Mountain trails

The Heliotrope Ridge Trail, followed by the Coleman-Deming Route, offers hikers and mountaineers a unique blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking vistas as they approach Mount Baker’s summit. As you ascend, the trail takes you past scenic alpine meadows and views of towering glaciers, particularly the…

Distance: 10.3 Km • Elevation gain: 2,166 m • Maximum elevation: 3,267 m

Hiking Mount Washington via the Tuckerman Ravine and Lion Head Trails offers a blend of rugged terrain and rewarding views. The route begins at Pinkham Notch Visitor Center and ascends steadily through dense forests, crossing streams and passing waterfalls like Crystal Cascades Falls before reaching the…

Distance: 13.5 Km • Elevation gain: 1,295 m • Maximum elevation: 1,911 m

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: 17.4 Km • Elevation gain: 1,173 m • Maximum elevation: 1,994 m

Bibbulmun Track. Monadnocks Conservation Park. #Hiking #Loop #Monadnocks

Distance: 14.7 Km • Elevation gain: 422 m • Maximum elevation: 505 m

From Happy Isles, this demanding Yosemite route follows the Merced River into the forested canyon of the Mist Trail, passing the spray and granite stairways of Vernal Fall before continuing above the river toward Emerald Pool and the broader waterfall amphitheater around Nevada Fall. Beyond Nevada Fall, the…

Distance: 24.8 Km • Elevation gain: 1,983 m • Maximum elevation: 2,687 m

The Little O'Malley Peak Trail is a delightful adventure perfect for nature lovers! Starting from the Glen Alps Trailhead, you'll enjoy a gentle walk through lush landscapes, cross a charming boardwalk, and then tackle a thrilling climb to the summit, where panoramic views of Anchorage and the majestic Chugach…

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 434 m • Maximum elevation: 980 m

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: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 364 m • Maximum elevation: 3,010 m

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: 10.2 Km • Elevation gain: 425 m • Maximum elevation: 465 m

D'Aguilar National Park. #MTB #Loop #Brisbane #Daguilar

Distance: 122.7 Km • Elevation gain: 1,980 m • Maximum elevation: 522 m

Hike from Lyttelton to Sumner via Chalmers Track, Mount Pleasant Bluffs Track, Summit Road and Windsor Castle in the Tauhinu-Korokio Scenic Reserve and the Greenwood Park. #Hiking #Walking #Nature #Mountain #Park #Forest #Sea #Pacific #Ocean

Distance: 7.1 Km • Elevation gain: 411 m • Maximum elevation: 418 m

From the Stuart Lake Trail, the route enters the Alpine Lakes Wilderness through forest, creek crossings, and gradually rougher alpine terrain before reaching Colchuck Lake, a striking first landmark set below Colchuck Peak and Dragontail Peak, with Aasgard Pass rising steeply above the far shore as the…

Distance: 29.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,502 m • Maximum elevation: 2,383 m

From Happy Isles, the hike enters the eastern end of Yosemite Valley and follows the Merced River through forest and granite scenery toward the Vernal Fall Footbridge, where the first open views of the river and surrounding canyon set the tone for one of Yosemite’s most iconic waterfall routes. The Mist…

Distance: 4.7 Km • Elevation gain: 679 m • Maximum elevation: 1,831 m

Starting near Yosemite Lodge and the Camp Four area, this demanding route climbs the Upper Yosemite Fall Trail through oak woodland and granite switchbacks, quickly rising above Yosemite Valley toward Columbia Rock, where broad views open over the valley floor, Merced River corridor, Half Dome, and surrounding…

Distance: 14.9 Km • Elevation gain: 2,437 m • Maximum elevation: 2,143 m

Starting at Kēʻē Beach in Hāʻena State Park, this out-and-back hike follows the Kalalau Trail above the Pacific, leaving the coastal edge of the park to reveal the first broad views of the Nā Pali Coast, with ocean, reef, sea cliffs, and tropical vegetation appearing in succession along the way. The…

Distance: 12.8 Km • Elevation gain: 1,180 m • Maximum elevation: 409 m

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: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 136 m • Maximum elevation: 306 m

#Bike #MTB #Mountain #River #Lake #Sea #Forest #Nature

Distance: 62.0 Km • Elevation gain: 1,648 m • Maximum elevation: 744 m

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: 9.2 Km • Elevation gain: 370 m • Maximum elevation: 2,181 m

Starting from the Tipsoo Lake area, the loop climbs toward Chinook Pass, crosses the highway footbridge, and joins the Pacific Crest Trail as it skirts the north and east side of Naches Peak through subalpine forest, open slopes, and small mountain ponds. The route then bends around the quieter eastern…

Distance: 5.4 Km • Elevation gain: 205 m • Maximum elevation: 1,793 m

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: 41.8 Km • Elevation gain: 718 m • Maximum elevation: 53 m

Starting beside the Colorado River in Glenwood Canyon, the route leaves the canyon floor and enters Dead Horse Creek Canyon, climbing into the White River National Forest. The ascent follows a shaded, rocky gorge with footbridges, creek crossings, switchbacks, rock steps, and fire-marked canyon scenery before…

Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 378 m • Maximum elevation: 2,224 m

Starting from the South Orange Avenue access, this loop enters South Mountain Reservation on the Crest Trail and follows a shaded woodland corridor before joining Openwood Trail and curving deeper into the forest. The route then uses Lenape Trail and the local Hemlock Falls Loop to reach Hemlock Falls on…

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

From the Morrison Trailhead, the route starts on Castle Trail, leaving the edge of town for open foothill slopes, switchbacks and early views toward Red Rocks and the Denver skyline. It then joins Turkey Trot Trail, a hiker-focused section that climbs and contours through quieter pine, scrub and rocky hillside…

Distance: 5.4 Km • Elevation gain: 280 m • Maximum elevation: 2,069 m

From the Wrights Lake trailhead area, this loop leaves the lakeshore through the inlet meadows and forest, joining the Twin Lakes Trail in the Eldorado National Forest and at the edge of Desolation Wilderness. It then heads toward the Enchanted Pools, where South Fork Silver Creek works through polished…

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 137 m • Maximum elevation: 2,229 m

From the Greylock Glen trailhead, the hike first follows the Glen Meadow Loop through open meadow, wetland edges and woodland, with Mount Greylock rising ahead as the route leaves the gentler Glen paths for the Bellows Pipe approach. The climb then moves into denser forest on Bellows Pipe and toward the…

Distance: 8.9 Km • Elevation gain: 729 m • Maximum elevation: 1,062 m

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: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 801 m • Maximum elevation: 1,332 m

Starting near the Albright Visitor Center in Yellowstone National Park, this loop follows Grand Loop Road toward Palette Spring, where steaming runoff, warm mineral colors and open views introduce the Mammoth Hot Springs landscape. The route then crosses the Mammoth Terraces through Jupiter Terrace, Mound…

Distance: 4.5 Km • Elevation gain: 131 m • Maximum elevation: 2,009 m

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: 7.0 Km • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 1,133 m

Starting at Zion Lodge, the route crosses the Virgin River and enters the Emerald Pools trail system, moving through canyon greenery toward the shaded alcove of Lower Emerald Pool. It then climbs toward Upper Emerald Pool, where sandy tread, stone steps, seasonal water, and high sandstone walls create a…

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 872 m • Maximum elevation: 1,688 m

Starting near Upper Penitencia Creek, this loop follows the Penitencia Creek Trail through Alum Rock Park’s canyon setting before climbing onto the North Rim Trail, where the route opens toward Eagle Rock and broader views over San José and the South Bay foothills. From Eagle Rock, the hike continues onto…

Distance: 12.3 Km • Elevation gain: 595 m • Maximum elevation: 574 m

The hike along the Emerald Lake Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park offers a delightful progression through stunning alpine scenery. Starting at Nymph Lake, hikers are greeted with a peaceful, forest-framed setting, where reflections of towering peaks can be seen in the calm waters. The path then leads to…

Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 204 m • Maximum elevation: 3,094 m

Starting from the Icehouse Canyon Trailhead near Mount Baldy Road, the route climbs into the shaded lower canyon, following Icehouse Creek past wooded slopes and remnants of old recreation cabins in the Angeles National Forest. The trail continues east through Icehouse Canyon into the Cucamonga Wilderness,…

Distance: 12.5 Km • Elevation gain: 841 m • Maximum elevation: 2,321 m

Cobble Hill Mountain Regional Recreation Area. #Hiking #MTB #Loop #CobbleHill

Distance: 7.2 Km • Elevation gain: 325 m • Maximum elevation: 320 m

Starting near Yosemite Valley Lodge, the route enters the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, follows Yosemite Creek through shaded valley woodland, and reaches the footbridge and close viewpoint beneath Lower Yosemite Fall. It then returns toward Northside Drive and crosses into Cook’s Meadow, where open meadow…

Distance: 3.3 Km • Elevation gain: 75 m • Maximum elevation: 1,252 m

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: 20.1 Km • Elevation gain: 736 m • Maximum elevation: 327 m

From the Glacier Lodge area, this Big Pine Lakes Loop begins along the North Fork Big Pine Creek Trail, entering the John Muir Wilderness of Inyo National Forest. The route climbs beside North Fork Big Pine Creek through forest and sagebrush slopes before reaching the higher canyon beneath Mount Alice. The…

Distance: 24.5 Km • Elevation gain: 1,235 m • Maximum elevation: 3,432 m

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: 62.3 Km • Elevation gain: 2,826 m • Maximum elevation: 531 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

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: 44.4 Km • Elevation gain: 2,358 m • Maximum elevation: 1,421 m

#Hiking #Loop #Whistler

Distance: 6.3 Km • Elevation gain: 272 m • Maximum elevation: 2,176 m

The route follows the river upstream toward the waterfall approach, passing through a lively canyon setting shaped by clear pools, polished rock and constant movement from the Merced. The hike then joins the Mist Trail, where the scenery becomes more dramatic beneath Vernal Fall, with spray, stone steps, cliff…

Distance: 9.4 Km • Elevation gain: 806 m • Maximum elevation: 1,699 m

The Bloods Lake Trail, nestled near Guardsman Pass in Utah, offers a serene journey through the Wasatch Mountains, featuring a mix of aspen groves and towering pine forests. Hikers are rewarded with stunning views of the peaceful alpine lake, which is beautifully framed by rugged granite peaks and lush…

Distance: 4.9 Km • Elevation gain: 171 m • Maximum elevation: 2,917 m

Starting at the Mount Teneriffe trailhead, this hike follows the forested Mount Teneriffe Trail through the Mount Si Natural Resources Conservation Area, with occasional openings toward the Snoqualmie Valley and nearby peaks. The route then turns onto the Teneriffe Falls Trail, climbing more steeply through…

Distance: 9.5 Km • Elevation gain: 555 m • Maximum elevation: 760 m

Loop hike in Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park

Distance: 32.1 Km • Elevation gain: 2,777 m • Maximum elevation: 2,638 m

Banff National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Banff #Nature #Forest #Snowshoeing

Distance: 11.0 Km • Elevation gain: 724 m • Maximum elevation: 2,266 m

Bikepack from Daisy Lake along Cheakamus River and Lillooet River via Alta Lake, Whistler, Green Lake, Shadow Lake, Nairn Falls, One Mile Lake and Pemberton. #Bike #Nature #River #Lake #Mountain #Forest

Distance: 84.6 Km • Elevation gain: 1,233 m • Maximum elevation: 754 m

The Palmer, Cabin Canyon, Strausenbach, Scotsman, and Central Gardens Trails Loop in Garden of the Gods offers a diverse hiking experience through some of Colorado's most iconic landscapes. This route guides you past striking red rock formations such as the Kissing Camels and Sentinel Spires, while providing…

Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 194 m • Maximum elevation: 2,016 m

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

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: 13.5 Km • Elevation gain: 1,426 m • Maximum elevation: 3,062 m

From Sentinel Dome Trailhead, the loop begins among conifer forest, meadow and open granite before climbing toward Sentinel Dome, where the landscape opens to broad views over Yosemite Valley, Half Dome and the high Sierra. The route then swings toward Glacier Point, one of Yosemite’s classic overlooks above…

Distance: 21.5 Km • Elevation gain: 1,776 m • Maximum elevation: 2,478 m

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

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: 15.3 Km • Elevation gain: 900 m • Maximum elevation: 1,223 m

Starting at Bear Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park’s Bear Lake Road Corridor, this loop briefly follows the shore before climbing onto the Emerald Lake Trail toward Nymph Lake and Dream Lake. The traced route then leaves the direct Emerald Lake approach, turns toward Chaos Creek, and reaches the rocky…

Distance: 15.6 Km • Elevation gain: 712 m • Maximum elevation: 3,281 m

Gambubal State Forest. Main Range National Park. #MTB #Loop #Gambubal #MainRange

Distance: 59.1 Km • Elevation gain: 1,460 m • Maximum elevation: 1,194 m

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: 10.1 Km • Elevation gain: 418 m • Maximum elevation: 386 m

The hike to Weverton Cliffs via the Appalachian Trail offers a combination of rugged terrain and breathtaking views. As you ascend, the trail’s series of switchbacks help ease the climb through dense forest, with occasional glimpses of the Potomac River below. Once at the cliffs, the expansive vista reveals…

Distance: 2.9 Km • Elevation gain: 236 m • Maximum elevation: 258 m

Hike from Heart Lake to Mount Redfield and Cliff Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam, Avalanche Pass Trail, Avalanche Camp, Lake Arnold Trail, Lake Arnold, Mount Marcy Trail, Mount Redfield Trail and Cliff Mountain Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and Adirondack Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature…

Distance: 29.7 Km • Elevation gain: 1,399 m • Maximum elevation: 1,388 m

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

The Bear Creek Loop Trail to Panorama Point in Corwina Park offers hikers a journey through diverse landscapes, including forested areas and sections alongside Bear Creek. The trail culminates at Panorama Point, providing expansive views of the Front Range mountains. Along the way, hikers can observe local…

Distance: 10.7 Km • Elevation gain: 440 m • Maximum elevation: 2,241 m

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: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 430 m • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m

The Lighthouse Trail is a delightful and fairly easy hike with breathtaking views of vibrant cliffs and the iconic Lighthouse Peak. Most of the trail is flat and scenic, making it suitable for all skill levels, but the final steep section adds a fun challenge before reaching the spectacular summit. Start early…

Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 147 m • Maximum elevation: 959 m

Distance: 15.5 Km • Elevation gain: 569 m • Maximum elevation: 541 m

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: 8.1 Km • Elevation gain: 408 m • Maximum elevation: 373 m

Starting near the Issaquah High School side of West Tiger Mountain, the trail enters a shaded forest and climbs steadily through the lower slopes of the natural resources conservation area. It then follows the wooded Poo Poo Point route, passing small creek draws and mossy woodland before reaching the open…

Distance: 11.2 Km • Elevation gain: 653 m • Maximum elevation: 563 m

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: 14.4 Km • Elevation gain: 397 m • Maximum elevation: 314 m

From the Mount Si Trailhead, the route enters the forested lower slopes of the Mount Si Natural Resources Conservation Area and follows the main Mount Si Trail into a steady switchbacking ascent above North Bend. After the first wooded climb, it passes through Snag Flat, an old-growth forest section, then…

Distance: 12.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,043 m • Maximum elevation: 1,229 m

The hike to Mount Teneriffe offers a combination of natural beauty and physical challenge in Mount Si Natural Resources Conservation Area. The trail begins with a serene forested path leading to the striking Teneriffe Falls, which are especially impressive during the spring. Continuing upwards, the…

Distance: 12.1 Km • Elevation gain: 1,176 m • Maximum elevation: 1,396 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 3.7 Km • Elevation gain: 74 m • Maximum elevation: 187 m

Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park. #Hiking #BowValley

Distance: 9.0 Km • Elevation gain: 956 m • Maximum elevation: 2,296 m

The Big Pine Creek Trail is a rewarding hike in the Inyo National Forest, offering stunning views of cascading waterfalls, rugged mountain landscapes, and serene alpine lakes. As you ascend, the trail weaves through diverse terrain, with sections shaded by trees and others offering expansive vistas of the…

Distance: 14.0 Km • Elevation gain: 715 m • Maximum elevation: 3,076 m

From Bridge to Nowhere Trailhead near Coyote Flat, the route enters Sheep Mountain Wilderness on the East Fork Trail and follows the East Fork of the San Gabriel River into a steep San Gabriel Mountains canyon of chaparral slopes, gravel bars and bouldery riverbank. The path continues upstream along the rocky…

Distance: 15.3 Km • Elevation gain: 544 m • Maximum elevation: 864 m

The hike to Morgan Lakes via the Little Lakes Valley Trail offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Eastern Sierra. Starting at Mosquito Flat, the trail weaves through a stunning landscape filled with serene alpine lakes like Mack Lake, Marsh Lake, Heart Lake and Box Lake, all framed by towering…

Distance: 7.4 Km • Elevation gain: 323 m • Maximum elevation: 3,382 m

The Oyster Dome Trail, accessed via Chuckanut Drive and the Samish Bay Connector, offers hikers a rewarding journey through Blanchard State Forest. The path meanders through lush forests of alder, cedar, and Douglas fir, with occasional views of the Salish Sea and the Olympic Peninsula. The trail culminates at…

Distance: 10.8 Km • Elevation gain: 614 m • Maximum elevation: 607 m

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: 6.0 Km • Elevation gain: 248 m • Maximum elevation: 150 m

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: 10.1 Km • Elevation gain: 238 m • Maximum elevation: 3,339 m

The Vernal Fall and Clark Point loop is a strenuous yet rewarding hike through the heart of Yosemite’s beauty. The journey takes you up steep steps alongside Vernal Fall, before leading to sweeping views of the valley from Clark Point. Though challenging, the mix of waterfalls, granite cliffs, and forested…

Distance: 8.0 Km • Elevation gain: 730 m • Maximum elevation: 1,703 m

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Distance: 17.7 Km • Elevation gain: 1,590 m • Maximum elevation: 2,479 m

The hike to the Hollywood Sign via Innsdale Trail and Mount Lee Drive offers an up-close experience with this iconic landmark, providing panoramic views of Los Angeles, the expansive Lake Hollywood Reservoir and the surrounding hills and valleys. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the natural beauty of Griffith…

Distance: 7.0 Km • Elevation gain: 298 m • Maximum elevation: 497 m

The Cervidae Peak Trail is a steep but rewarding hike. The path ascends through open, sagebrush-covered hills, with the effort paying off in sweeping views of the Lucky Peak and Arrowrock reservoirs, as well as the Boise foothills. While challenging due to its steep elevation gain, the summit offers a serene…

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 592 m • Maximum elevation: 1,510 m

The Eagle Lake Trail in California's Desolation Wilderness offers a moderately challenging hike through a picturesque landscape of towering pines, granite peaks, and cascading waterfalls. Starting near Emerald Bay, the trail ascends past the scenic Eagle Falls before reaching the serene Eagle Lake, nestled…

Distance: 3.1 Km • Elevation gain: 139 m • Maximum elevation: 2,140 m

Distance: 4.2 Km • Elevation gain: 66 m • Maximum elevation: 271 m

Cradle Mountain-Lake Saint Clair National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Cradle #SaintClair #Tasmania

Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 608 m • Maximum elevation: 1,210 m

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: 7.1 Km • Elevation gain: 375 m • Maximum elevation: 338 m

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: 3.6 Km • Elevation gain: 212 m • Maximum elevation: 1,202 m

The West Tiger #3 Loop via Cable Line and West Tiger 3 Trails offers a dynamic, moderately challenging hike with excellent views. The route climbs steadily through forested terrain, with rewarding vistas at the summit, where you'll spot Mount Rainier, the Cascades, and the Olympic Mountains. Along the way,…

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 609 m • Maximum elevation: 748 m

The Brandon Quarry Loop Trail offers a moderately challenging hike through scenic landscapes near Brandon, Mississippi. The trail is popular for hiking and mountain biking, winding through wooded areas and offering tranquil views of the quarry, providing an enjoyable and peaceful outdoor experience. #Hiking…

Distance: 3.4 Km • Elevation gain: 14 m • Maximum elevation: 113 m

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

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: 11.2 Km • Elevation gain: 330 m • Maximum elevation: 702 m

The Donner Canyon Road, Middle Trail, and Falls Trail Loop in Mount Diablo State Park offers hikers a diverse experience, featuring open meadows, oak woodlands, and waterfalls cascading over multicolored rock formations, especially vibrant after seasonal rains. As you ascend, you'll be rewarded with panoramic…

Distance: 8.9 Km • Elevation gain: 445 m • Maximum elevation: 514 m

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: 13.1 Km • Elevation gain: 1,146 m • Maximum elevation: 1,582 m

From West Hills Community Church in Morgan Hill, the route leaves the neighborhood edge and joins the Open Space Authority Trail toward El Toro Open Space Preserve. It climbs through open grassland, oak woodland, and hillside switchbacks toward the prominent El Toro summit, a local landmark above the Santa…

Distance: 4.1 Km • Elevation gain: 298 m • Maximum elevation: 417 m

From the Glenwood Drive entrance, the loop follows Mount Rubidoux’s paved park road through open, boulder-strewn slopes above the Santa Ana River. It climbs past the Peace Tower and Friendship Bridge to the summit area, where the Serra Cross, flag, historic plaques, and broad Riverside views form the…

Distance: 4.8 Km • Elevation gain: 177 m • Maximum elevation: 391 m

Blue Mountains National Park. #Hiking #MTB #Loop #NarrowNeck #BlueMountains

Distance: 20.6 Km • Elevation gain: 748 m • Maximum elevation: 1,064 m

The Wild Goose Trail offers hikers a diverse experience, with two sections catering to different difficulty levels. From its starting point at the Bagley Lakes parking area, the trail weaves through Heather Meadows, providing stunning views of Mount Baker, Mount Shuksan, and the surrounding peaks. Along the…

Distance: 2.7 Km • Elevation gain: 279 m • Maximum elevation: 1,576 m

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: 9.2 Km • Elevation gain: 676 m • Maximum elevation: 1,599 m

Kananaskis Country Public Land Use Zone. #Hiking #Kananaskis

Distance: 6.6 Km • Elevation gain: 685 m • Maximum elevation: 2,195 m

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: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 284 m • Maximum elevation: 928 m

Backcountry ski via Into Woods, Woods Lake, Out of Woods, Howe It Goes and Madeley Lake FSR in the Coast Mountains. #Ski #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 11.2 Km • Elevation gain: 259 m • Maximum elevation: 1,168 m

Distance: 13.9 Km • Elevation gain: 723 m • Maximum elevation: 1,786 m

The Solstice Canyon Loop begins near the canyon entrance and climbs onto the sun-exposed Rising Sun Trail, where chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and open hillsides quickly replace the shaded canyon floor, revealing widening views across the folds of the Santa Monica Mountains and toward the Malibu coast. As the…

Distance: 4.8 Km • Elevation gain: 245 m • Maximum elevation: 228 m

From Sunset Point, the route first follows the rim toward Sunrise Point, opening broad views over the Bryce Amphitheater before dropping into Queen’s Garden, where pale orange hoodoos, sculpted walls, and fir-dotted slopes gradually surround the trail. The descent leads from the overlook atmosphere of the…

Distance: 10.3 Km • Elevation gain: 500 m • Maximum elevation: 2,431 m