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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: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 306 m • Maximum elevation: 546 m

The hike to Baptism River High Falls provides an immersive journey through some of Minnesota's most scenic forestland. Starting near the visitor center, the trail meanders alongside the Baptism River, passing rocky outcroppings and tree-lined banks before reaching the 60-foot High Falls, the tallest waterfall…

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 115 m • Maximum elevation: 274 m

The North River Loop Trail offers a dynamic hiking experience with diverse landscapes, including river views, lush forests, and open meadows. Along the route, hikers can spot a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, and enjoy picturesque vistas over the St. Croix River. With moderate elevation changes and…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 301 m

The Silver Creek Loop Trail offers a memorable outdoor experience, showcasing a variety of natural elements. Hikers are greeted with picturesque views of the St. Louis River and Silver Creek, as well as sections of dense hardwood forests filled with birch and basswood trees. Along the route, the landscape…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 92 m • Maximum elevation: 294 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: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 180 m • Maximum elevation: 462 m

This loop offers a rich blend of scenic landscapes and tranquility. Hikers are treated to diverse views of the park's iconic waterfalls, including the quieter Fifth Falls, as well as peaceful stretches along the Gooseberry River, which contrasts with the more crowded upper falls. The trails wind through lush…

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 78 m • Maximum elevation: 254 m

The Penosha Loop Trail offers a peaceful and immersive hike through a mix of hardwood forests, scenic meadows, and ridges with glimpses of nearby lakes such as Bishop Lake. This five-mile loop is moderately challenging, with gentle slopes that provide both a good workout and moments for taking in the beauty of…

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 92 m • Maximum elevation: 317 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: 3.7 mi • 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: 9.7 mi • Elevation gain: 425 m • Maximum elevation: 256 m

The Crooked Lake Loop Trail offers hikers a well-rounded outdoor experience within the scenic Pinckney Recreation Area. As it weaves through lush hardwood forests, hikers will encounter wetlands and open fields, with tranquil views of Crooked Lake. The relatively moderate trail allows ample opportunities for…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 298 m

The Maybury Hiking Trail offers a peaceful escape into nature, winding through a variety of landscapes including dense woods, open grasslands, and scenic views of a pond. Along the route, hikers can observe a rich diversity of wildlife, including various bird species, and in the spring, the forest floor comes…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 46 m • Maximum elevation: 298 m

The Sugarloaf Mountain Loop Trail provides a rewarding hike through a lush forest canopy. As you ascend, you will encounter impressive rock outcroppings and an evolving landscape that transitions into wooden stairs as you near the summit. At the top, the panoramic views encompass the vastness of Lake Superior,…

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 81 m • Maximum elevation: 310 m

The Empire Bluff Trail offers a rewarding hike through a beech-maple forest, leading to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Lake Michigan. As you progress along the trail, you’ll experience diverse natural scenery, from shady wooded areas to scenic overlooks with views of the sweeping dunes, the…

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 81 m • Maximum elevation: 300 m

The Sandstone Canyon Loop Trail offers an engaging outdoor experience with diverse landscapes. Hikers are treated to dramatic views of rugged canyons, towering sandstone cliffs, and meandering creeks, all enveloped in lush forest. Along the trail, you may spot intriguing rock formations, wildflowers in the…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 151 m • Maximum elevation: 243 m

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 144 m • Maximum elevation: 353 m

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 375 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: 1.4 mi • Elevation gain: 150 m • Maximum elevation: 433 m

The loop hike along the Ice Age Trail to the Lapham Peak Observation Tower is an immersive experience that winds through Kettle Moraine State Forest's rolling landscape, shaped by ancient glaciers. This route offers visitors sweeping views, including glimpses of Milwaukee’s skyline, nearby lakes, and Holy…

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 130 m • Maximum elevation: 370 m

The Lakeshore Trail offers a scenic hike through lush northern forests that open onto dramatic sandstone cliffs along Lake Superior. Hikers will encounter iconic views of sea caves—natural formations created by centuries of wave action—that include arches and cliffside openings where waves echo through the…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 190 m • Maximum elevation: 211 m

The West Bluff Trail and Tumbled Rocks Trail Loop offers a delightful hiking experience characterized by dramatic views of the Devil's Lake and striking geological features. Hikers can enjoy expansive vistas from the West Bluff, where rocky cliffs meet lush forests, and the tranquil shores of Devil's Lake are…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 186 m • Maximum elevation: 439 m

The Lion's Den Trail and Bluff Trail Loop offers an delightful hike with striking views of Lake Michigan and tranquil forest paths. Walking along the bluffs, hikers can look out over dramatic lake vistas, often vibrant with monarch butterflies in late summer, and follow the staircase down to a secluded beach…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 48 m • Maximum elevation: 212 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: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 159 m • Maximum elevation: 434 m

This loop offers a diverse hiking experience, showcasing stunning views of Little Falls Lake and the picturesque Willow Falls. As you traverse the well-maintained paths, you'll enjoy a blend of forest scenery, river landscapes, and opportunities to observe local wildlife and vibrant wildflowers, particularly…

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 125 m • Maximum elevation: 282 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: 2.1 mi • 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: 2.8 mi • 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: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 312 m • Maximum elevation: 441 m

The Storm King Mountain Loop is a rewarding, moderately challenging hike that brings scenic views and diverse terrain, making it popular among both locals and visitors to New York's Hudson Valley. The trail offers impressive vistas over the Hudson River, with sweeping views of the Catskill Mountains to the…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 170 m • Maximum elevation: 405 m

The Overlook Mountain hike in New York’s Catskill region is a rewarding journey blending natural beauty with historic intrigue. Hikers ascend through a steady, forested path leading to the eerie ruins of the Overlook Mountain House, an abandoned hotel whose concrete remains invite exploration and reflection.…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 422 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

The Bull Hill Loop offers a scenic and varied hike, with diverse viewpoints over the Hudson River and surrounding highlands. The trail provides steady elevation that can be challenging, but hikers are rewarded with lookouts toward Storm King Mountain, the village of Cold Spring, and even the distant New York…

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 426 m • Maximum elevation: 421 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: 6.0 mi • Elevation gain: 668 m • Maximum elevation: 1,226 m

The Bear Mountain Loop offers an invigorating hike through diverse landscapes. Starting from the serene Hessian Lake, hikers will enjoy tranquil reflections of the surrounding nature before facing the rugged inclines of the Major Welch Trail, where stunning views of the Hudson River and Bear Mountain Bridge…

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 365 m • Maximum elevation: 392 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: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 114 m • Maximum elevation: 634 m

The Glen Creek Gorge Loop offers a captivating hiking experience through a stunning landscape of waterfalls, narrow gorges, and unique rock formations. As you traverse the Gorge Trail, highlights include the dramatic Sentry Bridge and the enchanting Cavern Cascade, where the trail actually takes you behind the…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 138 m • Maximum elevation: 297 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: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 380 m • Maximum elevation: 364 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: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 253 m • Maximum elevation: 464 m

The Skippack Creek Loop Trail offers a scenic experience that combines woodland beauty with the tranquility of creek-side views. As you traverse the loop, you'll encounter charming wooden bridges, sections of the trail that wind alongside the Skippack Creek, and open fields filled with wildflowers,…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 81 m • Maximum elevation: 67 m

Hawk Falls Trail offers a delightful hiking experience characterized by its diverse natural scenery and the enchanting 25-foot waterfall at the trail's end. As you traverse the moderately easy path, you'll encounter picturesque views of Mud Run and Panther Creek, along with striking rock formations and lush…

Distance: 1.2 mi • Elevation gain: 46 m • Maximum elevation: 458 m

The High Rocks Loop Trail offers a delightful hiking experience characterized by stunning views of the Tohickon Creek and its surrounding landscapes. Along the route, hikers can enjoy the unique geological features, including towering cliffs that attract rock climbers, as well as the tranquil sound of flowing…

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 130 m

The loop combining the Mount Joy Trail, Horse-Shoe Trail, and Mount Misery Trail presents a delightful blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Hikers can expect to traverse wooded paths that offer serene views, including glimpses of the Schuylkill River and historical landmarks such as the Knox…

Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 247 m • Maximum elevation: 147 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: 4.3 mi • Elevation gain: 262 m • Maximum elevation: 686 m