Shoreline trails

From the Pebble Beach Equestrian Center, the Green Loop offers a broad circuit through Del Monte Forest, passing wooded hills and canyon-like forest areas before reaching Spanish Bay, dunes, rocky Pacific shoreline, Bird Rock Park, and the golf-course edges on the way back. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Cost #Pacific…

Distance: 10.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,017 ft • Maximum elevation: 686 ft

From Mattole Beach, the Lost Coast Trail begins on an open Pacific shoreline where sand, dunes, driftwood and low coastal vegetation lead south toward Windy Point, the Punta Gorda Light area, Cooskie Creek and Randall Creek, with the King Range rising close behind the beach and giving the route its remote,…

Distance: 26.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,356 ft • Maximum elevation: 174 ft

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 39 ft • Maximum elevation: 646 ft

Starting near the Sugar Pine boat-ramp area, this anti-clockwise loop follows the Joshua M. Hardt Memorial Trail along the eastern shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, with broad lake views, wooded slopes and the quiet backdrop of Tahoe National Forest. The route then rounds the northern coves and inlets, passing…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 528 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,717 ft

From the Lake Granby side, this traverse begins near Monarch Lake and follows the Cascade Creek corridor into the Indian Peaks Wilderness, passing forested shoreline, Arapaho Pass Trail junction, Buchanan Creek, Cascade Creek, and waterfall-lined sections of the valley. Beyond the Cascade Creek basin, the…

Distance: 20.4 mi • Elevation gain: 6,581 ft • Maximum elevation: 12,546 ft

The Beehive Trail, Gorham Mountain Trail, and Ocean Path Loop in Acadia National Park offer a diverse and rewarding hiking experience. Starting with the Beehive Trail, hikers ascend a steep path equipped with iron rungs, leading to panoramic views of Sand Beach and the surrounding coastline. Continuing along…

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 814 ft • Maximum elevation: 492 ft

Starting at Brighton Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon, the loop leaves the ski-area base and climbs into the Brighton Lakes corridor, crossing open slopes, conifer patches, and a stream-fed drainage on the way toward Lake Mary. Beyond the dam and shoreline of Lake Mary, the route continues into a higher alpine…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,224 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,957 ft

Starting from the Sly Park Road access, this counter-clockwise route begins along the south shore of Jenkinson Lake, passing the Sly Park Saddle Dam and Sly Park Dam before joining the named Jenkinson Lake Loop. The trail then follows the quieter wooded side of the lake, weaving around small coves and…

Distance: 8.1 mi • Elevation gain: 958 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,622 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 at the Five Lakes Trailhead near Alpine Meadows Road, the route follows the Five Lakes Trail away from the developed valley and climbs through open Sierra slopes, scattered conifers, and granite-studded terrain toward the edge of Tahoe National Forest. The path then enters the Granite Chief…

Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,437 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,602 ft

The Draper Suspension Bridge Loop offers a captivating hike through diverse landscapes. As you traverse the Orson Smith, Aqueduct, and Bonneville Shoreline Trails, you'll encounter scenic views of the Wasatch Mountains, Salt Lake Valley, and Bear Canyon, especially while crossing the impressive 185-foot…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 528 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,243 ft

The Standing Bear Lake Loop Trail offers a pleasant, easy-going hike around the tranquil lake, making it a popular spot for walkers, joggers, and cyclists alike. The path meanders through open spaces and light woodlands, with scenic views of the lake, wildlife, and occasional fishermen along the shoreline. Its…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 148 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,158 ft

This loop hike offers a picturesque hiking experience in Iowa’s natural beauty. As hikers move along the wooded paths and shoreline, they can enjoy lake views, diverse wildlife, and seasonal wildflowers. Popular with local hikers and known for its peaceful, well-marked trails, the loop provides a tranquil…

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 410 ft • Maximum elevation: 823 ft

Hiking from Rialto Beach to Hole-in-the-Wall via the North Coast Beach TravelWay in Olympic National Park offers a captivating journey along Washington's rugged coastline. As you traverse the pebbly shoreline, you'll encounter towering sea stacks emerging from the Pacific Ocean and expansive driftwood-strewn…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 223 ft • Maximum elevation: 33 ft

The Sachuest Point and Flint Point Loop Trail offers a serene coastal hiking experience, perfect for spotting seabirds, sweeping ocean views, and seasonal wildflowers. The Ocean View Loop provides panoramas of the Atlantic, with frequent sightings of seals resting on rocky outcrops and surfers near Second…

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 75 ft • Maximum elevation: 26 ft

The Lakeshore Trail offers a scenic hike through lush northern forests that open onto dramatic sandstone cliffs along Lake Superior. Hikers will encounter iconic views of sea caves—natural formations created by centuries of wave action—that include arches and cliffside openings where waves echo through the…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 623 ft • Maximum elevation: 692 ft

The Pike Island Loop Trail offers a tranquil escape with its winding paths through a mix of lush forests and open landscapes, encircling Pike Island where the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers converge. Hikers are treated to striking views of both rivers, alongside peaceful stretches of shoreline, especially…

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 144 ft • Maximum elevation: 735 ft

The Horseshoe Lake Loop Trail in Denali National Park is a captivating and relatively easy hike that provides hikers with the opportunity to explore diverse landscapes. Along the route, you can enjoy panoramic views of Horseshoe Lake surrounded by vibrant forests, with occasional glimpses of the Nenana River…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 279 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,729 ft

The Burnt Lake Trail in the Mount Hood Wilderness offers a well-rounded hiking experience with its combination of lush forests, rugged terrain, and panoramic views. As you ascend through moss-draped conifer forests, the trail leads to a pristine mountain lake where the striking silhouette of Mount Hood looms…

Distance: 7.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,496 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,163 ft

The Snow Lake Trail is a scenic and moderately challenging hike that rewards adventurers with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Starting from the Alpental Ski Area, the trail features a series of switchbacks that ascend through dense forests, eventually revealing panoramic vistas of the…

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,785 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,344 ft

The Great Head Loop Trail in Acadia National Park offers a memorable coastal hike with sweeping views of the rugged Maine shoreline. Along the way, hikers are treated to panoramic vistas of Sand Beach, Gorham Mountain, and the Beehive, as well as glimpses of Thunder Hole across the bay. The trail combines…

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 203 ft • Maximum elevation: 128 ft

Hike along the Pacific Coast via Shoreline Park, Ocean Trails Reserve and Abalone Cove Reserve. #Hiking #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Coast #Nature #Park #Beach

Distance: 5.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,050 ft • Maximum elevation: 410 ft

#Hiking #MTB #Loop #Woolastook

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 276 ft • Maximum elevation: 276 ft

Loop hike along Logan River from Ray Hugie Hydro Park via River Trail, Highline Trail and Bonneville Shoreline Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #River #Canyon #Mountain #Forest #Park

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 486 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,918 ft

Harris Landing Park. Shoreline Park. Fraser River. #Hiking #MTB #Running #HarrisLanding

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 56 ft • Maximum elevation: 36 ft

Hike / run by the Lake Wyaralong from the dam. #Hiking #Running #Lake #Nature #Forest

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 869 ft • Maximum elevation: 518 ft

Hike / run to Mount Joyce from the Lake Wyaralong. #Hiking #Running #Lake #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,401 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,463 ft

Burrard Inlet. #Hiking #Bike #Running

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 256 ft • Maximum elevation: 49 ft

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 66 ft • Maximum elevation: 548 ft

Getting dirty at Walborn

Distance: 12.2 mi • Elevation gain: 591 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,168 ft

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 568 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,348 ft

Point Reyes, Route 1 to Lighthouse

Distance: 32.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,694 ft • Maximum elevation: 505 ft

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 115 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 302 ft • Maximum elevation: 476 ft

cycling, mtb

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 653 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,098 ft

Canada, ON, Wellington

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 82 ft • Maximum elevation: 279 ft

Canada, ON, Belleville

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 69 ft • Maximum elevation: 315 ft

Distance: 0.6 mi • Elevation gain: 52 ft • Maximum elevation: 269 ft