United States

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Top Hiking Spots in and near United States

  • Mariposa County, California

    Hike to Turtleback Dome

    1.4 mi / 350 ft gain
    Turtleback Dome will provide you with views of southern Yosemite and the Valley in a less crowded area. This hike on a service road is relatively easy with a slight elevation gain over the entire 0.7 miles. To get to the Trailhead, take Wawona Road north towards the valley. Use the referenced poi...
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  • Seattle, Washington

    Loop Trail - Discovery Park

    3.5 mi / 200 ft gain
    The Loop Trail in Discovery Park offers a nice respite from the city, with views of the Puget Sound, open fields and forest. Given it's a loop, there are a couple of different options to begin the hike. The most common is to park at the East Visitor Center Parking lot and take a short connector t...
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  • Big Bear, California

    Alpine Pedal Path

    5.0
    5.08 mi / 292 ft gain
    Alpine Pedal Path is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Big Bear Lake, California.
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  • Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

    Walk the Paseo del Rio Trail

    1 mi / 6 ft gain
    This is a great scenic walk near the town of Truth or Consequences (which is a unique and fun town to explore). I stopped here to stretch my legs and take my dog on a little walk when we were making a long drive up Interstate 25. However, there is also camping here for $10 a night at a self-pay s...
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  • Chesterfield, Virginia

    Co-op Trail

    4.0
    4.03 mi / 574 ft gain
    Co-op Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Chesterfield County, Virginia.
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  • Corvallis, Oregon

    Hike Bald Hill

    4.0
    2.7 mi / 452 ft gain
    This is a short hike on the outskirts of Corvallis.  It's a popular hiking/trail running destination. There are several vantage points that overlook the city of Corvallis and Willamette Valley.  It's a great place to visit if you want to do a short hike in the town of Corvallis.
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  • Norfolk, Virginia

    Norfolk Botanical Gardens

    3.0
    3.74 mi / 308 ft gain
    Norfolk Botanical Gardens is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Norfolk, Virginia.
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  • Jericho, Vermont

    Americana and Mobbs Hill Loop

    4.0
    2.83 mi / 515 ft gain
    Americana and Mobbs Hill Loop is a loop trail that is moderately difficult located near Jericho, Vermont.
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  • Bloomington, Indiana

    Hike the Leonard Springs Nature Park Loop

    1.1 mi / 141 ft gain
    The Leonard Springs Nature Loop is a 1.1 mile loop hike features a waterfall. This hike near Bloomington is well-hike and relatively easy to follow and is dog-friendly. 
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  • Norwich, Connecticut

    Explore Yantic Falls Historic District

    0.3 mi / 26 ft gain
    The Yantic Falls Historic District encompasses a historic mill and associated worker housing on Yantic Street in Norwich, Connecticut. The 10 acre area includes a complex of mill buildings arrayed along the Yantic River, and a group of three brick mill worker houses. Today, Yantic Falls is part d...
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  • Moab, Utah

    Rock Climb Dragonfly Canyon

    5 mi / 400 ft gain
    This canyon is a bit more advanced as it requires a mandatory swim and most likely a section of wet pot holes to surmount which, if dry, can also pose their own challenge. You will need standard canyoneering gear as well as two 60m ropes for the last rappel. Start by parking on a small pullout on...
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  • Corvallis, Oregon

    McCulloch Peak Loop

    5.0
    7.17 mi / 1719 ft gain
    McCulloch Peak Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Corvallis, Oregon.
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  • Kaneohe, Hawaii

    Likeke Falls Trail

    5.0
    0.81 mi / 289 ft gain
    Likeke Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii.
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  • Moab, Utah

    Hike the Gooseberry Trail in Canyonlands

    4.0
    4.2 mi / 1548 ft gain
    This hike will take your breath away—literally. You will experience stunning views of Canyonlands National Park while literally stepping down the side of a cliff. Once you get to the valley floor, continue on to the smaller cliffs of the White Rim. To get there, follow Grand View Point Road down ...
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  • Lowman, Idaho

    Hell Roaring Creek Trail to Hell Roaring Lake

    11.16 mi / 787 ft gain
    Hell Roaring Creek Trail in Lowman, Idaho, is a moderately challenging hiking trail that stretches for about 11.16 miles. The trail features a steady elevation gain of 787 feet, making it suitable for intermediate hikers. The trail leads to the stunning Hell Roaring Lake, a high-altitude body of ...
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  • Pleasanton, California

    Courdet Trail and Schuhart Trail

    5.24 mi / 1122 ft gain
    This is a 5+ mile out and back trail through the hills in the South Bay. The beginning of the hike has a steeper incline and then becomes more gradual later on. There is a beautiful views of the South Bay that are enjoyable in the day, but are fantastic in the evening. Some areas of the trail hav...
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