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The Glacier Vista via Skyline Trail offers breathtaking views of Mount Rainier and the Nisqually Glacier, with expansive vistas of the surrounding valleys. As hikers ascend, they will pass through wildflower meadows in the warmer months and experience dramatic alpine terrain, often encountering glaciers and…

Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 298 m • Maximum elevation: 1,951 m

The hike to Ediza Lake via the Shadow Creek Trail offers a remarkable journey through the scenic heart of the Ansel Adams Wilderness. As you pass Shadow Lake, you'll witness serene waters framed by towering peaks, while the trail winds through lush forests, cascading streams, and wildflower-filled meadows.…

Distance: 6.8 mi • Elevation gain: 463 m • Maximum elevation: 2,839 m

The Bellows Pipe Trail on Mount Greylock provides a scenic ascent through dense forests, culminating in stunning summit views. Hikers pass through lush hardwood groves, a segment of the Appalachian Trail, and reach the iconic Veterans War Memorial Tower, which offers expansive vistas of the surrounding…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 683 m • Maximum elevation: 1,062 m

The Adelmann Mine trail offers a captivating hike through diverse landscapes, including forests and open meadows. As you approach the historic gold mine, you'll encounter remnants of mining operations along with scenic views of the surrounding mountains and Boise River, making it a rewarding experience for…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 426 m • Maximum elevation: 1,511 m

The Table Rock Viewpoint and Quarry Loop Trail is a well-loved hike offering panoramic views of the city, the Boise River, and the surrounding foothills. Starting near the Old Idaho Penitentiary, this moderately challenging trail winds through sagebrush and grasslands, leading to a flat mesa with a prominent…

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 293 m • Maximum elevation: 1,113 m

The Clark Creek Improved Loop Trail is a scenic destination known for its beautiful waterfalls and diverse landscapes. As you hike, you'll encounter well-maintained gravel paths, wooden bridges, and stairways, making it accessible for hikers of all levels while providing opportunities to observe local wildlife…

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 120 m • Maximum elevation: 130 m

The Clark Creek Primitive Loop Trail offers a rewarding hike through dense hardwood forests and rugged terrain, punctuated by a series of cascading waterfalls. As you navigate steep hills and cross over boulder-strewn creeks, the scenic beauty of loess bluff formations and shaded groves adds to the trail's…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 210 m • Maximum elevation: 129 m

The Clark Creek Improved Trail offers a delightful hiking experience through lush woodlands and picturesque landscapes. As you traverse the well-maintained paths, you'll encounter numerous cascading waterfalls, which are particularly stunning after rainfall. The trail's accessibility, with gravel paths and…

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 137 m • Maximum elevation: 130 m

The Angel’s Rest Trail offers a rewarding hike with sweeping views of the Columbia River, surrounding mountains, and lush forests. As you ascend, the trail passes through forested sections with occasional stream crossings before opening up to vistas, especially after the landscape thinned from past…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 487 m • Maximum elevation: 477 m

The Skyline Loop Trail via Panorama Point in Mount Rainier National Park offers an unforgettable hiking experience characterized by breathtaking views and diverse landscapes. As you traverse the trail, you'll encounter vibrant wildflower meadows, glacial vistas, and panoramic views of iconic peaks, including…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 581 m • Maximum elevation: 2,143 m

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 353 m • Maximum elevation: 2,646 m

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Noth Fork Holmes Creek. #Hike #Canyon #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 422 m • Maximum elevation: 1,894 m

Hike to Mount Greylock via Glen Meadow Loop, Bellows Pipe Trail, Thunderbolt Ski Trail and Appalachian Trail in the Mount Greylock State Reservation and the Greylock Glen. #Hike #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Appalachian

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 729 m • Maximum elevation: 1,062 m

Loop hike to Boucher Hill via State Park Road, Boucher Trail, Adams Trail and Scott's Cabin Trail in the Palomar Mountain State Park. #Hike #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Park

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 269 m • Maximum elevation: 1,660 m

Hike from Palm Desert to The Cross in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Mountain #Desert #Nature

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 207 m • Maximum elevation: 307 m

Hike from Madison Spring Hut to Mount Jefferson via Star Lake, Mount Adams, Israel Ridge, Gulfside Trail and Mount Jefferson Trail in the Great Gulf Wilderness and the White Mountain National Forest. #Hike #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 522 m • Maximum elevation: 1,754 m

Hike from Grand Lake to Lake Verna via East Inlet Trail, Adams Falls and Lone Pine Lake in the Rocky Mountain National Park. #Hike #Mountain #Park #Forest #Nature #River #Lake #Falls

Distance: 13.8 mi • Elevation gain: 781 m • Maximum elevation: 3,118 m

Hike via Mount Madison, Mount Adams, Mount Jefferson, Mount Washington, Mount Monroe, Mount Franklin, Mount Eisenhower, Mount Pierce and Mount Jackson in the White Mountain National Forest. #Hike #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake

Distance: 20.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,545 m • Maximum elevation: 1,911 m

Loop hike from Appalachia Trailhead to Mount Adams and Mount Madison via Airline Trail, Gulfside Trail, Madison Spring Hut, Osgood Trail, Watson Path and Valley Way in the Whites Mountains National Forest. #Hike #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,511 m • Maximum elevation: 1,754 m

Strawberry Hill Nature Reserve

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 121 m • Maximum elevation: 343 m