Ridge trails

Starting at Canyon Meadow, this Redwood Regional Park loop follows the Stream Trail into the cool corridor of Redwood Creek, passing picnic clearings before entering the shaded coast-redwood forest that gives the park its character. Beyond the creekside section, the route climbs onto the French Trail,…

Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,394 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,526 ft

The Fortuna Mountain Loop Trail in Mission Trails Regional Park offers hikers expansive vistas of rolling hills and the vibrant San Diego cityscape. Along the route, the challenging ascent up South Fortuna's wooden steps, often dubbed the "Stairway to Heaven," provides both a physical test and rewarding…

Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,371 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,266 ft

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 797 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,473 ft

From the Alum Cave Trailhead on Newfound Gap Road, this demanding Mount LeConte route climbs through shaded old-growth forest beside Alum Cave Creek and mountain streams before passing through Arch Rock. Beyond the rock passage, the trail steepens toward Alum Cave Bluffs, a dramatic overhanging cliff rather…

Distance: 10.8 mi • Elevation gain: 3,848 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

The hike to Cecret Lake via the Upper Albion Meadows Trail offers a peaceful journey through colorful wildflower meadows, leading to a serene alpine lake surrounded by striking rocky cliffs. As you ascend, you’ll be treated to views of Albion Basin, where vibrant summer wildflowers and the chance to spot…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,194 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,875 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 Macbride Waterfall and Coralville Lake Loop offers a scenic and varied hike that weaves through forested paths and along the shores of Coralville Lake. With views of the lake nearly always in sight, the trail offers both quiet wooded sections and open stretches near the water, making it ideal for spotting…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 217 ft • Maximum elevation: 820 ft

Golden Ears Provincial Park. #Hiking #GoldenEars

Distance: 5.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,070 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,428 ft

Starting from Dennytown Road in Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park, the Catfish Loop Trail briefly follows the Appalachian Trail before entering quiet Hudson Highlands woodland shaped by mountain laurel, old stone walls, small streams and wetland pockets. The route then moves through rock-strewn ridge…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 446 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,004 ft

From Sunrise in Yakima Park, the route climbs through open subalpine meadows onto Sourdough Ridge, with Mount Rainier and the Burroughs Mountain area gradually opening behind and beside the path. Near Frozen Lake, the trail leaves the busier junction area and continues onto the Mount Fremont Lookout Trail,…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,214 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,156 ft

From the South Kaibab Trailhead near Yaki Point, the route drops into the Grand Canyon on an open ridgeline, passing Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point and The Tipoff, with broad views over the South Rim cliffs, the Tonto Platform and the deepening corridor of the Colorado River. It then descends…

Distance: 19.0 mi • Elevation gain: 8,694 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,221 ft

The Mount Mansfield Loop provides a challenging but rewarding hike to the highest peak in Vermont. As you climb, the varied terrain offers rocky paths, steep ascents, and exposed ridgelines, culminating in breathtaking panoramic views of the Champlain Valley, the Adirondacks, and the Green Mountains. The…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,370 ft

The South Kaibab Trail offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon, with expansive vistas that reveal the rugged terrain of the canyon’s depths. As you descend, you'll pass several key points like Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point and O'Neill Butte, where the landscape opens up to…

Distance: 14.9 mi • Elevation gain: 6,378 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,224 ft

Starting from the Whitewater Creek side of the East Palisades unit, this loop follows the wooded bank of the Chattahoochee River upstream, passing rocky river edges, small islands, and open views across the water. At the northern end of the route, the path reaches the Bamboo Forest, a distinctive riverside…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 666 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,017 ft

The Sunset Ridge Trail to the summit of Mount Mansfield provides a challenging and rewarding hiking experience, offering expansive views of Vermont’s landscape. As you ascend through dense forests and rocky stretches, the trail opens up to panoramic vistas, where you can catch sight of distant valleys and…

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,628 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,370 ft

Starting at the Tuxedo Park and Ride above the Ramapo Valley, the route climbs out of Southfields on the Wildcat Mountain Trail, passes the wooded shoulder of Wildcat Mountain, and threads a quiet ridge corridor between Harriman State Park and Sterling Forest State Park before bending toward Townsend Trail and…

Distance: 12.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,415 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,073 ft

The Chestnut Ridge Trail offers a moderately challenging hike through a stunning and diverse natural environment. As you traverse the trail, you'll experience a transition from newer growth forests to mature upland hardwoods, with rock outcroppings providing scenic views, especially of Hogback Mountain. Along…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,112 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,453 ft

The Trans-Catalina Trail begins in Avalon, leaving the island’s lively harbor town to climb into the dry, rugged interior of Santa Catalina Island. The route passes Haypress Reservoir and Cape Canyon Reservoir before entering the Black Jack backcountry and continuing toward Catalina Airport, often known as…

Distance: 38.7 mi • Elevation gain: 9,272 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,742 ft

Kanaka Creek Regional Park. #Hiking #Loop #KanakaCreek

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 148 ft • Maximum elevation: 299 ft

Starting from Chantry Flat, the Gabrielino Trail slips from the shaded ridge above Big Santa Anita Canyon into a classic Angeles National Forest corridor of wooded slopes, creekside cabins and canyon-bottom shade. The route passes the lower canyon junctions, Cascade Picnic Area and Spruce Grove Trail Camp…

Distance: 27.6 mi • Elevation gain: 7,736 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,662 ft

From Skyline Gate, the loop first follows West Ridge Trail along the higher western edge of Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, with evergreen woodland, chaparral openings, and views over the forested Redwood Creek basin. It then turns onto French Trail, crossing the quieter interior slopes past side-trail…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,129 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,335 ft

Starting from the Waterville Valley Ski Area parking area in White Mountain National Forest, the route follows the Mount Tecumseh Trail into mixed mountain forest, staying close to the Tecumseh Brook corridor before crossing the brook and climbing away from the ski slopes. The ascent becomes rockier and more…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 2,188 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,924 ft

Starting near East Overlook Terrace and South Hidden Canyon Road in Anaheim Hills, this Weir Canyon Trail Loop enters the Weir Canyon side of Santiago Oaks Regional Park and climbs along open slopes where coastal sage scrub, grassland, and rolling foothill scenery frame the start of the hike. After the upper…

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

Starting from the Idyllwild side near Tahquitz View Drive, the Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail climbs gently through shaded pine, oak, cedar and manzanita forest on the lower slopes of the San Jacinto Mountains. The route passes granite boulders and seasonal drainages before opening occasional views across…

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 935 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,450 ft

Starting from Canyon Drive in Griffith Park, the route enters Brush Canyon on the broad Brush Canyon Trail, leaving the Bronson Canyon area behind as it rises through open chaparral, dry ravine scenery, and the wooded-looking folds of the Hollywood Hills. Higher up, the trail bends across the hillside to meet…

Distance: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,447 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,634 ft

From the Auxier Ridge trailhead, the loop first slips into forest on the Double Arch side, passing sandstone walls, hemlocks and magnolias before reaching the broad overlook beneath Double Arch, with views opening toward the rock country of Red River Gorge. The route then links through Auxier Branch, where…

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 942 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,296 ft

The hike to Camp Muir via the Skyline Trail and Muir Snowfield in Mount Rainier National Park offers a breathtaking journey through vibrant wildflower meadows, rocky terrain, and expansive snowfields. As you ascend, views of nearby volcanic peaks, hanging glaciers, and ridges like Tatoosh open up, making each…

Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,678 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,046 ft

From Grand Canyon Village, the route drops into the canyon on the Bright Angel Trail, following shaded switchbacks beneath layered cliffs before reaching the greener corridor of Havasupai Gardens and the drainage of Garden Creek. It then continues toward Pipe Creek Beach, where the landscape opens into the…

Distance: 15.7 mi • Elevation gain: 8,015 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,224 ft

From Stratton Forest Heights, the route joins Cresta Trail and Ponderosa Trail through Stratton Open Space’s foothill scrub and scattered pines. It follows Ponderosa past Arroyo Grande to Ridge Trail, reaching the South Suburban Reservoir area. The walk then rounds the reservoir setting before returning…

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 285 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,522 ft

Starting at Crabtree Falls, the route climbs the switchbacking Crabtree Falls Trail beside Crabtree Creek, passing a succession of cascades, rock ledges, forested slopes and valley overlooks before reaching the quieter upper creek area near Crabtree Meadows. It then continues through a more remote mountain…

Distance: 9.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,953 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,012 ft

From the South Kaibab Trailhead, this rim-to-river route immediately commits to one of the Grand Canyon’s most open and scenic descents, following a ridgeline where the canyon unfolds in wide layers of buttes, cliffs and side canyons. The trail passes Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point and The Tipoff…

Distance: 16.9 mi • Elevation gain: 7,359 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,221 ft

The Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via the Clark Trail offers a scenic hike with a variety of natural landscapes. As you traverse the loop, you'll encounter beautiful bluff views of the Missouri River, particularly as you reach the higher elevations along the trail. The route also passes through diverse…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 531 ft • Maximum elevation: 663 ft

Route traversing Vision Quest Ridge to Vision Quest Ridge Peak, then traversing to Epiphany Peak, Bright Star Peak, then back to the trailhead

Distance: 20.9 mi • Elevation gain: 11,913 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,619 ft

From Yaki Point, the route commits at once to the exposed descent of the South Kaibab Trail, a dramatic ridgeline path known for wide, open views and very little shade or water. It first reaches Ooh Aah Point, where the canyon opens suddenly in every direction, then continues through the sculpted upper…

Distance: 18.7 mi • Elevation gain: 7,523 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,274 ft

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

Crystal Cove State Park’s loop starts near the El Moro coastal entrance, crosses into Moro Canyon, and follows a sheltered inland corridor shaped by seasonal Moro Creek, riparian woodland, coastal sage scrub, and the rugged slopes of the San Joaquin Hills. The hike then climbs toward the higher backcountry…

Distance: 9.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,302 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,030 ft

The Pinhoti Trail and Cave Creek Trail Loop offers a rewarding experience in Cheaha State Park, showcasing the beauty of the Talladega Mountains with striking vistas from McDill Point and Hernandez Peak. The trail winds through lush forests, offering peaceful creek crossings and the chance to witness wildlife,…

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,083 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,303 ft

The Lewis & Clark Loop Trail via the Lewis Trail offers hikers a moderate, scenic route through a mix of wooded areas, creek beds, and elevated ridges, with remarkable views of the Missouri River and nearby Howell Island. As you follow the trail, you will encounter several overlooks, particularly from the…

Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 804 ft • Maximum elevation: 663 ft

The loop hike along Fort DeRussy, Rock Creek, and Pulpit Rock offers a blend of historical intrigue and natural beauty. As you traverse the Valley Trail and Western Ridge Trail, you’ll encounter diverse wildlife, vibrant foliage, and the soothing sounds of Rock Creek, which meanders through the park. The…

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 541 ft • Maximum elevation: 335 ft

The Graveyard Fields Loop Trail offers hikers an immersive journey through diverse landscapes, leading to two picturesque waterfalls. As you traverse the trail, you’ll pass through open meadows and lush forests, with sections of boardwalks that cross over wild blueberry patches during the summer months​.…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 466 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,318 ft

The Lake Isabelle, Long Lake, and Brainard Lake Loop in Colorado's Indian Peaks Wilderness offers hikers a journey through diverse landscapes, including wildflower meadows, subalpine forests, and mountain vistas. Along the trail, one can observe Long Lake and Lake Isabelle, both set against a backdrop of…

Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 781 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,955 ft

The Double Arch Loop offers hikers a memorable journey through some of the region's most striking natural features. As you traverse the Auxier Ridge, expect to be treated to sweeping views of the Red River Gorge, with expansive vistas over rocky outcrops, lush valleys, and iconic rock formations like Double…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,007 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,296 ft

Starting from Glen Campground, this loop leaves the quiet backcountry camp area on the Glen Trail, crossing wooded ridges, small drainages, coastal scrub and open grassy slopes before bending westward toward the exposed Pacific side of Point Reyes National Seashore. The route then follows the Coast Trail…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,138 ft • Maximum elevation: 804 ft

Starting near Little Stony Point and Cold Spring, the Bull Hill Short Loop climbs from the Washburn Trailhead through woods toward the old quarry and early Hudson River viewpoints. The route then follows the Undercliff Trail across the shoulder of Bull Hill, passing rock outcrops with views over the Hudson…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,230 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,109 ft

The Hawksbill Trail in Linville Gorge offers a rewarding hiking experience that begins with a gradual climb through a forested path lined with rhododendron and hardwood trees. As you ascend, the trail becomes steeper and rockier, with the final stretch requiring a bit of a scramble before reaching the summit.…

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 696 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft

From the South Kaibab Trailhead, this rim-to-rim hike drops from the South Rim into the open canyon on the South Kaibab Trail, passing Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point and Tipoff Shelter before reaching the Kaibab Suspension Bridge, the Colorado River and the Bright Angel area near Phantom Ranch. The…

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

#Hiking #Loop #Dandenong

Distance: 11.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,917 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,024 ft

Loop hike from Franconia Notch via Falling Waters Trail, Stairs Falls, Swiftwater Falls, Cloudland Falls, Little Haystack Mountain, Franconia Ridge Trail, Mount Lincoln, Mount Lafayette, Greenleaf Trail, Greenleaf Hut and Old Bridle Path in the Franconia Notch State Park and the White Mountain National Forest.…

Distance: 8.1 mi • Elevation gain: 3,760 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,190 ft

The Sterling Pond Trail offers an engaging hike through a varied landscape. Along the way, hikers are treated to a rich diversity of plant life, especially as they pass into the cool, high-elevation spruce-fir forests. At Sterling Pond itself, the scenery is spectacular, with expansive views across the water…

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 932 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,045 ft

Mount Pilchuck Trail begins from the forest road trailhead and climbs through evergreen woodland, crossing small drainages before entering steeper, rockier alpine terrain on the mountain’s upper slopes. The route then bends across open talus and exposed ridgeline terrain toward the Mount Pilchuck summit,…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,218 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,246 ft

Golden Ears Provincial Park. #Hiking #Loop #GoldenEars

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 400 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,004 ft

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 62 ft • Maximum elevation: 666 ft

Starting near the northern gateway of the Presidential Range, this traverse climbs from the forests of the White Mountain National Forest to the exposed ridgeline of Mount Madison, then continues over the rugged summits of Mount Adams and Mount Jefferson, with wide views across the Great Gulf and the…

Distance: 20.1 mi • Elevation gain: 8,350 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,270 ft

Distance: 8.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,372 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,860 ft

Hike from Hurricane Ridge to Klahhane Ridge via Big Meadow Natural Trail, Cirque Rim Nature Trail, High Ridge Nature Trail, Sunrise Viewpoint, Hurricane Ridge to Switchback Trail, Switchback Trail and Klahhane Ridge Trail in the Olympic National Park and the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,612 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,024 ft

Starting near Hodenpyl Dam Pond, the Manistee River Loop heads onto the North Country National Scenic Trail, following the wooded western side of the valley through hardwood forest, quiet ridges, and backcountry stretches above the Big Manistee River toward the Red Bridge area. From Red Bridge, the route…

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

Cypress Provincial Park. #Hiking #Loop #Strachan #Cypress

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,129 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,656 ft

From the Zion Canyon floor near the Virgin River, the Angels Landing route follows the West Rim Trail away from The Grotto, climbing quickly above the cottonwoods and canyon walls with widening views toward landmarks such as The Organ, the Great White Throne, and the surrounding sandstone cliffs of Zion…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,513 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,515 ft

The Skyline Trail is a challenging loop hike that rewards adventurous visitors with sweeping views of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains, lush forests, glimpses of the Mountain Fork River below and even a hidden waterfall nestled in the forest. The trail leads hikers through rocky paths, forested ridges, and…

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,476 ft • Maximum elevation: 863 ft

The Monkey Face Loop offers a remarkable adventure through Smith Rock State Park, showcasing sweeping panoramas of towering rock formations and the winding Crooked River. Hikers are treated to dramatic views from the summit of Misery Ridge, where the valley below unfolds in all its rugged beauty, with the…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,841 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,304 ft

Starting from the Darlington side of Ramapo Valley County Reservation, this loop follows Vista Spur Trail toward the Ramapo River before joining Pond Loop Trail beside Scarlet Oak Pond. The route soon leaves the water on Vista Loop, climbing through the forest to Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge, where open rock…

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,719 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,152 ft

#Hiking #Loop #Durham

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 387 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,312 ft

The Triple Falls and High Falls Trails in Dupont State Recreational Forest offer hikers a scenic journey through lush forests, leading to the impressive Triple Falls—a three-tiered cascade featured in films like "The Hunger Games"—and culminating at the majestic High Falls, a 150-foot waterfall that slides…

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 358 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,500 ft

Algonquin Provincial Park. #Hiking #Loop #Coon #Algonquin

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,109 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,768 ft

Cypress Provincial Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Ski #Loop #Cypress

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,102 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,953 ft

From the Box Canyon Road area, this loop enters the open desert of the Mecca Hills Wilderness, where sandy tracks cross low ridges, dry washes, and eroded badlands. The route follows the Meccacopia and Little Box Canyon trail corridors through a quiet landscape shaped by folded rock, pale slopes, and sparse…

Distance: 10.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,335 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,184 ft

Starting from the Overlook Mountain Trail trailhead, the route climbs steadily through Overlook Mountain Wild Forest on a broad forest track, passing mixed Catskill woodland and the slopes above Mount Guardian. Higher on the route, the path reaches the atmospheric Overlook Mountain House ruins, then continues…

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

Starting from the Painted Canyon trailhead, this loop enters the sandy wash of Big Painted Canyon, where the Mecca Hills reveal pale badland slopes, narrow walls and desert vegetation typical of the wilderness. The route then turns into Ladder Canyon, climbing through a tighter slot-like passage with rock…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,073 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,335 ft

Strathcona Provincial Park. #Hiking #GH #Schjelderup #Strathcona

Distance: 12.9 mi • Elevation gain: 5,856 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,643 ft

#Hiking #Elbow #Forgetmenot

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 3,176 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,631 ft

Scrambling, mountain, peak

Distance: 7.8 mi • Elevation gain: 4,908 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,510 ft

The Catawba Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through Pisgah National Forest, guiding hikers along a gentle riverside path rich with historic stonework, lush vegetation, and streams that punctuate the quiet, wooded landscape. About halfway up, hikers encounter a historic dam that forms a small waterfall,…

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 673 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,280 ft

The Lime Kiln Loop Trail offers hikers a scenic route with a mix of rugged terrain, steady inclines, and forested ridges. Along the way, you'll encounter historical remnants, including an old limestone kiln from the area's industrial past, as well as natural highlights like streams and small waterfalls, which…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 390 ft • Maximum elevation: 797 ft

Glacier National Park. #Hiking #Glacier

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 3,428 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,480 ft

Distance: 15.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,247 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,129 ft

Cypress Creek. Yew Lake. Cypress Provincial Park. #Hiking #Running #Loop #Cypress

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 646 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,373 ft

The Lost Mine Trail offers a stunning, accessible hike that is packed with unforgettable views. The trail winds through diverse scenery, starting with a gradual ascent through forested areas before revealing breathtaking vistas over Juniper Canyon as you reach the saddle point. The final climb leads you…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,204 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,814 ft

Cypress Provincial Park. #Hiking #Loop #Cypress

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,499 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,950 ft

The Bear Canyon Trail to Seven Falls offers hikers a captivating journey through the Sonoran Desert's diverse landscapes. Along the path alongside Bear Creek, you'll encounter towering saguaros stand sentinel amidst a variety of cacti, navigate through rocky terrains and ascend gentle inclines, all leading to…

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,142 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,442 ft

The Mount Ida Trail offers a rewarding hike along the Continental Divide. Beginning near Poudre Lake, the route transitions from serene subalpine forests to expansive alpine tundra, revealing stunning vistas of the Never Summer Mountains and distant peaks like Longs Peak. The final stretch to the summit, while…

Distance: 9.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,736 ft • Maximum elevation: 12,841 ft

The Saratoga Gap and Ridge Trails Loop in Castle Rock State Park offers hikers a diverse journey through lush forests, interspersed with striking sandstone formations like Goat Rock. As the trail ascends, it unveils panoramic vistas of the San Lorenzo Valley, with distant glimpses of Monterey Bay and the Santa…

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,332 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,054 ft

The Green Mountain hike via Gregory Canyon and Ranger Trails offers a moderately challenging journey through varied terrain, with sweeping views of the Boulder Valley and surrounding peaks. Hikers will experience a mix of shaded forest paths, rocky ridgelines, and open meadows, culminating in panoramic vistas…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 2,208 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,035 ft

The Old Rag Mountain Loop offers one of the most iconic and challenging hiking experiences in Shenandoah National Park, featuring rocky scrambles, expansive views, and a rewarding sense of accomplishment. Hikers are treated to panoramic vistas from the summit, where the rugged Blue Ridge Mountains unfold in…

Distance: 9.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,470 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,248 ft

Distance: 6.4 mi • Elevation gain: 906 ft • Maximum elevation: 535 ft

The Crabtree Falls Loop Trail, situated along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina, offers hikers a journey through a lush hardwood forest, leading to the base of a picturesque 70-foot cascade. Along the trail, one can observe diverse flora, including wildflowers in early summer and ferns near the…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 525 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,766 ft

Starting at Glen Nevis Lower Falls, this anticlockwise Ring of Steall climb rises from the Water of Nevis onto the pale quartzite slopes of Sgùrr a’ Mhàim, where the view opens across Glen Nevis, Ben Nevis and the Mamores. The route then follows the high ridge over The Devil’s Ridge and Sgòr an Iubhair…

Distance: 11.6 mi • Elevation gain: 5,400 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,573 ft

Spray Valley Provincial Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Loop #SprayValley

Distance: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,070 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,992 ft

Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #PeterLougheed

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,506 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,818 ft

Distance: 26.9 mi • Elevation gain: 945 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,060 ft

The hike to Rattlesnake Mountain offers a captivating journey through both dense forests and exposed ridges. The first stretch to the ledge provides stunning views of the Rattlesnake Lake and surrounding peaks like Mount Si and Mailbox Peak, while ascending further on the mountain trail leads to quieter spots…

Distance: 9.9 mi • Elevation gain: 3,202 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,448 ft

The West Ridge, French, and Stream Trails Loop in Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park offers hikers a serene journey through towering coast redwoods, providing ample shade and a tranquil atmosphere. As you navigate the well-marked paths, you'll encounter diverse flora, including ferns and wildflowers, and may spot…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,319 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,342 ft

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 213 ft • Maximum elevation: 955 ft

Loop hike from Crystal Lake Campground to South Mount Hawkins, Sadie Hawkins and Middle Hawkins via Windy Gap Trail, Hawkins Ridge Trail, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) / Silver Mocasin Trail and Windy Gap in the San Gabriel Wilderness and the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest…

Distance: 11.4 mi • Elevation gain: 3,845 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,432 ft

Hike from Chapel Pond to Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge via Ridge Trail, Ridge Lookout, Giant Washbowl, Roaring Brook Trail, East Trail and Giant East Slide Lookout in the Giant Mountain Wilderness and Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #Park #Wilderness

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,383 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,551 ft

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 213 ft • Maximum elevation: 410 ft

This trail runs the ridgeline of the Rokeby Hills Bushland Reserve. Starting at the end of Mayfair Crt enter the reserve and head straight up to the top of Kuynah reserve. From here there are blue markers(arrows) to keep users on the primary ridgeline track which is also the fire trail along the reserve. The…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 397 ft • Maximum elevation: 509 ft

The Hawksbill Loop Trail in Shenandoah National Park offers hikers a journey through lush forests and rocky terrains, culminating at the park's highest peak, Hawksbill Summit. From the summit's viewing platform, one can enjoy panoramic vistas of the Shenandoah Valley, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the Virginia…

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 732 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,993 ft

The Bull Hill Short Loop via the Undercliff Trail in Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve offers hikers captivating vistas of the Hudson River, with clear views of Storm King Mountain and Breakneck Ridge. Along the trail, remnants of the historic Cornish Estate provide a glimpse into the area's past. The path…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,227 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,109 ft

The Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite offers hikers a rewarding, strenuous challenge with breathtaking views throughout. As you ascend, the landscape transforms from lush forest to open granite ridgelines, with expansive vistas of Tenaya Lake and the iconic Half Dome in the distance. The final approach to the…

Distance: 12.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,864 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,813 ft

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 587 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,096 ft