United States
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Junction City, California
Camp at Junction City Campground
3.0Junction City Campground is home to 22 tent/trailer campsites, paved loop road, vault toilets, potable water, fire rings, and picnic tables. MAX trailer length is 40 feet. The campground is located 1.5 miles west of Junction City on State Highway 299.Dogs are welcome in the campground -- please k...Read more -
Sandpoint, Idaho
Moose Lake Trail
5.02.82 mi / 541 ft gainMoose Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Hope, Idaho.Read more -
Nags Head, North Carolina
Hike Tracks in the Sand Trail at Jockey’s Ridge State Park
4.01.2 miThis scenic trail is a 1.2 mile out and back hike that offers views of the dunes, the ocean, and Roanoke Sound. It’s a beautiful hike with 360 degree views. This is a must-do if you are in the Outer Banks area! Plus it’s one of the rare free state parks! Informative and cool visitor center F...Read more -
Dardanelle Township, Arkansas
Rim Trail and Bench Trails Loop
7.6 mi / 702 ft gainI did two loop trails (Rim Trail and Bench Trail). Mileage reflects combination of both trails plus the distance hiking between the two near sunset point. Cost to camp in a hike-in site is ~$13/night. You can't reserve a hike-in spot in advance, but they are very under utilized. I'm pretty sure ...Read more -
Pearblossom, California
Cooper Canyon Trail Camp
5.37 mi / 1214 ft gainThere's a small parking lot just below Cloudburst Summit on the way to Mount Waterman. Start your adventure there. I'd be hard-pressed to say it's more than 15 yards from the sign for the summit (7018' AMSL). There's a fire road, if you're newer to altitude and don't know how to read a map (or e...Read more -
Mariposa County, California
Yosemite Point
5.07.35 mi / 4354 ft gainStarting at the Yosemite Falls Trailhead in Yosemite Valley, the trek up to the Upper Yosemite Falls overlook has a steep 3,175 ft elevation gain across switchbacks, rocks, and gravelly trails. Hiking poles recommended, but not necessary. The trail to Yosemite Point beyond Upper Yosemite Falls ...Read more -
Witts Springs, Arkansas
Six Finger Falls
5.00.03 mi / 0 ft gainSix Finger Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Witts Springs, Arkansas.Read more -
Massanutten, Virginia
Kaylor's Knob Trail
4.03.56 mi / 381 ft gainKaylor's Knob Trail in Massanutten, Virginia is a moderately challenging hiking trail that spans approximately 3.56 miles. The trail is marked by a steady incline, making it a suitable choice for intermediate hikers. The trailhead is easily accessible, located near the Massanutten Resort. The tr...Read more -
Devils Tower, Wyoming
Devil's Tower Trail
5.01.66 mi / 256 ft gainDevil's Tower Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Devils Tower, Wyoming.Read more -
Brandywine, West Virginia
High Knob Tower Trail
4.52.46 mi / 630 ft gainHigh Knob Tower Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Brandywine, West Virginia.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Jones Creek Loop
1.5 mi / 335 ft gainNestled in a forested area on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada, Galena Creek Regional Park is seven miles up the Mt. Rose Highway from the intersection with I-580. Galena Creek flows through the park creating separate north and south portions of the park, and the Jones Creek Loop is a great...Read more -
Camp Verde, Arizona
McDonald Trail
4.00.83 mi / 351 ft gainMcDonald Trail is an out-and-back trail that in Coconino National Forest located near Camp Verde, Arizona.Read more -
Chitina, Alaska
Hike to the Bonanza Mine in the Wrangell St-Elias National Park
9 mi / 3800 ft gainThis 9 mile strenuous hike will reward the intrepid hiker with a serene setting and in-tact mining ruins for any and all to explore at will. Literally at will as there will be no park personnel telling you where you can and cannot go - it is really at your own risk! The mining ruins are halfway i...Read more -
Castleton, Vermont
Hike around Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park
Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park is a unique collection of hiking trails and walking paths that meander more than 204 acres of fields, forests, gorges, cliffs, and gardens. The best way to explore these enchanting trails is to pack a picnic and lace up your hiking boots for a full-day ramble. ...Read more -
Port Alsworth, Alaska
Photograph Brown Bears in Lake Clark National Park
1 mi / 0 ft gainNinety-Five percent of US brown bears live in Alaska, and Lake Clark National Park famously hosts the highest-density population of anywhere in the world. As many as 219 brown bears have been counted within a 54-square mile section of the coast, and it's not uncommon to see as many as 30 bears in...Read more -
Estes Park, Colorado
Photograph Elk in Moraine Park
The perspective here is vastly different from other areas in Rocky Mountain National Park as Moraine Park is essentially a large, very flat valley surrounded by tall mountains. You'll want to come during the elks' rutting season, which is between mid-September and mid-October. Park at the lot on ...Read more