Overlook trails

The combined Navajo Loop and Peekaboo Loop trails in Bryce Canyon National Park offer hikers an immersive journey through the park's iconic red rock formations. The Navajo Loop takes hikers through narrow passages between towering hoodoos, with stunning views of the park's signature rock formations such as the…

Distance: 8.6 Km • Elevation gain: 478 m • Maximum elevation: 2,441 m

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

Distance: 4.6 Km • Elevation gain: 134 m • Maximum elevation: 591 m

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

Distance: 1.4 Km • Elevation gain: 13 m • Maximum elevation: 279 m

This loop hike through Starved Rock State Park, featuring Wildcat Canyon Waterfall, LaSalle Canyon, and several overlooks, offers a rich blend of natural beauty. Hikers will encounter stunning waterfalls, striking sandstone cliffs, and panoramic views of the Illinois River. Each stop, from the serene LaSalle…

Distance: 7.1 Km • Elevation gain: 193 m • Maximum elevation: 183 m

The Sleeping Giant Tower Trail offers an engaging hiking experience with picturesque views and historical features. As you ascend, the trail meanders through lush woodlands and rocky outcrops, leading to a stunning stone tower that provides expansive vistas of the surrounding landscape, including distant views…

Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 183 m • Maximum elevation: 211 m

Hiking the Four-Mile Trail to Glacier Point offers some of the best views in Yosemite National Park, with expansive vistas unfolding gradually as you ascend. Along the way, hikers can admire iconic landmarks like Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, and Half Dome, as well as the deep reaches of Tenaya Canyon. Though…

Distance: 7.6 Km • Elevation gain: 1,254 m • Maximum elevation: 2,208 m

The hike to Hawksbill Summit via the Lower Hawksbill Trail is a moderately challenging hike through a lush, forested path that eventually opens up to stunning panoramic views from the highest peak in Shenandoah National Park. Along the route, hikers navigate rocky terrain, pass through shaded woodlands lined…

Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 190 m • Maximum elevation: 1,217 m

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

Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 672 m • Maximum elevation: 1,225 m

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

Distance: 4.7 Km • Elevation gain: 317 m • Maximum elevation: 2,078 m

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

Distance: 7.4 Km • Elevation gain: 434 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

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

Distance: 1.8 Km • Elevation gain: 241 m • Maximum elevation: 1,621 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 through Weir Canyon Regional Park. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature #Park

Distance: 4.3 Km • Elevation gain: 152 m • Maximum elevation: 369 m

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

Distance: 0.8 Km • Elevation gain: 67 m • Maximum elevation: 1,619 m

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

Distance: 5.1 Km • Elevation gain: 288 m • Maximum elevation: 1,356 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 from North Kaibab Trailhead to Bright Angel Trailhead via Coconino Overlook, Cotonwood Campground, Bright Angel Creek, Phantom Ranch Village, Bright Angel Site, River Trail, Colorado River, Bright Angel Suspension Bridge, Pipe Creek, Garden Creek, Havasupai Gardens Campground and Mary Jane Coulter Lookout…

Distance: 37.6 Km • Elevation gain: 2,803 m • Maximum elevation: 2,517 m

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

Distance: 5.0 Km • Elevation gain: 345 m • Maximum elevation: 388 m

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

Distance: 13.7 Km • Elevation gain: 771 m • Maximum elevation: 2,154 m

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

Distance: 9.2 Km • Elevation gain: 736 m • Maximum elevation: 1,837 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 via Starved Rock, French Canyon, Lovers Leap Overlook, Eagle Cliff Overlook, Wildcat Canyon Waterfall and Sandstone Point Overlook in the Starved Rock State Park along the Illinois River. #Hiking #Loop #Rock #Nature #River #Forest #Park #Fall

Distance: 4.9 Km • Elevation gain: 147 m • Maximum elevation: 179 m

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

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 110 m • Maximum elevation: 393 m

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

Distance: 11.8 Km • Elevation gain: 573 m • Maximum elevation: 561 m

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

Distance: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 431 m • Maximum elevation: 943 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 via Devil's Garden Trail, Pine Tree Arch Trail, Tunnel Arch Viewpoint, Pine Tree Arch Viewpoint, Devil's Garden Primitive Trail Loop, Private Arch Trail, Dark Angel Trail, Dark Viewpoint, Double O Arch Trail, Black Arch Overlook Trail, Navajo Arch Trail, Partition Arch Trail and Landscape Arch…

Distance: 13.6 Km • Elevation gain: 421 m • Maximum elevation: 1,681 m

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

Distance: 12.3 Km • Elevation gain: 498 m • Maximum elevation: 204 m

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

Distance: 32.3 Km • Elevation gain: 697 m • Maximum elevation: 345 m

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

Distance: 12.1 Km • Elevation gain: 633 m • Maximum elevation: 1,046 m

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

Distance: 8.4 Km • Elevation gain: 662 m • Maximum elevation: 2,108 m

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

Distance: 7.6 Km • Elevation gain: 283 m • Maximum elevation: 358 m

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

Distance: 2.8 Km • Elevation gain: 48 m • Maximum elevation: 1,819 m

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

Distance: 10.4 Km • Elevation gain: 222 m • Maximum elevation: 1,410 m

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

Distance: 16.7 Km • Elevation gain: 381 m • Maximum elevation: 1,486 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

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

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 536 m • Maximum elevation: 2,147 m

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

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

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

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

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

Distance: 12.1 Km • Elevation gain: 560 m • Maximum elevation: 375 m

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

Distance: 10.2 Km • Elevation gain: 308 m • Maximum elevation: 1,678 m

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

Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 273 m • Maximum elevation: 2,327 m

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

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 391 m • Maximum elevation: 164 m

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

Distance: 9.2 Km • Elevation gain: 494 m • Maximum elevation: 527 m

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

Distance: 3.8 Km • Elevation gain: 83 m • Maximum elevation: 1,935 m

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

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 688 m • Maximum elevation: 1,225 m

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

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 332 m • Maximum elevation: 334 m

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

Distance: 22.7 Km • Elevation gain: 1,036 m • Maximum elevation: 2,305 m

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

Distance: 7.7 Km • Elevation gain: 336 m • Maximum elevation: 1,939 m

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

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 413 m • Maximum elevation: 1,019 m

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

Distance: 6.6 Km • Elevation gain: 193 m • Maximum elevation: 687 m

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

Distance: 25.0 Km • Elevation gain: 841 m • Maximum elevation: 166 m

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

Distance: 10.8 Km • Elevation gain: 418 m • Maximum elevation: 2,138 m

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

Distance: 13.6 Km • Elevation gain: 303 m • Maximum elevation: 1,558 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

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

Distance: 27.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,434 m • Maximum elevation: 3,756 m

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

Distance: 14.7 Km • Elevation gain: 495 m • Maximum elevation: 521 m

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

Distance: 2.8 Km • Elevation gain: 51 m • Maximum elevation: 2,248 m

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

Distance: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 258 m • Maximum elevation: 388 m

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

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 94 m • Maximum elevation: 55 m

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

Distance: 14.1 Km • Elevation gain: 353 m • Maximum elevation: 2,247 m

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

Distance: 4.9 Km • Elevation gain: 151 m • Maximum elevation: 102 m

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

Distance: 4.5 Km • Elevation gain: 176 m • Maximum elevation: 2,186 m

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

Distance: 9.1 Km • Elevation gain: 448 m • Maximum elevation: 2,189 m

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

Distance: 8.1 Km • Elevation gain: 535 m • Maximum elevation: 1,064 m

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

Distance: 3.5 Km • Elevation gain: 141 m • Maximum elevation: 250 m

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

Distance: 5.7 Km • Elevation gain: 164 m • Maximum elevation: 103 m

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

Distance: 5.5 Km • Elevation gain: 406 m • Maximum elevation: 1,071 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

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

Distance: 24.7 Km • Elevation gain: 1,432 m • Maximum elevation: 3,139 m

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

Distance: 1.7 Km • Elevation gain: 95 m • Maximum elevation: 761 m

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

Distance: 5.5 Km • Elevation gain: 150 m • Maximum elevation: 762 m

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

Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 324 m • Maximum elevation: 583 m

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

Distance: 9.9 Km • Elevation gain: 487 m • Maximum elevation: 440 m

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

Distance: 3.5 Km • Elevation gain: 88 m • Maximum elevation: 555 m

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

Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 508 m • Maximum elevation: 440 m

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

Distance: 6.8 Km • Elevation gain: 357 m • Maximum elevation: 295 m

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

Distance: 4.6 Km • Elevation gain: 225 m • Maximum elevation: 1,217 m

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

Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 101 m • Maximum elevation: 316 m

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

Distance: 9.5 Km • Elevation gain: 167 m • Maximum elevation: 289 m

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

Distance: 3.9 Km • Elevation gain: 44 m • Maximum elevation: 321 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

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

Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 112 m • Maximum elevation: 323 m

Bryce Canyon National Park #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Rock #Arch #Overlook

Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 479 m • Maximum elevation: 2,535 m

The Yellow Rock Loop Trail offers a captivating hiking experience characterized by unique rock formations, scenic overlooks, and a blend of shaded woodland paths. As you ascend, you'll encounter a variety of natural features, including sandstone crevices and bluffs, leading to the impressive Yellow Rock…

Distance: 4.3 Km • Elevation gain: 165 m • Maximum elevation: 438 m

The Falls Branch Loop Trail offers a picturesque hiking experience characterized by lush forests, charming wooden bridges, and a stunning waterfall. As you traverse the trail, you'll encounter a scenic overlook that provides breathtaking views of Lake Catherine, adding to the trail's beauty. This relatively…

Distance: 2.7 Km • Elevation gain: 74 m • Maximum elevation: 168 m

The hike to Big Bluff Overlook offers a stunning blend of natural beauty and challenging terrain. As you make your way along the Centerpoint Trail and the narrow Goat Trail, you’re treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the Buffalo River winding through the Ozark Mountains, with ample opportunities to…

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 362 m • Maximum elevation: 666 m

The Whitaker Point Trail offers a captivating journey through the lush landscapes of the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, leading to the iconic Hawksbill Crag. Hikers will experience a variety of natural features, including dense forests, rocky outcrops, and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding…

Distance: 4.3 Km • Elevation gain: 139 m • Maximum elevation: 669 m

The Saddle Rock Trail offers a captivating hiking experience, showcasing a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. As you traverse the trail, you will encounter remarkable geological formations like Saddle Rock and Eagle Rock, providing striking backdrops for memorable photographs. Along the…

Distance: 6.6 Km • Elevation gain: 307 m • Maximum elevation: 1,414 m

Bryce Canyon National Park #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Rock #Overlook

Distance: 7.9 Km • Elevation gain: 455 m • Maximum elevation: 2,440 m

The Cumberland Monastery Loop offers a serene yet historically rich hiking experience. Winding through diverse trails, such as Nine Men's Misery, Orchard, and Beauregard, the route combines natural beauty with somber reminders of colonial history, highlighted by the 1676 Nine Men’s Misery memorial, one of…

Distance: 5.5 Km • Elevation gain: 75 m • Maximum elevation: 101 m

The Gordons Pond Loop offers a serene hiking experience through diverse landscapes, including picturesque salt marshes, tranquil wooded areas and the beach along the Atlantic Ocean. As you traverse the well-maintained trail, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the pond and the sea, watch for various bird…

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 24 m • Maximum elevation: 9 m

This scenic loop hike through Starved Rock State Park offers a series of rewarding overlooks, each with its own panoramic views of the Illinois River and sandstone cliffs. Starting at Starved Rock, the route takes you through several notable spots like Lovers Leap and Eagle Cliff, where sweeping views of the…

Distance: 4.1 Km • Elevation gain: 119 m • Maximum elevation: 178 m

This loop hike through Starved Rock State Park offers a diverse and scenic experience, showcasing stunning overlooks like Lovers Leap and Eagle Cliff, where the expansive views of the Illinois River are breathtaking. The trail meanders through lush canyons, such as LaSalle and Wildcat, where cascading…

Distance: 7.2 Km • Elevation gain: 220 m • Maximum elevation: 185 m

This hike offers an invigorating experience amidst stunning natural beauty. As you ascend, the trail presents scenic overlooks that reward your effort with expansive views of the Farmington Valley, particularly stunning during the fall foliage season. At the summit, the historic Heublein Tower stands proudly,…

Distance: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 157 m • Maximum elevation: 281 m

The Stairway to Heaven Trail offers a diverse and memorable hiking experience, weaving through wetland boardwalks, a stunning suspension bridge, and rocky forest trails up to expansive mountain views. Beginning with the serene Pochuck Boardwalk, the route passes through marshland alive with turtles and…

Distance: 11.5 Km • Elevation gain: 333 m • Maximum elevation: 387 m

This loop provides a scenic hike with varied landscapes, beginning along the serene shores of Scarlet Oak Pond and climbing to viewpoints like Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge, where sweeping views extend across Bergen County and, on clear days, toward the New York City skyline. This trail is highlighted by its…

Distance: 5.6 Km • Elevation gain: 226 m • Maximum elevation: 250 m

Hiking the Red Dot Trail offers an invigorating experience with stunning views of the Delaware River and the surrounding Kittatinny Mountains. As you ascend, you'll encounter rocky sections that provide rewarding overlooks, especially during the fall when the foliage is vibrant. This route not only highlights…

Distance: 4.1 Km • Elevation gain: 344 m • Maximum elevation: 437 m

The Stairway to Heaven Trail offers a compelling hiking experience characterized by its rocky terrain and stunning vistas. As you ascend, you'll traverse through lush forests and navigate sections that require careful footing, particularly as you near the top. The breathtaking views of the Kittatinny Mountains…

Distance: 4.6 Km • Elevation gain: 271 m • Maximum elevation: 408 m

This loop hike offers an invigorating blend of stunning vistas and diverse terrain. Hikers can enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline, while navigating through a variety of landscapes, including rocky outcrops and serene forest paths. Notable features along the route include the…

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 316 m • Maximum elevation: 166 m