United States
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Jamestown, Tennessee
Hike to Indian Rockhouse
0.4 mi / 65 ft gainThis hike is a great, short hike for all ages. It shows the sandstone formation of the area very well and features a large cliff, an overhang, and a small stream at the bottom. The hike is only 0.4 of a mile total and has a small elevation change. It is probably the easiest hike in this area. Th...Read more -
Boulder Junction, Wisconsin
Hike the Fallison Lake Nature Trail
2.5 miReachable by car or along the Heart of Vilas paved bike trail, start your trip by filling up your water bottle at the old manual well pump (if you forget there's another at the halfway point!). Turn right to start down the rolling 2.5 mile Red trail. If you're short on time, you can cut off some ...Read more -
Escondido, California
Camp at Dixon Lake
2.1 mi / 295 ft gainDixon Lake is Escondido's best kept secret! A man-made reservoir located right next to Daley Ranch, Dixon Lake offers overnight camping, boat rentals, fishing, and hiking, along with picnic areas, a kids park, and more. The campground is open year-round and is located next to the lake with a lof...Read more -
Pope County, Illinois
Hike to Indian Kitchen
4.8 mi / 192 ft gainDesignated a national natural landmark in 1980, Lusk Creek Canyon is the name of a 906-acre canyon located within the Lusk Creek Wilderness Area of the Shawnee National Forest in Pope County, Illinois. The Lusk Creek Canyon Nature Preserve and National Natural Landmark features an outstanding sce...Read more -
New Caney, Texas
Peach Creek Loop
4.01.79 mi / 95 ft gainThis hike is enjoyable for anyone. The trails are open for use year round and are shared by hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners. Parking is available off of Nature Center Rd. Avoid after heavy rains as trails may be damaged due to flooding.Read more -
Ozark, Illinois
Hike Bell Smiths Springs
1.5 mi / 164 ft gainFour separate trails make up the 8 miles of available hikes in the Bell Smith Springs National Natural Landmark. The dirt trails can be moderate to difficult in some areas. Please, stay on designated trails. The trails pass under large shelter bluffs and various rock formations while offering vie...Read more -
Pāhoa, Hawaii
Thurston Lava Tube Trail
4.50.46 mi / 66 ft gainThurston Lava Tube Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pahala, Hawaii, Hawaii.Read more -
Kalispell, Montana
Notch Trail, Overlook Trail, and Plum Creek Road Loop
3.85 mi / 801 ft gainNotch Trail, Overlook Trail, and Plum Creek Road Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Kalispell, Montana.Read more -
Fallon, Nevada
Catch a Sunset At Sand Mountain
1 mi / 600 ft gainThe Sand Dunes are located along "The Loneliest Road in America" US-Hwy 50, 85 miles east of Reno, Nevada. The 650 foot high, and almost 5,000 acres of rare dunes are literally in the middle of no where. From Fallon, Nevada on US-Hwy 50, head east for 25 miles until you see the dunes just off the...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Canyoneering Lambs Knoll
5.01 mi / 200 ft gainLocated just outside of Zion National Park's boundaries, Lamb's Knoll is a popular destination among adventure seekers. This area is unique as it offers routes for both climbing and canyoneering. Perfect for beginners, the canyoneering routes at Lamb's Knoll are half day routes that takes you thr...Read more -
Douglas City, California
Camp at Steel Bridge Campground
Steel Bridge is located along the Trinity River. About three miles east of Douglas City on State Highway 299, turn north onto Steel Bridge Road and go about 2 miles to the campground.This campground is open from Mid-May until winter weather forces closure. The campground is home to 12 camping s...Read more -
Newport News, Virginia
Hike Noland Loop Trail
4.84.8 mi / 154 ft gainGreat hike right in the city of Newport News. It is a loop trail that is 4.8 miles and has a moderate level of traffic. Easy, good for all skill levels Pet friendly Water and wooded views with lots of shade throughoutClearly marked trail No bikesParking at Mariners Museum and at Lions Bridge; ...Read more -
Baker, Nevada
Backpack on the Baker/Johnson Lake Loop
12 mi / 3300 ft gainCheck out a quieter side of Great Basin National Park by spending a night camped at Baker Lake. There are several opportunities to pitch your tent along the way, or you can choose a spot right on the shores of the lake. On the weekend we were there, there was only one other party spending the nig...Read more -
Seney, Michigan
Au Sable Point Lighthouse
3.01 mi / 157 ft gainThis was a fun visit while at the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. There was a volunteer couple running the lighthouse portion and they were friendly, kind, and well informed. The tour itself (led by a NPS ranger I believe) was just ok, but it was still interesting. The views at the top of th...Read more -
Mount Desert, Maine
Sargent Mountain via South Ridge Trail
6.76 mi / 1293 ft gainThis has been one of my favorite winter adventures that I have had in a long time. There were gorgeous views of Somes Sound, we saw three snowy owls and there is a gorgeous frozen waterfall on the way up to the summit! Because much of the Park Loop Road is closed in winter, we started our hike ...Read more -
Culberson County, Texas
Devil's Hall Trail
5.03.85 mi / 692 ft gainStart your hike from the campground area. There are several trailheads there. Hike for about a mile through some forested and cacti covered area with great views of the river valley and the Permian reef. After the first mile the trail descents into a wash and you can follow the wash doing some ...Read more