South County trails

Hike to Charleston Peak from Mount Charleston via South Loop Trail. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,472 m • Maximum elevation: 3,629 m

Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Forest #Nature

Distance: 3.2 Km • Elevation gain: 434 m • Maximum elevation: 2,202 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 11.1 Km • Elevation gain: 233 m • Maximum elevation: 136 m

Round trip. #Hiking

Distance: 13.8 Km • Elevation gain: 613 m • Maximum elevation: 503 m

Rocky Moutains. #Hiking #RockyMountains

Distance: 12.2 Km • Elevation gain: 744 m • Maximum elevation: 3,464 m

Frontenac Provincial Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Loop #Frontenac

Distance: 9.8 Km • Elevation gain: 123 m • Maximum elevation: 191 m

Chignecto National Wildlife Area. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Forest #Chignecto

Distance: 4.6 Km • Elevation gain: 46 m • Maximum elevation: 30 m

Trout Creek. Wildwood Conservation Area. #Hiking #MTB #Ski #Snowshoeing #Loop #Wildwood #Lake #Trout #Forest

Distance: 21.6 Km • Elevation gain: 276 m • Maximum elevation: 358 m

James Peak Protection Area. #Hiking #Lake #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 11.0 Km • Elevation gain: 559 m • Maximum elevation: 3,364 m

Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Forest #Nature

Distance: 4.7 Km • Elevation gain: 542 m • Maximum elevation: 2,201 m

Rocky Mountain National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 421 m • Maximum elevation: 3,037 m

South Mountain State Park. #Hiking #Forest #Nature

Distance: 8.3 Km • Elevation gain: 276 m • Maximum elevation: 537 m

Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Yosemite

Distance: 15.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,647 m • Maximum elevation: 2,197 m

South Mountain Preserve. #Hiking #Running #MTB #Loop #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.9 Km • Elevation gain: 268 m • Maximum elevation: 645 m

Grand Teton National Park. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Loop #Lake #Waterfall #Forest #River #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 12.7 Km • Elevation gain: 259 m • Maximum elevation: 2,146 m

Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest. South Fork Snoqualmie River. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 3.3 Km • Elevation gain: 108 m • Maximum elevation: 787 m

Grand Canyon National Park. Colorado River. #Hiking #Canyon #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 30.6 Km • Elevation gain: 2,650 m • Maximum elevation: 2,201 m

Tiger Mountain State Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 6.5 Km • Elevation gain: 497 m • Maximum elevation: 545 m

Arapaho National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 6.3 Km • Elevation gain: 256 m • Maximum elevation: 2,556 m

Mount Si Natural Resources. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.8 Km • Elevation gain: 322 m • Maximum elevation: 435 m

Olallie State Park. South Fork Snoqualmie River. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 4.1 Km • Elevation gain: 242 m • Maximum elevation: 306 m

Twin Peaks Wilderness. Mill B South Fork. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Lake #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 11.2 Km • Elevation gain: 860 m • Maximum elevation: 2,738 m

Mountain Bike loop in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Cumberland River South Fork. Scott State Forest. #MTB #Loop #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 52.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,226 m • Maximum elevation: 492 m

Mountain bike loop in Southside Park. #MTB #Loop #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 85 m • Maximum elevation: 278 m

Mountain Bike via Venice Beach, Santa Monica State Beach, Will Rogers State Beach and East Topanga Fire Road in Santa Monica National Mountains Recreation Area. #MTB #Beach #Mountain #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #City #Nature

Distance: 47.2 Km • Elevation gain: 589 m • Maximum elevation: 340 m

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Distance: 1.8 Km • Elevation gain: 4 m • Maximum elevation: 8 m

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

Distance: 3.7 Km • Elevation gain: 16 m • Maximum elevation: 43 m

Loop hike from James and Rosemary Nix Nature Center through the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park via Little Sycamore Canyon Trail, Serrano Ridge Viewpoint, Serrano Ridge Trail, Upper Laurel Trail, Laurel Canyon Trail and Stagecoach South Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness #Park #Canyon

Distance: 12.1 Km • Elevation gain: 372 m • Maximum elevation: 255 m

Hike from South Kaibab Trailhead to Bright Angel Trailhead via Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, River Colorado, Phantom Ranch Village, Bright Angel Suspension Bridge, River Trail, Devil's Corkscrew, Havasupai Gardens and Mary Jane Coulter Lookout in the Grand Canyon…

Distance: 27.3 Km • Elevation gain: 2,243 m • Maximum elevation: 2,201 m

Hike to San Gorgonio Mountain via South Fork Trail, Poopout Hill, Dollar Lake Saddle, San Bernardino Peak Trail and San Gorgonio Mountain Trail in the Sand to Snow National Monument and the San Gorgonio Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 15.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,425 m • Maximum elevation: 3,502 m

Hike from Ortega Oaks via the Bear Canyon, the Morgan Trail and the Morrell Canyon in the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness and the Cleveland National Forest. #Hiking #Nature #Canyon #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 8.4 Km • Elevation gain: 349 m • Maximum elevation: 888 m

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: 33.5 Km • Elevation gain: 2,872 m • Maximum elevation: 2,517 m

Hike on the South Clevenger Canyon Trail in the San Pasqual - Clevenger Canyon Open Space Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Canyon #Park

Distance: 3.6 Km • Elevation gain: 319 m • Maximum elevation: 502 m

Hike to Dry Lake via South Fork Trail, Poopout Hill and Dry Lake Trail in the Sand to Snow National Monument. #Hiking #Lake #Nature #Mountain #Forest

Distance: 17.8 Km • Elevation gain: 763 m • Maximum elevation: 2,776 m

Hike to Ooh Aah Point via South Kaibab Trail in Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Mountain #Park #Forest

Distance: 1.4 Km • Elevation gain: 54 m • Maximum elevation: 2,201 m

Hike along Saluda River in Columbia. #Hiking #Nature #River #Forest

Distance: 5.5 Km • Elevation gain: 44 m • Maximum elevation: 51 m

Loop hike through Lepard Preserve in Caledonia. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest

Distance: 2.3 Km • Elevation gain: 24 m • Maximum elevation: 249 m

Hike on the Castle Trail in the Badlands National Park. #Hiking #Desert #Nature #Park

Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 44 m • Maximum elevation: 814 m

Hike to Cathedral Spires in the Custer State Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.9 Km • Elevation gain: 243 m • Maximum elevation: 2,042 m

Loop hike along Monongahela River. #Hiking #Loop #River #Nature #City

Distance: 62.6 Km • Elevation gain: 687 m • Maximum elevation: 339 m

Loop hike to Big Hammock via Mansfield Pond in the Withlacoochee State Forest and the Citrus Wildlife Management Area. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 5.1 Km • Elevation gain: 42 m • Maximum elevation: 28 m

Loop hike through Schenley Park and along Monongahela River. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #City #Park #Forest #River

Distance: 28.2 Km • Elevation gain: 395 m • Maximum elevation: 340 m

Loop hike through the Garden of the Gods Park via Kissing Camels, White Rock, North Gateway Rock, Sleeping Giant, Gray Rock, Three Graces, South Gateway Rock, Siamese Twins #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Rock #Forest

Distance: 8.6 Km • Elevation gain: 232 m • Maximum elevation: 2,017 m

Hike from Yaki Point to Bright Angel Trailhead via South Kaibab Trail, Ooh Aah Point, Cedar Ridge, Skeleton Point, The Tipoff, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, Colorado River, Bright Angel Site, East Tonto Trail, Bright Angel Trail and Havasupai Gardens in the Grand Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Rock…

Distance: 30.1 Km • Elevation gain: 2,293 m • Maximum elevation: 2,217 m

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: 17.5 Km • Elevation gain: 643 m • Maximum elevation: 2,023 m

Loop hike / run from Patriot's Park via Bartram Bike and Walk Trail and Euchee Creek Greenway. #Hiking #Running #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest

Distance: 21.0 Km • Elevation gain: 224 m • Maximum elevation: 128 m

Loop hike from Mountain Palm Springs Trailhead via Pygmy Grove, Southwest Grove, Surprise Canyon Grove, Palm Bowl Grove, Indian Valley and North Grove in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Wilderness

Distance: 6.1 Km • Elevation gain: 193 m • Maximum elevation: 363 m

Hike along the Notch Creek on the Notch trail in the Badlands National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Park

Distance: 2.3 Km • Elevation gain: 52 m • Maximum elevation: 853 m

Loop hike from Livermore South Trailhead to North Tripyramid, Middle Tripyramid and South Tripyramid via Livermore Road, Avalanche Brook, Mount Tripyramid Trail and Slide Brook in the Sandwich Range Wilderness. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Wilderness

Distance: 17.1 Km • Elevation gain: 854 m • Maximum elevation: 1,246 m

Loop hike from Moosilauke Ravine to Mount Moosilauke via Gorge Brook Trail, Carriage Road, South Peak Spur and Snapper Trail in the White Mountain National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 11.8 Km • Elevation gain: 752 m • Maximum elevation: 1,455 m

Loop hike from Hancock Notch Trailhead to Mount Hancock via Hancock Notch Trail, Cedar Brook Trail and Hancock Loop Trail in the White Mountain National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 14.7 Km • Elevation gain: 766 m • Maximum elevation: 1,326 m

Loop hike on the Dix Range via Boquet Forks Trail, Shoebox Falls, Lillypad Pond, Grace Peak, Grace Peak Trail, South Dix Lookout, South Dix, Dix Range Trail, Macomb Mountain, Hough Peak, Beckhorn Trail, Dix Mountain, Dix Trail and Round Pond in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Loop…

Distance: 27.1 Km • Elevation gain: 1,577 m • Maximum elevation: 1,456 m

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: 18.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,172 m • Maximum elevation: 2,570 m

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: 16.1 Km • Elevation gain: 103 m • Maximum elevation: 233 m

Loop hike through Goethe State Forest via Watermelon Pond. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 10.2 Km • Elevation gain: 12 m • Maximum elevation: 24 m

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

Distance: 8.3 Km • Elevation gain: 320 m • Maximum elevation: 125 m

Hike from Bull Canyon Parking to Snow Creek along the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail via Lion Peak, Pyramid Peak, Cedar Spring, Palm View Peak, Fobes Saddle, Spitler Peak, Apache Peak, Apache Spring, Antsell Rock, South Peak, Red Tahquitz, Tahquitz Meadow, Powderbox Spring, Middle Spring, Jolley Spring,…

Distance: 95.0 Km • Elevation gain: 3,982 m • Maximum elevation: 2,737 m

Loop hike from Lake Loretta via Alley Park Outer Loop, Twin Lake and George Hutchins Covered Bridge in the Alley Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Lake #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.8 Km • Elevation gain: 145 m • Maximum elevation: 326 m

Loop hike through Charles F. Alley Park around Lake Loretta via Alley Park Outer Loop. #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 3.8 Km • Elevation gain: 120 m • Maximum elevation: 326 m

Loop hike to Cougar Mountain via Talus Bridge Trail, Bear Ridge Trail, West Tibbetts Creek Trail, Tibbetts Marsh Trail, Lost Beagle Trail, Southeast Cougar Mountain Drive, Shangri La Trail, No Name Trail, Surprise Creek Trail, Precipice Top Trail, Military Ridge Trail, Trearis Trail and Shangri-La Way…

Distance: 8.5 Km • Elevation gain: 358 m • Maximum elevation: 454 m

Loop run / hike in the Sesquicentennial State Park via Loop Trail and Sesqui Mountain Bike Trail. #Running #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 20.3 Km • Elevation gain: 228 m • Maximum elevation: 141 m

Hike to Hite Cove along South Fork Merced River via Hites Cove Trail in the Sierra National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 12.0 Km • Elevation gain: 672 m • Maximum elevation: 522 m

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: 5.4 Km • Elevation gain: 273 m • Maximum elevation: 2,203 m

Hike to North Tripyramid, Middle Tripyramid and South Tripyramid via Pine Bend Brook Trail and Mount Tripyramid Trail in the Sandwich Range Wilderness and the White Mountain National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 15.4 Km • Elevation gain: 1,020 m • Maximum elevation: 1,244 m

Loop hike to Mount Katahdin and Hamlin Peak via Chimney Pond Trail, Helon Taylor Trail, Pamola, Knife Edge Trail, Chimney Peak, South Peak, Baxter Peak, Saddle Trail, Northwest Basin Trail, Caribou Spring, Hamlin Ridge Trail, Hamlin Peak, North Basin Trail, North Basin Cut-Off and Basin Ponds in the Baxter…

Distance: 16.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,311 m • Maximum elevation: 1,586 m

Hike from Grand Canyon Village via Bright Angel Trail, Havasupai Gardens, Pipe Creek Beach, River Trail, Colorado River, Bright Angel Suspension Bridge, North Kaibab Trail, Bright Angel Site, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, South Kaibab Trail, The Tipoff Shelter, Skeleton Point, Cedar Ridge and Ooh Aah Point in the…

Distance: 25.3 Km • Elevation gain: 2,443 m • Maximum elevation: 2,202 m

Loop hike via Campground Trail, Scott Creek Trail, Big Bay Trail, Spanish Mount Trail and Live Oak in the Edisto Beach State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #River #Park

Distance: 7.2 Km • Elevation gain: 21 m • Maximum elevation: 8 m

Loop hike around Golden Gate Mountain via Kinney Trail, Tucson Estates Trail, Coyote Trail, Yetman Trail and Golden Gate Trail in the Tucson Mountain Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 10.5 Km • Elevation gain: 218 m • Maximum elevation: 976 m

Loop hike to Hemlock Falls via Crest Trail, Openwood Trail, Lenape Trail and Hemlock Falls Loop in the South Mountain Reservation. #Hiking #Loop #Falls #Nature #Forest

Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 67 m • Maximum elevation: 163 m

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: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 335 m • Maximum elevation: 796 m

The Lake Blanche Trail offers a challenging ascent that rewards hikers with breathtaking views of Sundial Peak and the expansive valley below unfold. As you make your way up the rocky path, the serene beauty of Lake Blanche awaits at the top, surrounded by stunning vistas that make every effort worthwhile.…

Distance: 12.4 Km • Elevation gain: 854 m • Maximum elevation: 2,736 m

The South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point is a delightful hike that rewards you with stunning views of the Grand Canyon right from the start. The descent is easygoing, allowing you to enjoy the dramatic landscapes, but don’t let the ease fool you—coming back up will definitely get your heart racing! Arriving…

Distance: 3.1 Km • Elevation gain: 375 m • Maximum elevation: 2,202 m

First Creek Trail offers a peaceful trek through the open desert before gradually leading you toward more rugged, scenic terrain. As you approach the mouth of the canyon, the landscape shifts, and the hidden waterfall provides a refreshing reward for those who take the slight detour. It's an ideal hike for…

Distance: 5.7 Km • Elevation gain: 149 m • Maximum elevation: 1,249 m

The Cascade Canyon Trail, passing Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point, offers a memorable blend of scenic views and peaceful wilderness. The climb to Inspiration Point is the toughest section, but once you're past it, the trail flattens out, leading you into the stunning, quiet depths of Cascade Canyon.…

Distance: 22.2 Km • Elevation gain: 526 m • Maximum elevation: 2,400 m

This hike on Woodson Mountain is a rewarding challenge, offering expansive views of Southern California along the way. As you make your way up the steep trail, you’ll experience a mix of rugged terrain and stunning panoramas that lead to the iconic Potato Chip Rock and the breathtaking Mount Woodson Summit.…

Distance: 11.6 Km • Elevation gain: 613 m • Maximum elevation: 867 m

This loop trail is a delightful way to get up close and personal with the iconic monument. As you stroll along the paved path, you can admire the stunning views of the presidential faces from various angles and read interesting historical tidbits about each leader. While the stairs can be a bit of a workout,…

Distance: 1.0 Km • Elevation gain: 45 m • Maximum elevation: 1,617 m

Lovers' Leap loop trail offers a delightful mix of scenery, starting with a climb through towering ponderosa pines and leading to sweeping views of the Black Hills. The rocky outcrop at the top provides breathtaking panoramas, including views of Mount Coolidge and Black Elk Peak, making the initial uphill…

Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 225 m • Maximum elevation: 1,427 m

This loop hike in Badlands National Park offers a good opportunity to explore the park’s unique landscape. The trail takes you through a striking mix of badland formations, mesas, and open prairies, expansive views along the way. Though the trail is exposed with little shade, the gentle terrain and varied…

Distance: 10.8 Km • Elevation gain: 59 m • Maximum elevation: 810 m

The Sylvan Lake loop is a delightful and easy hike that offers stunning scenery around the picturesque lake. This is a popular trail known for its serene views of Sylvan Lake, framed by towering granite rock formations and lush landscapes. While most of the trail is flat and accessible, the northwest section…

Distance: 1.8 Km • Elevation gain: 35 m • Maximum elevation: 1,892 m

The Cathedral Spires Trail offers a fantastic hiking experience filled with stunning views of unique granite formations. As you ascend through picturesque forests and navigate some rocky sections, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramas of the Black Hills and the surrounding landscape. The hike is…

Distance: 3.2 Km • Elevation gain: 193 m • Maximum elevation: 2,041 m

The Little Devil's Tower Trail offers an exhilarating experience that’s well worth the effort. The hike is mostly a gentle ascent through stunning rock formations, culminating in a rewarding scramble to the top where breathtaking views of the Black Hills and the Cathedral Spires await. Although the final…

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 301 m • Maximum elevation: 2,103 m

The Door Trail is a short but exciting adventure that immerses you into the park’s rugged, lunar-like terrain. After the easy walk on a boardwalk, the trail becomes more uneven, winding through eroded gullies and fascinating rock formations, rewarding you with stunning panoramic views of the Badlands'…

Distance: 1.4 Km • Elevation gain: 16 m • Maximum elevation: 803 m

This loop trail to Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower is an absolute gem for hikers exploring South Dakota's Black Hills. This well-maintained loop starts at Sylvan Lake and offers breathtaking panoramas, rugged rock formations, and a chance to experience two iconic summits in one trek. While challenging,…

Distance: 12.9 Km • Elevation gain: 570 m • Maximum elevation: 2,185 m

The Black Elk Peak Trail offers a fantastic hiking experience that combines natural beauty and cultural significance. Starting from Sylvan Lake, the trail winds through dense pine forests, rugged granite formations, and features the famous Cathedral Spires. The climb is moderately challenging, with rewarding…

Distance: 10.9 Km • Elevation gain: 458 m • Maximum elevation: 2,185 m

The Twin Falls and Sculpture Falls hike is a perfect blend of rugged adventure and natural beauty. This out-and-back trail takes you through shady, tree-covered paths, with rocky sections and boulders that make it fun and moderately challenging. The highlight is reaching the serene waterfalls—Twin Falls and…

Distance: 5.2 Km • Elevation gain: 59 m • Maximum elevation: 186 m

The Piedra Lisa South Trail is a delightful hiking experience that showcases the beauty of New Mexico's landscape. As you ascend, you'll be treated to panoramic views of Albuquerque and the surrounding mountains, with the trail winding through charming sections of wildflowers and pine trees. Whether you're an…

Distance: 7.0 Km • Elevation gain: 391 m • Maximum elevation: 2,476 m

Hiking the Chirico Trail to Poo-Poo Point offers a delightful escape into nature, where the lush conifer forests gradually yield to breathtaking views. As you ascend, the trail's charm is accentuated by the steep stone steps, leading you through a landscape reminiscent of a classical painting, and culminating…

Distance: 6.5 Km • Elevation gain: 499 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m

The Jordan Pond Loop and South Bubble hike offers a scenic blend of serene lakeside walking and more adventurous climbs. The loop around Jordan Pond is an easy, family-friendly route, showcasing beautiful views of the pond and surrounding mountains, including the iconic North and South Bubbles. For those…

Distance: 7.7 Km • Elevation gain: 230 m • Maximum elevation: 221 m

The Cadillac South Ridge Trail offers a captivating journey to the summit of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park, with a diverse landscape that transitions from lush forests to exposed granite ridges. Hikers can enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf of Maine and nearby islands, especially as they ascend…

Distance: 11.4 Km • Elevation gain: 444 m • Maximum elevation: 459 m

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: 9.5 Km • Elevation gain: 339 m • Maximum elevation: 443 m

The Twin Ponds trail in Blue Wall Preserve offers a scenic and easy loop, perfect for a leisurely hike. Along the route, hikers can enjoy views of two tranquil ponds, lush woodland areas, and a small waterfall, making it a picturesque spot for both nature lovers and photographers. The trail is generally…

Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 120 m • Maximum elevation: 410 m

The Conestee Nature Preserve Loop offers a delightful hiking experience through diverse landscapes. Along this route, hikers can enjoy scenic views of wetlands, lush forests, and picturesque lakes, with abundant wildlife, including birds, turtles, and even the occasional deer. The well-maintained trails…

Distance: 3.7 Km • Elevation gain: 42 m • Maximum elevation: 266 m

The hiking loop encompassing East Dam Road, Issaqueena Lake Trail, and the Rocky and Collarbone Trails offers a pleasant and immersive outdoor experience. The trails meander through a scenic landscape filled with a mix of mature hardwoods and coniferous trees, providing ample opportunities for wildlife…

Distance: 7.4 Km • Elevation gain: 138 m • Maximum elevation: 289 m

Loop hike via Turret Arch, North Window and South Window in Arches National Park #Hiking #Loop #Arch #Desert #Rock

Distance: 1.8 Km • Elevation gain: 47 m • Maximum elevation: 1,612 m

The hike to Station Cove Falls is a pleasant journey through lush Appalachian forest, offering a relatively easy and flat path. Along the route, hikers can enjoy vibrant wildflowers during the warmer months and might encounter a few charming footbridges. The highlight is the stunning tiered waterfall, which…

Distance: 2.8 Km • Elevation gain: 94 m • Maximum elevation: 374 m

The Carrick Creek Loop Trail is a delightful hike that immerses visitors in the beauty of South Carolina's upcountry. Along the route, you can enjoy the serene sounds of bubbling streams and discover several charming waterfalls nestled within a lush forest setting, creating a peaceful escape from urban life.…

Distance: 3.1 Km • Elevation gain: 122 m • Maximum elevation: 473 m

The Weston Lake Loop Trail offers a tranquil hiking experience through a lush old-growth forest. Along the route, you can expect to see towering hardwoods, such as oaks and cypress trees, alongside the tea-colored waters of Cedar Creek, which create a picturesque backdrop for nature lovers. The trail provides…

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 22 m • Maximum elevation: 43 m

The Raven Rock and Natural Bridge Trails offer a diverse hiking experience through lush forests and rocky terrains. As you navigate this moderately strenuous loop, you'll encounter striking natural features like the unique granite natural bridge spanning Poe Creek and panoramic views of Lake Keowee and the…

Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 263 m • Maximum elevation: 347 m

The Yellow Branch Falls Trail offers a picturesque hiking experience with stunning views and a serene atmosphere. The trail winds through lush forests and crosses several streams, leading to the breathtaking Yellow Branch Falls, which cascades dramatically into a rocky pool. Hikers can expect a moderate trek…

Distance: 5.2 Km • Elevation gain: 211 m • Maximum elevation: 468 m

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: 3.9 Km • Elevation gain: 18 m • Maximum elevation: 43 m