Bear Creek Trail |
Evergreen, CO |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Birdwatching |
Deer, Foxes |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
Shaded areas, great for families |
Red Rock Canyon Loop |
Las Vegas, NV |
Moderate |
6.5 |
Sandstone |
Nature Photography |
Lizards, Birds |
Year-round |
Bring plenty of water |
Flatirons Vista Trail |
Boulder, CO |
Easy |
3.3 |
Dirt |
Walking, Hiking |
Elk, Prairie Dogs |
Spring, Summer |
Stunning views of the Flatirons |
Great Smoky Mountains - Laurel Falls Trail |
Gatlinburg, TN |
Easy |
2.6 |
Paved |
Waterfall Viewing, BBQ |
Black Bears |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
Busiest during summer months |
Angel Landing |
Zion National Park, UT |
Hard |
5.0 |
Rugged |
Hiking, Photography |
Bighorn Sheep |
Spring, Fall |
Challenging, but worth the views |
Mount Rainier - Paradise Trail |
Mount Rainier, WA |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Hiking Trails |
Wildflower Viewing |
Black Bears, Elk |
Summer |
Check for snow conditions |
Emerald Lake Trail |
Rocky Mountain NP, CO |
Easy |
3.6 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Swimming |
Moose, Bears |
Summer |
Breathtaking scenery |
Bryce Canyon - Queen's Garden Trail |
Bryce Canyon, UT |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
Unique rock formations |
Piney Lake Trail |
Vail, CO |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Swimming |
Moose, Eagles |
Summer |
A serene alpine lake |
Snoqualmie Falls Trail |
Snoqualmie, WA |
Easy |
1.5 |
Paved |
Viewing Platform, Hiking |
Salmon, Birds |
Year-round |
Great for short family outings |
Caprock Canyons Trail |
Caprock Canyons SP, TX |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt, Rock |
Wildlife Watching |
Bison, Coyotes |
Spring, Fall |
Pack water and sunscreen |
Lakeminneola Trail |
Clermont, FL |
Easy |
5.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Fishing |
Birds, Turtles |
Year-round |
Popular with families and cyclists |
Panther Creek Falls Trail |
North Georgia, GA |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Fishing |
Beavers, Deer |
Spring, Fall |
Bring a camera for the waterfall |
Alamere Falls Trail |
Point Reyes, CA |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Beach Access, Photography |
Seals, Sea Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Falls directly into the ocean |
Stowe Pinnacle Trail |
Stowe, VT |
Moderate |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Deer, Rabbits |
Summer, Fall |
Great view from the summit |
Bald Mountain Trail |
Idaho, ID |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Family Picnics |
Moose, Elk |
Summer |
A great option for an afternoon hike |
Kennebunk Plains Trail |
Kennebunk, ME |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Wildflower Spotting |
Butterflies, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Flat and easy to walk |
Lookout Mountain Trail |
Golden, CO |
Moderate |
2.2 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing |
Rabbits, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Good views from the top |
Swan Mountain Trail |
Summit County, CO |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Hiking |
Deer, Foxes |
Summer |
Family-friendly trail with a gentle slope |
Little River Trail |
Cades Cove, TN |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Tubing |
Fish, Birds |
Summer |
Flat trail, easy for strollers |
Whipple Creek Trail |
Vancouver, WA |
Easy |
4.0 |
Paved |
Nature Walks |
Birds, Small Mammals |
Year-round |
Accessible for all abilities |
Rattlesnake Ledge Trail |
North Bend, WA |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Photography |
Highland Cattle, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Views of Rattlesnake Lake |
Santiago Oaks Regional Park |
Orange, CA |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Wildlife Watching |
Rabbits, Quail |
Spring, Fall |
Well-maintained trails |
Cypress Mountain Trail |
West Vancouver, BC |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Skiing |
Deer, Birds |
Year-round |
Popular for both summer and winter activities |
Mineral King Trail |
Sequoia NP, CA |
Moderate |
5.5 |
Dirt |
Camping, Hiking |
Bears, Deer |
Summer |
Stunning wildflower displays |
Thunderbird Mountain Trail |
Phoenix, AZ |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Rabbits, Birds |
Spring, Fall |
City views from the top |
Eno River State Park |
Durham, NC |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Swimming, Tubing |
Turtles, Blue Herons |
Summer |
River access makes it family-friendly |
Lost Lake Trail |
Mount Hood, OR |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Swimming |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Great for a summer swim |
Columbia River Gorge - Angels Rest Trail |
Corbett, OR |
Moderate |
4.5 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views |
Birds, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Stunning views of the gorge |
Highline Trail |
Glacier NP, MT |
Hard |
7.6 |
Rugged |
Hiking, Photography |
Mountain Goats |
Summer |
Breathtaking views, challenging hike |
Green Lake Trail |
Seattle, WA |
Easy |
2.8 |
Paved |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Turtles |
Year-round |
Loop trail, great for families |
Fish Creek Falls Trail |
Steamboat Springs, CO |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Waterfall Viewing |
Deer, Birds |
Summer |
Popular locally for its beauty |
Echo Lake Trail |
Mount Evans, CO |
Easy |
1.5 |
Paved |
Fishing, Picnicking |
Fish, Birds |
Summer |
Great for a quick family outing |
Fountain Valley Trail |
Fountain Hills, AZ |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Walking |
Wild Horses, Birds |
Year-round |
Flat and easy for all ages |
Cooper Lake Trail |
Cle Elum, WA |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Swimming, Fishing |
Deer, Eagles |
Summer |
Dogs allowed on leash |
Scenic Loop Trail |
Lake Tahoe, CA |
Easy |
3.5 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Bears, Deer |
Summer |
Family-friendly with amenities |
Grandview Trail |
Grand Canyon, AZ |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing, Hiking |
Rabbits, Eagles |
Year-round |
Views of the canyon are spectacular |
Peavine Trail |
Reno, NV |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Walking, Running |
Birds, Rabbits |
Year-round |
Great views of the city |
Devil's Lake Trail |
Baraboo, WI |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Swimming, Hiking |
Fish, Birds |
Summer |
Iconic rock formations |
James River Park - Buttermilk Trail |
Richmond, VA |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Biking, Walking |
Otters, Birds |
Year-round |
Paths for biking and walking |
Bear Mountain Loop |
New York, NY |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Picnicking |
Deer, Squirrels |
Spring, Fall |
Beautiful views of the Hudson River |
Cascade Head Trail |
Oregon Coast, OR |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Wildflower Viewing |
Bald Eagles |
Spring, Summer |
Coastal views and great wildflowers |
Meadowlark Trail |
Nebraska City, NE |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Nature Walks |
Deer, Birds |
Summer, Fall |
A relaxing trail through the meadows |
Beaver Lake Loop Trail |
Tyler State Park, TX |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Swimming, Picnicking |
Turtles, Fish |
Summer |
Suitable for kids and families |
Zoar Valley Trail |
Dayton, NY |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Kayaking, Hiking |
Bald Eagles |
Spring, Summer |
Offers river access and scenic views |
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area |
Sandy Springs, GA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Paved |
Fishing, Picnicking |
Fish, Turtles |
Year-round |
Flat trails along the river |
Boulder Creek Path |
Boulder, CO |
Easy |
3.5 |
Paved |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Accessible path through the park |
Chena Hot Springs Trail |
Fairbanks, AK |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Hot Springs Access |
Moose, Eagles |
Summer |
Unique natural hot springs experience |
Mount Monadnock - White Dot Trail |
Jaffrey, NH |
Moderate |
3.8 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Scenic Views |
Deer, Turkey |
Spring, Fall |
A popular hiking destination |
Skyline Trail |
Mount Rainier, WA |
Hard |
10.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views |
Deer, Coyotes |
Summer |
A full day hike for the adventurous |
Harrison Lake Trail |
Harrison Hot Springs, BC |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Canoeing |
Fish, Birds |
Summer |
Beautiful lake views and activities |
Lake Mary Trail |
Sierra Nevada, CA |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Fishing |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Fantastic fishing spots along the trail |
Pendleton Lake Trail |
Cloquet, MN |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Fishing |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Leisurely walk around the lake |
Marys Peak Trail |
Marys Peak, OR |
Moderate |
3.4 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Picnicking |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Highest peak in the Oregon Coast range |
South Fork Trail |
Woods Hole, VA |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Watching |
Deer, Rabbits |
Spring, Summer |
Gentle slope with scenic beauty |
Watson Lake Loop |
Prescott, AZ |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Swimming |
Fish, Lizards |
Spring, Fall |
Explore natural wonders and rock formations |
Sunshine Coast Trail |
British Columbia, CA |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Camping, Hiking |
Deer, Sea Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Scenic views of the ocean |
Cottonwood Trail |
Joshua Tree, CA |
Easy |
2.0 |
Sandy |
Nature Walk |
Lizards, Snakes |
Fall, Winter |
Short and simple trail for families |
Fish Springs Trail |
Lowe's Canyon, NM |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Birdwatching, Hiking |
Birds, Deer |
Year-round |
Family-friendly with scenic views |
Halemano Trail |
Haleakalā NP, HI |
Moderate |
3.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Photography |
Nene, Hawaiian Goose |
Spring, Fall |
Breathtaking views of the crater and landscape |
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir Trail |
Yosemite, CA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Swimming |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Picturesque views along the reservoir |
South Mountain Park - Hidden Valley Trail |
Phoenix, AZ |
Moderate |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Exploring, Hiking |
Rabbits, Lizards |
Year-round |
Rocky features and cacti |
Shenandoah National Park - Stony Man Trail |
Luray, VA |
Easy |
1.6 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views |
Deer, Rabbits |
Spring, Fall |
Short hike with incredible views |
Bear Mountain Loop Trail |
Kodiak, AK |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Watching |
Bears |
Summer |
Wildlife sightings are common |
Crater Lake Rim Drive |
Crater Lake, OR |
Easy |
33.0 |
Paved |
Scenic Drive, Sightseeing |
Bears, Birds |
Summer |
Perfect for families driving through the park |
Bridalveil Fall Trail |
Yosemite, CA |
Easy |
1.2 |
Paved |
Waterfall Viewing |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Accessible with great views of the fall |
East Fork Trail - Tonto National Forest |
Arizona, AZ |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Fishing |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Fall |
Family-friendly with river access |
Tunnel View Trail |
Yosemite, CA |
Moderate |
0.5 |
Paved |
Sightseeing |
Deer, Raccoons |
Spring, Summer |
Iconic view of Yosemite Valley |
Little River Trail - Great Smoky Mountains |
Tennessee, TN |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Photography |
Fish, Deer |
Year-round |
Along the river with great scenery |
Florence Lake Trail |
Kings Canyon, CA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Hiking |
Fish, Eagles |
Summer |
Beautiful lake and surrounding nature |
Haley Farm State Park Trail |
Stonington, CT |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Turtles |
Spring, Summer |
Variety of ecosystems along the trails |
Schoodic Peninsula Loop |
Acadia NP, ME |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Nature Watching |
Seals, Eagles |
Summer |
Amazing coastal views and trails |
Boulder Mountain - Maple Bench Loop |
Utah, UT |
Moderate |
4.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Picnicking |
Elk, Deer |
Summer, Fall |
Scenic loop with great views |
Porter Brook Trail |
Hudson II, NY |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Walking, Nature Study |
Birds, Rabbits |
Year-round |
Family-friendly route along the brook |
Thompson Pass Trail |
Valdez, AK |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Wildflower Viewing |
Goats, Bears |
Summer |
Incredible views, flowers in bloom |
Freeman Trail |
Freeman Falls, NH |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing, Hiking |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Great for families and beginners |
Lake Powell Trail |
Page, AZ |
Moderate |
10.0 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing, Kayaking |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Bring plenty of water and sunscreen |
Bingley's Wall Trail |
California, CA |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Walking, Nature Walks |
Deer, Birds |
Year-round |
Great walking area for family outings |
Oak Mountain State Park |
Pelham, AL |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Hiking |
Deer, Fish |
Year-round |
Trails for all levels with wildlife |
MLK Jr. Park Trail |
Sacramento, CA |
Easy |
3.2 |
Paved |
Biking, Walking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Open space with multiple activities |
Kauai Napali Coast Trail |
Kauai, HI |
Hard |
11.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Goats, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Recommended for experienced hikers |
Dell Creek Trail |
Red Lodge, MT |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Hiking |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Beautifully scenic along the creek |
Yellowstone National Park - Uncle Tom's Trail |
Canyon Village, WY |
Moderate |
0.5 |
Dirt |
Waterfall Viewing |
Bears, Elk |
Year-round |
Stairs lead to waterfall views |
South Congo Trail |
Congo, AR |
Easy |
3.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Nature Watching |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
City trail, suitable for family walks |
Timberline Trail |
Mount Hood, OR |
Hard |
40.0 |
Rugged |
Hiking, Scenic Views |
Elk, Bears |
Summer |
A full circle around Mount Hood |
Bamboo Forest Trail |
Haiku, HI |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Lizards, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Unique bamboo grove experience |
Dry Fork Trail |
Mount Zion, TN |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Deer, Birds |
Year-round |
Forest trail with remote feel |
Crossroad Farm Trail |
Nashville, TN |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Walking, Family Activities |
Farm Animals |
Spring, Summer |
Great for education about farms |
Maine Island Trail |
Maine Coast, ME |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Kayaking, Fishing |
Seals, Birds |
Summer |
Unique coastal experience across islands |
Woodland Trail |
Barry, WI |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Deer, Foxes |
Year-round |
Wooded trail perfect for families |
Maple Creek Trail |
Maple, LA |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Birdwatching |
Fish, Animals |
Spring, Fall |
Beautiful views of the creek |
Lakeside Trail |
Campbell River, BC |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Swimming |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Easy access to lakes |
Mount Shasta Trail |
Mount Shasta, CA |
Hard |
11.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Elk, Bears |
Summer |
Challenging ascent for experienced hikers |
Simpson Woods Trail |
Woodstock, VT |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Wildflower Viewing |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Perfect for family walks |
White Sands National Park Trail |
Alamogordo, NM |
Easy |
5.0 |
Sandy |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Lizards, Birds |
Year-round |
Unique dune landscapes |
Zion National Park - Riverside Walk |
Zion, UT |
Easy |
2.2 |
Paved |
Nature Viewing |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Scenic walk along the river |
Nantahala River Trail |
Nantahala, NC |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Hiking |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Great for families with river access |
Margaritaville Trail |
Branson, MO |
Easy |
3.5 |
Dirt |
Walking, Scenic View |
Birds, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Leisurely walk through nature |
Big Creek Trail |
Great Smoky Mountains, TN |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Deer, Bears |
Year-round |
From the park entrance |
Smith Rock State Park - Misery Ridge Trail |
Oregon, OR |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Rock Climbing, Hiking |
Birds, Deer |
Spring, Fall |
Stunning views of Smith Rock |
Blueberry Hill Trail |
Melrose, MA |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Walking, Picnicking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Short and sweet family-friendly path |
Cedar Creek Falls Trail |
San Diego, CA |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Swimming, Nature Watching |
Fish, Lizards |
Year-round |
Waterfall at the end of the trail |
Trollheim Trail |
Northern California |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Sightseeing |
Deer, Rabbits |
Spring, Summer |
Mystical forests and views |
Hawkins County Trail |
Rogersville, TN |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Perfect for families and exercise |
Cascade Springs Trail |
Utah, UT |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Short and beautiful spring trails |
Haiku Stairs Trail |
Oahu, HI |
Hard |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views |
Birds, Goats |
Spring, Fall |
Stairway requires permits |
Creation Falls Trail |
Hocking Hills, OH |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Nature Viewing |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Follows the creek by the falls |
Skyline Drive - Shenandoah National Park |
Luray, VA |
Easy |
105.0 |
Paved |
Scenic Drive |
Deer, Bears |
Year-round |
Great for family trips and picnics |
Desolation Wilderness Trail |
Lake Tahoe, CA |
Hard |
10.0 |
Rugged |
Hiking, Wildlife Watching |
Elk, Bears |
Summer |
Popular for backpackers and hikers |
Antelope Island Trail |
Antelope Island, UT |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Hiking |
Bison, Antelope |
Spring, Fall |
Great desert scenery and wildlife |
Mirror Lake Trail |
Yosemite, CA |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Water Views, Hiking |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Reflections of the mountains |
Johnny Park Trail |
Fort Collins, CO |
Moderate |
3.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Great access to scenic overlooks |
Bird Sanctuary Trail |
San Isidro, TX |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Birdwatching, Nature Walks |
Birds, Turtles |
Winter, Spring |
Perfect for bird enthusiasts |
Humpback Rocks Trail |
Virginia, VA |
Hard |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Scenic Views |
Deer, Raccoons |
Spring, Summer |
Short but steep ascent with views |
Peralta Trail |
Superstition Mountains, AZ |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Deer, Lizards |
Spring, Fall |
Scenic desert views along the trail |
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail |
Palm Springs, CA |
Moderate |
3.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Photography |
Lizards, Birds |
Spring, Fall |
Prime wildlife viewing area |
Sierra Nevada Mountain Trail |
Sierra City, CA |
Hard |
12.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Camping |
Bears, Deer |
Summer |
For experienced and adventurous families |
Sunset Crater Trail |
Flagstaff, AZ |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Deer, Foxes |
Year-round |
Stunning views of the crater |
Grand Marais Trail |
Michigan, MI |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Nature Watching |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Along Lake Superior with beautiful views |
Fargo Park Trail |
Fargo, ND |
Easy |
2.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Popular urban trail for families |
Zionsville Rail Trail |
Zionsville, IN |
Easy |
5.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Walking |
Birds, Insects |
Year-round |
Great for family biking trips |
Bayou Segnette State Park Trail |
Cypress, LA |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Nature Walks, Kayaking |
Fish, Turtles |
Spring, Summer |
Discover the bayou's wildlife |
Grand Portage Trail |
Upper Peninsula, MI |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Viewing |
Fish, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Short and scenic along Lake Superior |
Sausalito Bay Trail |
Sausalito, CA |
Easy |
2.5 |
Paved |
Biking, Picnicking |
Birds, Seals |
Year-round |
Lovely views of the bay |
Lincoln Park Zoo Trail |
Chicago, IL |
Easy |
1.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Zoo Visiting |
Birds, Small Mammals |
Year-round |
Easy access to families visiting the zoo |
Bolton Valley Trail |
Vermont, VT |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Scenic Views |
Deer, Small Mammals |
Summer |
Quick and beautiful views from above |
Lake Talquin Trail |
Tallahassee, FL |
Easy |
5.5 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Hiking |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Fall |
Wildlife-rich area perfect for families |
Raccoon Lake Trail |
Raccoon Lake, IN |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Swimming |
Frogs, Fish |
Summer |
Around the lake, very family-friendly |
Mercer Island Trail |
Washington, WA |
Easy |
7.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Biking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Paved trails near the water and parks |
Four Springs Trail |
New Jersey, NJ |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Fishing |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Explore unique springs and habitat |
Clarks Hill Trail |
Clarks Hill, SC |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Nature Walks |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Great for families near the water's edge |
Echo Park Trail |
Los Angeles, CA |
Easy |
2.5 |
Paved |
Biking, Picnicking |
Birds, Ducks |
Year-round |
Urban park trail for families |
Jungle Trail |
Vero Beach, FL |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Wildlife Viewing, Beach Access |
Birds, Turtles |
Year-round |
Explore the coastal dunes and wildlife |
Pennypack Trail |
Philadelphia, PA |
Easy |
6.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Cycling |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Ideal for all skill levels and family fun |
Sundance Trail |
Laramie, WY |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Wildlife |
Summer |
Breathtaking scenery throughout the route |
Oak Ridge Trail |
Guernsey, WY |
Moderate |
4.5 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Eagles, Deer |
Spring, Summer |
Beautiful oak trees and views |
Alamo Lake State Park Trail |
Wenden, AZ |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Kayaking |
Fish, Turtles |
Spring, Fall |
Family-friendly activities with lake access |
Little Missouri National Grassland Trail |
Medora, ND |
Moderate |
4.5 |
Dirt |
Nature Up Close |
Antelope |
Spring, Summer |
Wide open spaces with scenic beauty |
Coral Pink Sand Dunes Trail |
Kanab, UT |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Sandboarding, Hiking |
Lizards, Birds |
Spring, Fall |
Children love the sand dunes |
Shawnee National Forest Trail |
Harrisburg, IL |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Watching |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Unique rock formations to explore |
Cloud Peak Trail |
Bighorn National Forest, WY |
Hard |
10.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Bighorn Sheep |
Summer |
Long hike with rewarding views |
World's End State Park Trail |
Forksville, PA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Camping, Hiking |
Deer, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Great for family camping outings |
Lake Havasu Trail |
Havasu City, AZ |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Biking |
Fish, Ducks |
Spring, Fall |
Tranquil views of the lake |
Belmont Lake State Park Trail |
N.Y., NY |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Biking, Fishing |
Beavers, Birds |
Year-round |
Family-friendly park with amenities |
Stone Mountain Park Trail |
Stone Mountain, GA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Picnicking, Hiking |
Birds, Deer |
Year-round |
Famous for its rock formation |
Great Falls Park Trail |
Virginia, VA |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Hawks, Deer |
Year-round |
Stunning views of waterfalls |
Waterfall Trail |
Lake County, IL |
Easy |
0.5 |
Dirt |
Nature Walks |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Short and easy for family outings |
Woodland Park Trail |
Boulder, CO |
Easy |
3.0 |
Paved |
Picnicking, Biking |
Deer, Foxes |
Year-round |
Wide paths for family fun |
Boulder Ridge Trail |
Boulder, CO |
Moderate |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Great for exploration |
Gilpin Lake Trail |
Wyoming, WY |
Moderate |
7.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Fishing |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Fishing opportunities by the lake |
Fiery Gizzard Trail |
Tennessee, TN |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Waterfall Viewing |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Great views along the way |
Potomac Heritage Trail |
Virginia, VA |
Easy |
7.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Hiking |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Family-friendly trail along the Potomac |
Shingle Creek Regional Park Trail |
Florida, FL |
Easy |
3.0 |
Paved |
Walking, Nature Study |
Birds, Turtles |
Year-round |
Discover the rich wildlife |
Rainbow Falls Trail |
Haleakalā NP, HI |
Moderate |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Waterfall Viewing |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Breathtaking waterfall views |
Birch Lake Trail |
Cook County, MN |
Easy |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Birdwatching, Fishing |
Fish, Eagles |
Summer |
Family-friendly with lake access |
Hudson River Valley Trail |
New York, NY |
Easy |
4.0 |
Paved |
Picnicking, Biking |
Birds, Deer |
Year-round |
Historic views along the river |
Elk Mountain Trail |
Pennsylvania, PA |
Moderate |
6.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Elk, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Good wildlife opportunities |
Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway Trail |
New Hampshire, NH |
Moderate |
50.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Deer, Wild Turkey |
Year-round |
Multi-day hiking opportunity |
Big Cottonwood Canyon Trail |
Utah, UT |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Flora Viewing, Hiking |
Squirrels, Birds |
Summer |
Popular family hiking area |
Wakulla Springs State Park Trail |
Wakulla Springs, FL |
Easy |
2.0 |
Paved |
Nature Viewing, Swimming |
Manatees, Fish |
Spring, Summer |
Swimming opportunities in the springs |
Niagara Falls Trail |
Niagara Falls, NY |
Easy |
1.5 |
Paved |
Sightseeing, Photography |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Iconic waterfall views and attractions |
Lakeside Loop Trail |
Maine, ME |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Hiking |
Fish, Turtles |
Summer |
Family-friendly along the lake |
Redwood National Park Trail |
California, CA |
Easy |
1.0 |
Dirt |
Nature Walk |
Deer, Birds |
Year-round |
Explore stunning redwoods with kids |
Avondale Coast Trail |
Florida, FL |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Kayaking |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Family-friendly with coast access |
Sand Dunes Trail |
Oregon Dunes, OR |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Hiking |
Lizards, Turtles |
Summer |
Sand activity and fun |
Leadville Trail |
Colorado, CO |
Moderate |
4.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Viewing |
Deer, Elk |
Summer |
Great for families with varied hikes |
Virginia Rail Trail |
Virginia, VA |
Easy |
5.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Walking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Scenic route suitable for all ages |
Chattahoochee National Recreation Area |
Georgia, GA |
Easy |
4.0 |
Paved |
Picnicking, Nature Walk |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Well-maintained for families |
Pine Barrens Trail |
New Jersey, NJ |
Moderate |
8.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Deer, Rabbits |
Year-round |
Explore preserved wilderness areas |
Lake Tahoe Rim Trail |
California, CA |
Moderate |
165.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Bears, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Multi-day hiking experiences around the lake |
Mt. Hood National Forest - Trillium Lake Trail |
Oregon, OR |
Easy |
2.0 |
Paved |
Fishing, Picnicking |
Fish, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Great family-friendly lake experience |
Fairmount Park Trail |
Philadelphia, PA |
Easy |
9.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Picnicking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Ideal for family outings with amenities |
Sahara Sands Trail |
Bodega Bay, CA |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Beach Access, Hiking |
Seals, Birds |
Year-round |
Sandy and easy for kids |
Great Lake Trail |
Michigan, MI |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Picnicking |
Fish, Deer |
Summer |
Family-friendly lakeside activities |
Mount Elbert Trail |
Colorado, CO |
Hard |
9.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Mountain Goats, Elk |
Summer |
Challenging hike for avid families |
Beaver Marsh Trail |
Ohio, OH |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Nature Walk |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Accessible with varied terrains |
Lapham Peak Trail |
Wisconsin, WI |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Birds, Deer |
Year-round |
Popular local hiking area |
Garden of the Gods Trail |
Colorado Springs, CO |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Sightseeing, Hiking |
Deer, Rabbits |
Spring, Summer |
Stunning geological features |
Bear Creek Trail |
Idaho Springs, CO |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Fishing |
Fish, Wildlife |
Summer |
Open space with a creek nearby |
Shasta-Trinity National Forest Trail |
California, CA |
Moderate |
8.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking |
Bears, Deer |
Summer |
Scenic trails for adventurers |
Red Rock State Park Trail |
Sedona, AZ |
Easy |
2.5 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Photography |
Lizards, Birds |
Spring, Fall |
Stunning views in a popular area |
Bison Range Trail |
Moiese, MT |
Easy |
4.0 |
Dirt |
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking |
Bison, Deer |
Year-round |
Famous bison wildlife refuge |
Mary's Peak Trail |
Oregon, OR |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Nature Walk, Scenic Views |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Highest point in the Coast Range |
Travis County - Walter Long Park Trail |
Texas, TX |
Easy |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Fishing, Nature Walks |
Fish, Birds |
Year-round |
Leisurely route for families near the lake |
Dolly Sods Wilderness Trail |
West Virginia, WV |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Birds, Squirrels |
Spring, Summer |
Unique landscapes and wildlife |
Coal Creek Trail |
Littleton, CO |
Easy |
2.0 |
Paved |
Biking, Walking |
Birds, Squirrels |
Year-round |
Well-maintained for family fun |
Indian Canyons Trail |
Palm Springs, CA |
Moderate |
3.0 |
Dirt |
Biking, Hiking |
Birds, Lizards |
Spring, Summer |
Scenic landscapes with trails |
Mount St. Helens Trail |
Washington, WA |
Moderate |
5.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Deer, Birds |
Spring, Summer |
Educational opportunities about the volcano |
Columbia River Gorge - Latourell Falls Trail |
Oregon, OR |
Easy |
2.0 |
Dirt |
Waterfall Viewing |
Fish, Eagles |
Year-round |
Easy walk to stunning waterfalls |
Maine Coastal Trail |
Maine, ME |
Moderate |
10.0 |
Dirt |
Scenic Views, Hiking |
Seals, Birds |
Summer |
Explore the rugged coastline with family-friendly options |
Rugged Mountain Trail |
Alaska, AK |
Hard |
7.0 |
Dirt |
Hiking, Nature Study |
Grizzly Bears |
Summer |
Remote hiking for experienced families |
Raccoon Island Trail |
California, CA |
Easy |
1.5 |
Dirt |
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking |
Fish, Herons |
Year-round |
Family-friendly with great views |