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The Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte offers a stunning and challenging hike through the Great Smoky Mountains. Starting with gentle inclines through lush forest, highlights include crossing Alum Cave Creek, the natural arch of Arch Rock, and panoramic views from Inspiration Point. Beyond the iconic Alum Cave…

Distance: 19.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,206 m • Maximum elevation: 1,994 m

This loop in Kentucky’s Natural Bridge State Resort Park takes hikers through a vibrant forest landscape, leading to sweeping cliffside views and impressive sandstone formations. Notable highlights include the breathtaking view from atop the Natural Bridge and the thrilling descent through narrow rock…

Distance: 3.2 Km • Elevation gain: 182 m • Maximum elevation: 393 m

The Millbrook Mountain and Gertrude’s Nose Trail Loop is a captivating hiking experience that showcases the rugged beauty of the Shawangunk Ridge. As you ascend, expect to be surrounded by ancient pitch pines and diverse flora, while the trail offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and…

Distance: 11.3 Km • Elevation gain: 306 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m

The Oberg Mountain Loop Trail is a rewarding hike, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding forest, lakes, and distant mountains. Along the trail, you’ll experience several scenic overlooks that provide sweeping vistas of the blue expanse of Lake Superior, the rugged Sawtooth Mountains, and the dense,…

Distance: 3.7 Km • Elevation gain: 180 m • Maximum elevation: 462 m

The Bean and Bear Lakes Loop offers hikers a delightful experience of Minnesota’s rugged natural beauty. As you wind through thick forests, you’ll encounter breathtaking vistas of the lakes, with expansive views of the surrounding hills and the tranquil waters below. The trail, with its moderate elevation…

Distance: 11.1 Km • Elevation gain: 371 m • Maximum elevation: 454 m

The Auxier Ridge Trail offers a rewarding hike with breathtaking panoramic views, especially as it climbs the narrow ridge toward Courthouse Rock. Along the way, hikers will encounter striking geological features like Haystack Rock and Wizard's Backbone, while experiencing varied landscapes that include lush…

Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 256 m • Maximum elevation: 391 m

The Dune Climb Trail is a rewarding, albeit challenging, experience for visitors looking to take in stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The climb itself leads up a towering sand dune, offering vistas of Little Glen Lake from the first plateau and expansive dunes that stretch toward Lake…

Distance: 5.9 Km • Elevation gain: 200 m • Maximum elevation: 257 m

This loop is a must for nature lovers seeking expansive views of Lake Superior, dramatic cliffs, and unique rock formations. Starting through lush forests, the trail reveals Chapel Falls and the iconic Chapel Rock, a sandstone formation crowned with a lone tree—a marvel of natural resilience. Grand Portal…

Distance: 15.6 Km • Elevation gain: 425 m • Maximum elevation: 256 m

The hike to Black Balsam Knob is a favorite for its sweeping views and unique, treeless balds that stretch along the ridge. As you ascend, grassy fields and open skies create an almost alpine atmosphere, with uninterrupted 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding you at the summit. Whether you…

Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 102 m • Maximum elevation: 1,886 m

The Hawksbill Mountain Trail offers hikers an accessible but rewarding adventure in the heart of the Linville Gorge Wilderness. As you climb through rhododendron-filled forests, you’ll encounter rock outcroppings that reward you with breathtaking panoramic views of the gorge below, including vistas of Table…

Distance: 3.4 Km • Elevation gain: 207 m • Maximum elevation: 1,202 m

The Looking Glass Rock Trail offers an engaging and moderately strenuous hike with spectacular mountain views. Starting near a gentle stream, the path leads through lush rhododendron and laurel tunnels, eventually bringing you to a rocky clearing used as a helicopter pad. From there, the trail climbs further…

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 543 m • Maximum elevation: 1,192 m

The hike to the Kuwohi Observation Tower offers stunning panoramic views from the highest point in the park, previously known as Clingmans Dome. As you ascend the paved, yet steep, trail, you'll be rewarded with vistas of expansive mountain ranges, including Sugarland Mountain and the Elkmont area. On clear…

Distance: 2.1 Km • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 2,021 m

The Mount Major Trail and Brook Trail Loop offers an enjoyable and scenic hike suitable for most skill levels. The route features breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the White Mountains from the summit, with opportunities to admire the lush forest, rocky outcroppings, and interesting…

Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 344 m • Maximum elevation: 539 m

The Welch-Dickey Loop Trail offers a diverse hiking experience, taking hikers through scenic woodlands, rocky outcrops, and granite slabs. As you ascend to the summits of Welch and Dickey Mountains, you'll encounter expansive views of surrounding peaks, including Sandwich Mountain, Mount Weetamoo, and parts of…

Distance: 6.8 Km • Elevation gain: 520 m • Maximum elevation: 822 m

The Noccalula Falls and Gorge Loop Trail offers a scenic mix of forested paths, rocky terrain, and breathtaking views of Noccalula Falls cascading into the gorge below. Hikers are drawn to the unique perspective offered by trails that pass beneath the falls and by a suspension bridge spanning the creek, giving…

Distance: 3.2 Km • Elevation gain: 71 m • Maximum elevation: 216 m

The King's Chair Overlook hike offers hikers an opportunity to experience stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, especially to the south of Birmingham. The route is characterized by a moderate difficulty, with a steep initial climb that gives way to more manageable terrain, rewarding visitors…

Distance: 5.5 Km • Elevation gain: 188 m • Maximum elevation: 349 m

The hike to Blood Mountain offers a fantastic immersion into the serene beauty of North Georgia's mountainous landscape. Along the route, hikers are treated to dense, moss-filled forests, rocky outcrops, and breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, where one can gaze out over the Blue Ridge Mountains. The…

Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 429 m • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m

The Mount Yonah Trail presents a rewarding hike for those prepared for a challenge. As you ascend through lush forests of hardwoods and pines, you’ll encounter rocky outcroppings and steep sections, with the ultimate payoff being breathtaking panoramic views from the summit. From here, hikers can enjoy…

Distance: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 477 m • Maximum elevation: 951 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

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

Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 884 m • Maximum elevation: 1,332 m

The Balanced Rock and Devil's Doorway Loop offers a unique blend of breathtaking vistas and challenging terrain, rewarding hikers with views of the lake and surrounding bluffs. The route includes steep stone steps along the Balanced Rock Trail, ascending through dense pine forest to views of Devil's Lake, with…

Distance: 2.3 Km • Elevation gain: 150 m • Maximum elevation: 433 m

This loop offers hikers a spectacular journey through some of the most stunning landscapes in Devil's Lake State Park. Along this route, you will encounter dramatic rock formations, including the iconic Devil's Doorway, which provides breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding bluffs, and the Balanced…

Distance: 4.3 Km • Elevation gain: 159 m • Maximum elevation: 434 m

The Eagle Loop Trail offers a captivating hiking experience characterized by its rugged terrain and stunning views. As you traverse the trail, you'll encounter towering limestone bluffs, lush cedar forests, and breathtaking panoramas of Green Bay, including glimpses of Horseshoe Island. The path is lined with…

Distance: 3.4 Km • Elevation gain: 94 m • Maximum elevation: 240 m

This loop offers a captivating hiking experience with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding bluffs. This moderately strenuous route features diverse terrain, including wooded paths and rocky inclines, leading to the iconic Devil's Doorway, a striking rock formation that serves as a fantastic backdrop…

Distance: 4.6 Km • Elevation gain: 171 m • Maximum elevation: 448 m

The Devil's Lake Loop offers an enchanting hiking experience that highlights the striking beauty of Wisconsin's natural landscape. Along the route, hikers will encounter breathtaking views from the West Bluff Trail, characterized by towering quartzite cliffs and expansive vistas of Devil’s Lake, making it a…

Distance: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 312 m • Maximum elevation: 441 m

The Bear Island Loop offers hikers a dynamic mix of terrain with scenic views of the Potomac River. Along the route, you'll encounter sections of peaceful canal pathways, rugged rock scrambles, and sweeping vistas of Mather Gorge. The trail's natural beauty is complemented by opportunities for exploration,…

Distance: 6.1 Km • Elevation gain: 87 m • Maximum elevation: 52 m

This loop hike offers a diverse experience, combining the rugged adventure of the Billy Goat Trail with the peaceful ambiance of the C&O Canal Trail. The Billy Goat Trail (Section A) is particularly notable for its rock scrambles and dramatic views of the Potomac River and Mather Gorge, providing a thrilling,…

Distance: 8.1 Km • Elevation gain: 91 m • Maximum elevation: 59 m

The Breakneck Ridge Loop is a thrilling hiking adventure, characterized by its steep ascents and exhilarating rock scrambles. Along the route, hikers are treated to spectacular panoramic views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains, particularly at the Flagpole area and other scenic points. The trail…

Distance: 5.1 Km • Elevation gain: 380 m • Maximum elevation: 364 m

The hike along the Cascade Mountain Trail to both Cascade and Porter Mountains offers a rewarding experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding Adirondack peaks and Lake Champlain. The well-maintained trail features a gradual ascent with rocky sections that culminate in stunning panoramic vistas from…

Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 668 m • Maximum elevation: 1,226 m

The Kaaterskill Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through the lush forest of the Catskills, leading to breathtaking views of one of New York's tallest waterfalls. Hikers can enjoy multiple vantage points, including a well-maintained viewing platform, where the cascading water plunges dramatically into the…

Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 114 m • Maximum elevation: 634 m

The Wolf Rock and Chimney Rock Loop is a scenic, moderate hike that offers a blend of rocky terrain and breathtaking vistas. As you journey through dense hardwood forests, you'll encounter two major rock formations: Wolf Rock, a vast rocky ridge, and Chimney Rock, a prominent outcrop that provides panoramic…

Distance: 6.2 Km • Elevation gain: 253 m • Maximum elevation: 464 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 Devil's Pulpit Overlook Loop on Monument Mountain offers a moderately challenging hike rich in both natural beauty and historical significance. Combining the Hickey Trail, Peeskawso Peak Trail, and Mohican Monument Trail, the loop winds through dense forest, revealing ancient quartzite rock formations and…

Distance: 4.0 Km • Elevation gain: 205 m • Maximum elevation: 464 m

The Falls Trail and Highland Trail Loop at Ricketts Glen State Park is renowned for its breathtaking array of waterfalls, with hikers encountering a stunning collection of 21 named falls along the route such as the impressive Ganoga Falls and the serene F.L. Ricketts Falls. The trail meanders through lush…

Distance: 7.0 Km • Elevation gain: 262 m • Maximum elevation: 686 m

The Mount Minsi Loop Trail is a rewarding hiking experience featuring diverse landscapes and breathtaking viewpoints. As you ascend, the trail reveals stunning vistas such as the dramatic Lookout Rock and the expansive views from Minsi Lookout, which showcases the winding Delaware River and Mount Tammany…

Distance: 7.7 Km • Elevation gain: 348 m • Maximum elevation: 439 m

The Hemlock Falls Loop offers a delightful hiking experience that combines lush woodlands and stunning views. Along the trail, hikers will encounter the picturesque Hemlock Falls, a striking 25-foot waterfall, as well as Washington Rock, which provides breathtaking vistas of the surrounding area. The trail is…

Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 241 m • Maximum elevation: 169 m

The Bear Mountain Loop Trail offers a delightful hiking experience characterized by its diverse terrain and stunning vistas. Hikers can enjoy the rugged beauty of rock scrambles leading to the summit, where the remnants of a historic stone tower provide a picturesque backdrop for breathtaking views of the…

Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 479 m • Maximum elevation: 701 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

The Bluff Trail and Canyon Trail Loop offers a captivating hiking experience through diverse landscapes. Hikers will encounter impressive rock formations, lush vegetation, and seasonal waterfalls that enhance the park's natural beauty. The trail features scenic overlooks with breathtaking views of the…

Distance: 3.8 Km • Elevation gain: 63 m • Maximum elevation: 193 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