding hike through woodlands and open fields, culminating at the Pinwheel Vista, where expansive views of the surrounding mountains and valleys await. #Hiking #Forest #Nature #Overlook

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 846 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,273 ft

Loop hike along Potomac River in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. #Hiking #River #Loop #Waterfall

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 308 ft • Maximum elevation: 180 ft

The Jenny Lake Loop Trail offers a wonderful hiking experience, with breathtaking views of the Teton Range and Jenny Lake itself. While the loop around the lake is relatively flat, taking the short detours to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point adds a bit of elevation and leads to some truly stunning vistas.…

Distance: 8.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,158 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,372 ft

This loop hike is a delightful escape that beautifully combines stunning ocean views with charming paths. Inland, the path winds through picturesque overlooks like EB Scripps Overlook, West Overlook and Yucca Point, offering jaw-dropping ocean views. On the Beach, you'll have the chance to stroll on the sandy…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 495 ft • Maximum elevation: 335 ft

The Hidden Lake Trail is a stunning, short hike that offers a rewarding mix of alpine scenery and wildlife. The trail starts at Logan Pass, winding through breathtaking meadows known as the Hanging Gardens, where you'll be treated to wildflowers in the summer and the sight of towering peaks like Bearhat…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 577 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,172 ft

The hike to Hidden Lake is a delightful adventure filled with breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife! As you trek through lush meadows adorned with wildflowers, you'll be treated to panoramic views of majestic peaks, including the iconic Bearhat Mountain and the sparkling Hidden Lake below. Keep your eyes…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,470 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,182 ft

The Mount Healy Overlook Trail offers a spectacular adventure filled with stunning views and invigorating climbs. As you hike through lush spruce forests, the trail leads you to rocky overlooks where you can feast your eyes on the vast expanse of the Nenana Valley and even catch a glimpse of Denali on clear…

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,755 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,491 ft

Hiking the Exit Glacier Overlook and Glacier View Loop is a breathtaking experience that immerses you in stunning glacial landscapes. Along the well-marked trails, you'll enjoy views of the shimmering blue ice of Exit Glacier, vibrant wildflowers, and the diverse local fauna, with the opportunity to spot…

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 463 ft • Maximum elevation: 820 ft

Loop hike in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve #Hiking #Loop #Beach #Ocean #Overlook

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 538 ft • Maximum elevation: 338 ft

Hike to Mailbox Peak in Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 10.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,216 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,731 ft

Hike to Mission Peak via Hidden Valley Trail in Mission Peak Regional Preserve #Hiking #Mountain #Overlook

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,100 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,474 ft

Hiking the Flattop Mountain offers a satisfying adventure with stunning panoramic views. The trail, though short, is steep and can be quite challenging as you approach the summit, where some scrambling is required, making it both physically and technically engaging. Along the way, you'll enjoy the scenic…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,332 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,514 ft

Hiking the Raven Rocks offers a rewarding mix of challenge and stunning scenery. The rocky terrain demands careful footing, especially on descents and ascents, making it a workout for even seasoned hikers. Upon reaching the overlook, you’re treated to breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley and distant…

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,339 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,224 ft

The La Luz Trail is a breathtaking journey that transforms from high desert landscapes to lush pine forests as you ascend toward Sandia Peak. Hikers are treated to stunning panoramic views of Albuquerque and the surrounding mountains, especially near the scenic overlook, where wildflowers add a splash of color…

Distance: 15.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,698 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,299 ft

The loop hike on Castle Rock Trail and Grandview Rim Trail offers stunning views of the gorge and its dramatic sandstone cliffs. As you wind through the forest, you'll encounter breathtaking overlooks, especially near the Grandview Overlook, where you can take in the scenic horseshoe bend of the New River…

Distance: 1.0 mi • Elevation gain: 312 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,497 ft

The Grandview Rim Trail leading to Turkey Spur Rock offers a truly rewarding hike in New River Gorge National Park. Starting at the Main Overlook, the trail winds through lush forests and along the rim of the gorge, providing frequent stops to admire breathtaking views of the deep river valley below. The…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 492 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,500 ft

Hike to Heybrook Lookout in Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 840 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,663 ft

Overlook Mountain Wild Forest #Hiking #Mountain #Overlook #Forest

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,434 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,094 ft

The West Rim Loop Trail at Cloudland Canyon State Park offers hikers breathtaking vistas of the expansive canyon, with its rugged cliffs and dense forests. As the trail meanders along the canyon's edge, it provides multiple overlooks that showcase the park's diverse landscapes, including panoramic views of the…

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,063 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,913 ft

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park #Hiking #Loop #River #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,598 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,444 ft

The Endless Wall Trail to Diamond Point Overlook offers a breathtaking journey through lush forests, past cascading streams, and along dramatic cliff edges. As you hike, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the New River Gorge, where the majestic river flows far below and the vibrant landscape unfolds…

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 289 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,821 ft

The Maryland Heights Loop offers a truly delightful hiking experience. As you ascend, you're treated to breathtaking views of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, framed by the lush colors of nature. The trail, rich in Civil War history, meanders past the remnants of the historic Stone Fort, inviting you to…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,667 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,444 ft

The hike to Maryland Heights via the Naval Battery and Overlook Cliff Trail offers a delightful blend of breathtaking views and rich history. As you ascend, you’ll encounter remnants of Civil War fortifications, which serve as a poignant reminder of the area’s past, while the stunning panoramas of the…

Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,171 ft • Maximum elevation: 968 ft

The Old Man's Cave and Naturalist Cabin Loop offers a delightful hiking experience in Hocking Hills State Park, characterized by its stunning rock formations, lush greenery, and a series of picturesque waterfalls. As you traverse the trail, you'll encounter significant landmarks like Devil’s Bathtub and the…

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 43 ft • Maximum elevation: 915 ft

Via Alum Cave Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park #Hiking #Mountain #Cliff #Overlook #Forest

Distance: 12.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,032 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Via Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Rock #Overlook

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 738 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,993 ft

Via Dirty Harry's Peak Trail in Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,568 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,582 ft

Via Mossy Cave Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park #Hiking #Canyon #Rock #Arch #Forest #Waterfall #Overlook

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 210 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,982 ft

The Pine Grove Trail and Ledges Trail Loop from Kendall Lake offers a delightful blend of scenic views and diverse landscapes. Hikers will traverse through lush forests filled with towering pines and hemlocks, and experience striking rock formations, particularly at the Ledges Overlook, which provides a…

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 331 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,037 ft

The Gorge Overlook Trail and Buckeye Trail Loop, starting from Old Man's Cave, offers a scenic journey through Hocking Hills State Park, showcasing its diverse geological features and lush landscapes. Hikers will encounter impressive sandstone cliffs, picturesque waterfalls such as Cedar Falls and Whispering…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 548 ft • Maximum elevation: 948 ft

The Ledges Loop Trail offers a captivating hiking experience characterized by towering sandstone cliffs and lush hardwood forests. Along the trail, you'll encounter unique geological features, including intriguing rock formations with honeycomb-like patterns, as well as vibrant wildlife such as chipmunks and…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 144 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,053 ft

The Boardwalk Loop and Weston Lake Overlook offer a captivating journey through an old-growth forest, showcasing magnificent bald cypress trees and the distinctive "knees" that rise from the waterlogged soil. Along the route, visitors may observe a rich variety of wildlife, including turtles and diverse bird…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 59 ft • Maximum elevation: 141 ft

The Goat Rock Viewpoint Loop offers hikers a relatively short but rewarding trek through dense forests. Along the route, you can enjoy views of unique rock formations, particularly the novaculite outcrops, as well as sweeping vistas of the Ouachita Mountains. The highlight of the trail is the overlook, where…

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 367 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,060 ft

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Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,371 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,770 ft

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Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 3,799 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,844 ft