This dataset contains information on various hiking trails in the United States, highlighting essential details such as location, difficulty, length, and elevation gain. It serves as a guide for hikers looking to explore different trails, providing a brief overview and key statistics for each trail listed.
| Trail Name | Location | Difficulty Level | Length (miles) | Elevation Gain (feet) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Sierra Trail | Sequoia National Park | Hard | 72 | 10,000 | Famous for its panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada. |
| Appalachian Trail (Section Hike) | Multiple States | Moderate | 2000 | 46400 | A historic trail traversing the eastern US, with diverse landscapes. |
| John Muir Trail | California | Hard | 211 | 11,500 | Follows a stunning route through the Sierra Nevada mountains. |
| Pacific Crest Trail (Section Hike) | California to Canada | Hard | 2650 | 46000 | Stretches from Mexico to Canada, exploring diverse ecosystems. |
| Zion Canyon Trail | Zion National Park | Moderate | 5 | 1,000 | Famous for its scenic vistas and slot canyons. |
| Angel's Landing | Zion National Park | Hard | 5.0 | 1,488 | Iconic rock formation with a thrilling ascent. |
| Half Dome | Yosemite National Park | Hard | 16 | 4,800 | Acclaimed hike with a famous final ascent via cables. |
| Bright Angel Trail | Grand Canyon National Park | Moderate | 9.5 | 4,380 | Descent into the Grand Canyon with breathtaking views. |
| Mount Washington | New Hampshire | Hard | 8 | 4,888 | Notorious for rapidly changing weather conditions. |
| Mount Katahdin | Maine | Hard | 10 | 4,000 | Highest peak in Maine, part of Baxter State Park. |
| Mount Rainier Wonderland Trail | Mount Rainier National Park | Hard | 93 | 22,000 | A long loop trail covering the scenic perimeter of Mount Rainier. |
| Mont Blanc Trek | France/Italy | Hard | 110 | 30,000 | A stunning alpine trek around the Mont Blanc massif. |
| Torres del Paine W Circuit | Chile | Moderate to Hard | 70 | 6,000 | Famous for its stunning granite towers and diverse wildlife. |
| Grand Teton Loop | Grand Teton National Park | Moderate to Hard | 50 | 8,000 | A beautiful circuit around the Tetons with various landscapes. |
| Old Rag Mountain | Shenandoah National Park | Hard | 8 | 2,000 | Known for its rocky scrambles and panoramic views. |
| Bright Angel Trail | Grand Canyon | Moderate | 9.5 | 4,380 | Majestic views into the Grand Canyon. |
| Mount Olympus Trail | Olympic National Park | Hard | 17 | 4,700 | Leads through lush forests to alpine meadows. |
| Grays and Torreys Peaks | Colorado | Moderate | 8 | 3,000 | Twin peaks in the Rockies, popular among hikers. |
| Kings Canyon Rim Trail | Kings Canyon National Park | Moderate | 9 | 1,600 | Offers incredible views of the canyon from above. |
| Rim Trail | Grand Canyon National Park | Easy to Moderate | 13 | 1,000 | Follows the rim with stunning views without major elevation changes. |
| El Camino de Santiago | Spain | Moderate | 500 | 20,000 | An ancient pilgrimage route with various starting points. |
| Chamonix - Mont Blanc | France | Hard | 73 | 23,000 | Treks through the French Alps with breathtaking scenery. |
| White Mountain Trail | New Hampshire | Hard | 70 | 12,000 | A classic hike with some of the highest peaks in the East. |
| Mount Shasta | California | Hard | 11 | 3,000 | Iconic stratovolcano with various climbing routes. |
| Shoshone Lake | Yellowstone National Park | Easy to Moderate | 8 | 500 | Secluded lake hike amidst geothermal features. |
| Valley of the Ten Peaks | Banff National Park | Moderate | 23 | 4,500 | Beautiful mountain scenery near Moraine Lake. |
| Angel's Rest | Columbia River Gorge | Moderate | 4.8 | 1,400 | Fantastic viewpoint over the Columbia River Gorge. |
| Table Mountain | South Africa | Moderate | 3.5 | 2,500 | Iconic flat-topped mountain with panoramic views of Cape Town. |
| Flattop Mountain | Rocky Mountain National Park | Moderate | 8 | 1,000 | A popular hike with stunning vistas of the Rockies. |
| Longs Peak | Rocky Mountain National Park | Hard | 15 | 5,000 | The tallest peak in the park, famous for its challenging climb. |
| Antelope Canyon | Arizona | Easy to Moderate | 1.1 | 200 | Famous for its slot canyons featuring beautiful light beams. |
| Lone Pine Lake | Sequoia National Park | Moderate | 5.4 | 600 | A scenic hike leading to a tranquil alpine lake. |
| Oregon Coast Trail | Oregon | Easy to Moderate | 400 | 15,000 | Follows the coastline with diverse views and wildlife. |
| Foothills Trail | South Carolina | Moderate | 76 | 6,000 | Goes through beautiful landscapes with waterfalls and mountains. |
| Whistler Mountain | Canada | Moderate to Hard | 5 | 2,000 | Famous resort mountain with scenic hiking trails. |
| Mount St. Helens | Washington | Moderate to Hard | 10 | 4,500 | Known for volcanic activity and rugged scenery. |
| Rendezvous Mountain | Jackson Hole | Hard | 4 | 2,000 | Known for its challenging hikes and stunning views. |
| Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor | Oregon | Easy to Moderate | 12 | 1,000 | Scenic trail along the coast with ocean views and cliffs. |
| Rocky Mountain National Park - Bear Lake | Moderate | 0.6 | 300 | Short but scenic loop around Bear Lake.) | NaN |
| Cascade Mountain | New York | Hard | 3.8 | 2,400 | One of the High Peaks in the Adirondacks with great views. |
| St. Mary Lake | Glacier National Park | Easy to Moderate | 6.8 | 500 | Beautiful lakeside hike with views of the surrounding mountains. |
| Big Sur Coast Trail | California | Moderate | 25 | 4,000 | Runs along the picturesque coastline with majestic views. |
| Havasu Falls | Arizona | Moderate to Hard | 10 | 1,000 | Famous waterfalls with stunning blue-green waters. |
| Cathedral Pass | Washington | Moderate | 10 | 2,000 | Offers beautiful alpine views and wildflower meadows. |
| Mount Meru Trek | India | Hard | 20 | 7,000 | Trekking route offering views of sacred mountains and valleys. |
| Shenandoah National Park - Skyline Drive | Easy to Moderate | 105 | 3,000 | Scenic drive with numerous hiking trail access points. | NaN |
| Mount Hood | Oregon | Hard | 11 | 5,300 | Known for skiing and summer hiking with stunning vistas. |
| Teton Crest Trail | Wyoming | Hard | 40 | 8,000 | Scenic ridge trail with views of the Grand Teton range. |
| Jasper National Park | Canada | Moderate | 160 | 15,000 | Features icy lakes and mountainous scenery. |
| Mount San Jacinto | California | Moderate to Hard | 10 | 2,000 | Accessed by a scenic tram with great views. |
| Cape Breton Highlands | Nova Scotia | Easy to Hard | 185 | 10,000 | Coastal trails with stunning views of the Cabot Trail. |
| Cascades of the Columbia | Washington | Moderate | 14 | 5,000 | Waterfalls and mountain scenery along the trail. |
| Trapper Creek Wilderness | Washington | Moderate | 15 | 3,000 | Features diverse landscapes including old-growth forests. |
| Hidden Valley | Joshua Tree National Park | Easy to Moderate | 1.5 | 400 | Nature walk through unique rock formations. |
| Mount Jefferson | Oregon | Hard | 12 | 4,900 | Beautiful alpine scenery and a challenging hike. |
| Mount Sneffels | Colorado | Hard | 11 | 3,200 | Known for its rugged beauty and alpine lakes. |
| Alaska Range - Denali National Park | Hard | 106 | 18,000 | Remote wilderness with wildlife and stunning peaks. | NaN |
| Mount Baker | Washington | Hard | 10 | 5,000 | Ski and summer hiking destination with glaciers. |
| Trail to Mt. Marcy | New York | Hard | 15 | 3,500 | The highest peak in New York, offering great views. |
| Birdwood Trail | Great Smoky Mountains | Moderate | 7 | 1,500 | A beautiful trail featuring diverse flora and fauna. |
| Clingmans Dome | Great Smoky Mountains | Easy | 1.2 | 330 | The highest point in the Smokies, offering great views. |
| Long Trail | Vermont | Moderate to Hard | 272 | 57,000 | The oldest long-distance trail in the U.S. running the length of Vermont. |
| Longs Peak - Keyhole Route | Colorado | Hard | 15 | 5,000 | Challenging climb with technical sections and stunning views. |
| Emerald Lake Trail | Rocky Mountain National Park | Easy to Moderate | 3.6 | 500 | Offers stunning views of glacial lakes and peaks. |
| Red Rock Canyon Loop | Nevada | Easy to Moderate | 13 | 1,000 | Stunning rock formations and desert scenery just outside Las Vegas. |
| Vermillion Lakes | Banff National Park | Easy | 4 | 300 | Scenic lake views with opportunities for wildlife spotting. |
| Cinque Terre Coastal Path | Italy | Moderate | 7.5 | 1,200 | Beautiful hiking trail connecting five scenic villages. |
| Snowdonia National Park | Wales | Moderate to Hard | 60 | 10,000 | Features rugged terrain and majestic landscapes. |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison | Colorado | Hard | 12 | 1,800 | Notorious for its steep, rugged canyon landscape. |
| Angel Falls Trail | Venezuela | Moderate to Hard | 5 | 4,000 | Scenic trek to the world's highest waterfall. |
| Half Dome - Mist Trail | Yosemite National Park | Hard | 16 | 4,800 | A challenging hike offering breathtaking views of waterfalls. |
| Mount Flattop | Teton National Park | Moderate | 5.5 | 1,160 | Features sweeping vistas of the Teton Range. |
| Ka‘ena Point Trail | Hawaii | Easy to Moderate | 5 | 800 | Coastal hike with scenic views and wildlife opportunities. |
| Heavenly Ski Resort | Nevada/California | Moderate | 10 | 2,000 | Winter skiing, summer hiking with panoramic lake views. |
| Crater Lake Rim Drive | Oregon | Moderate | 33 | 2,000 | Scenic drive with mass hiking opportunities around the lake. |
| Saguaro National Park - Cactus Forest Trail | Arizona | Easy | 2.3 | 300 | Enjoy views of iconic saguaro cacti and desert flora. |
| Torres del Paine - Base of the Towers | Chile | Moderate to Hard | 12 | 2,500 | Iconic view of the Paine granite towers. |
| Mount Scenery | Saba, Caribbean | Hard | 1.5 | 1,400 | Highest point in the Dutch Caribbean with lush views. |
| Quinault Rainforest | Olympic National Park | Easy to Moderate | 5 | 600 | Lush rainforest with waterfalls and hiking opportunities. |
| Bahuja Waterfall Trail | Himachal Pradesh | Moderate | 6 | 1,000 | Trek to beautiful mountain waterfalls in India. |
| Flat Rock Trail | Great Smoky Mountains | Easy | 5 | 800,Scenic hike to a prominent rock ledge offering great views." | NaN |
| Wildcat Mountain | New Hampshire | Moderate | 3.7 | 2,000 | Views of Mount Washington and surrounding peaks. |
| Devil's Bridge Trail | Sedona | Easy to Moderate | 4 | 400 | Famous rock formation with stunning views from the top. |
| Mt. St. Helens - Monitor Ridge | Hard | 10 | 4,500 | An ascent to the volcano with spectacular views. | NaN |
| Lake Louise to Plain of Six Glaciers | Banff National Park | Moderate | 10.5 | 1,800 | Breathtaking lake views and glacial scenery. |
| Mount Charlevoix | Canada | Moderate | 8 | 1,400 | A popular hike with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. |
| Bar Harbor - Acadia National Park | Maine | Easy to Moderate | 40 | 3,200 | Various trails near the coastline with beautiful ocean views. |
| Skyline Trail | Cape Breton Highlands | Moderate | 6.5 | 1,000 | Hike with extraordinary coastal views and rich wildlife. |
| Bridalveil Fall Trail | Yosemite National Park | Easy | 1.2 | 400 | Short and scenic trail to a stunning waterfall. |
| Haleakalā National Park | Hawaii | Moderate to Hard | 10 | 2,500 | Features volcanic landscapes and unique flora. |
| Angel Falls | Venezuela | Hard | 34 | 7,000 | Trek through dense jungle to view the tallest waterfall. |
| Chimney Tops | Great Smoky Mountains | Hard | 4 | 1,400 | Steep and challenging trail with spectacular views. |
| Mount Saint Helens - Pumice Plain | Washington | Hard | 11 | 3,500 | Unique post-eruption landscape with stunning vistas. |
| Chautauqua Park - Flatirons | Colorado | Moderate | 2 | 500 | Scenic hikes with towering rock formations. |
| Cascades Volcanoes Scenic Byway | Oregon | Easy to Moderate | 20 | 1,000 | Road with numerous hiking options and volcanic landscapes. |
| Buffalo River Trail | Arkansas | Moderate | 35 | 2,500 | Beautiful trail alongside the Buffalo River with scenic vistas. |
| Crnjcesko Lake Trail | Serbia | Moderate | 8 | 1,200 | Scenic lake surrounded by mountains in Serbia. |
| Mount Adams | Washington | Hard | 12 | 6,000 | A challenging peak with great views and glaciated landscapes. |
| Rock Creek Park | Washington D.C. | Easy to Moderate | 30 | 1,500 | Urban park with diverse trails and ecosystems. |
| Telica Volcano | Nicaragua | Hard | 10 | 2,600 | Active volcano hike with mesmerizing views. |
| Ahwahnee Meadow Loop | Yosemite National Park | Easy | 3 | 200 | A leisurely stroll through beautiful meadows. |
| Snoqualmie Pass | Washington | Moderate to Hard | 25 | 6,000 | Numerous trails with beautiful mountain scenery. |
| Fish Lake Trail | Washington | Easy to Moderate | 4 | 1,000 | Short hike with a beautiful lake view. |
| North Cascades National Park | Washington | Hard | 78 | 10,000 | Remote wilderness with challenging hiking opportunities. |
| Finger Lakes Trail | New York | Moderate | 580 | 50,000 | Long-distance trail connecting the Finger Lakes region. |
| Banff National Park | Canada | Easy to Hard | 30 | 3,000 | Multiple trails with stunning mountain and lake views. |
| Mount Tamalpais | California | Moderate to Hard | 6.5 | 1,200 | Panoramic views of the Bay Area from the summit. |
| Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness | Colorado | Easy to Hard | 21 | 5,000 | Famous peaks with stunning alpine scenery. |
| Mount Sneffels Wilderness Area | Colorado | Hard | 70 | 11,000 | Renowned for its rugged beauty and wildflower-filled valleys. |
| Sand Dunes Recreation Area | California | Easy | 25 | 500 | Unique desert terrain with various recreation options. |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | California | Easy to Moderate | 35 | 1,000 | Scenic coastal paths with diverse animal life. |
| Hiking the Dolomites | Italy | Moderate to Hard | 100 | 15,000 | Stunning mountain ranges with numerous trails. |
| Angel Island State Park | California | Easy | 5 | 500 | Short loops with views of San Francisco and the bay. |
| Montrose Point - Chicago Lakefront | Illinois | Easy | 1.5 | 0 | Urban trails with stunning views of the downtown skyline. |
| Mission Peak Regional Preserve | California | Moderate | 6.2 | 2,000 | Challenging ascent with iconic peak views. |
| Capitol Reef National Park | Utah | Easy to Moderate | 200 | 2,500 | Numerous trails through canyons and cliffs. |
| Mount Hooper - Matanuska-Susitna Valley | Alaska | Hard | 4.1 | 3,200 | A beautiful backcountry hike with rugged terrain. |
| Blood Mountain | Georgia | Moderate to Hard | 4.3 | 1,500 | A prominent peak in the Appalachian Trail with stunning views. |
| Mount Saana | Finland | Moderate | 3.5 | 1,200 | A scenic mountain with beautiful vistas overlooking the fjell. |
| Patagonian Andes | Chile/Argentina | Hard | 200 | 13,000 | Diverse landscapes with opportunities for trekking. |
| Mt. Washington - Tuckerman Ravine | New Hampshire | Hard | 10 | 4,000 | Challenging hike with steep terrain and breathtaking scenery. |
| Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness | Minnesota | Easy to Moderate | 120 | 2,000 | Network of lakes and trails for remote exploration. |
| Aspen - Maroon Bells Scenic Area | Colorado | Easy to Moderate | 9 | 1,200 | Famous for fall foliage and stunning mountain scenery. |
| North Fork Trail | Yosemite National Park | Moderate | 7 | 1,200 | Trails through awe-inspiring landscapes and waterfalls. |
| Bridal Veil Fall | Yosemite National Park | Easy | 1.5 | 600 | Short trail to one of Yosemite's picturesque waterfalls. |
| Canyonlands National Park - Island in the Sky | Utah | Easy to Moderate | 50 | 3,000 | Diverse desert scenery and sweeping canyon views. |
| Mount Robson - Berg Lake | Canada | Hard | 23 | 3,000 | Breathtaking trail featuring glaciers and mountain vistas. |
| High Peaks Trail - Idaho | Idaho | Moderate | 30 | 5,000 | Challenging terrain with stunning alpine scenery. |
| Nickel Plate Road Trail | New York | Easy to Moderate | 20 | 1,000 | Scenic trail along former rail line with beautiful views. |
| Aspen Trail | Colorado | Easy to Moderate | 3 | 900 | Beautiful forested loop with gentle elevation gain. |
| New Hampshire 4000-Footers | New Hampshire | Hard | 200 | 70,000 | Collection of summits over 4,000 feet in the White Mountains. |
| Hurricane Ridge | Olympic National Park | Moderate | 30 | 2,000 | Diverse trails with views of the Olympic peaks. |
| Mount Rundle | Canada | Moderate | 6 | 1,800 | Prestigious peak with breathtaking views of Banff. |
| US Route 66 Trails | Multiple States | Moderate | 2000 | few | Historic trails with scenic views along the iconic road. |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | California | Moderate | 150 | 5,000 | Unique geothermal features and beautiful mountain scenery. |
| Shawangunk Ridge Trail | New York | Moderate to Hard | 70 | 6,000 | Hiking trails featuring cliffs and exceptional views. |
| Kala Patthar - Everest Base Camp | Nepal | Hard | 7 | 1,600 | Classic trek with iconic views of Mount Everest. |
| Donner Pass | California | Moderate to Hard | 30 | 3,000 | Historic trail with stunning lake views and wilderness. |
| Otter Tail Trail | Minnesota | Easy | 5 | 300 | Beautiful trail along the lakes in Minnesota. |
| Blue Ridge Parkway - Craggy Gardens | North Carolina | Easy to Moderate | 15 | 2,500 | Stunning views and rhododendron gardens. |
| North Fork Cascade River | Washington | Easy to Moderate | 10 | 500 | Forest and river views along the trail. |
| Seneca Rocks | West Virginia | Hard | 4.2 | 1,300 | Prominent rock formation popular for climbing. |
| Banff National Park - Johnston Canyon | Alberta | Easy to Moderate | 5.5 | 400 | Walking trail with stunning waterfalls. |
| Hiking Mount Katahdin - Baxter State Park | Maine | Hard | 10 | 4,000 | Challenging ascent for the Appalachian Trail finish. |
| Hebgen Lake - Madison River | Montana | Easy | 20 | 400 | Scenic trail alongside campgrounds and lakes. |
| Sacajawea Peak | Montana | Hard | 8 | 2,000 | A beautiful hike offering stunning mountain vistas. |
| Nevis Range | Scotland | Moderate to Hard | 35 | 8,000 | Famous for the UK's highest mountain. |
| Rugged Cliff Trail - Green Mountains | Vermont | Moderate | 6 | 1,500 | Scenic trail with rocky cliffs and beautiful vistas. |
| Old Mountain Road Trail | New Jersey | Easy to Moderate | 10 | 800 | Gentle hike featuring lakes and woodlands. |
| San Jacinto Peak via Marion Mountain Trail | California | Hard | 9 | 4,000 | Challenging route to stunning summit views. |
| Multnomah Falls Trail | Oregon | Easy to Moderate | 2.6 | 1,000 | Iconic waterfall hike with stunning views. |
| Bear Mountain Magnus Trail | New York | Hard | 5.5 | 1,200 | Challenging hike with historic viewpoints. |
| Mount Pilchuck Trail | Washington | Moderate | 5.4 | 1,300 | Scenic hike with stunning views of the North Cascades. |
| Torrey Pines Preserve | California | Easy to Moderate | 3.5 | 400 | Scenic coastal trails with ocean views. |
| Lost Lake Trail | Oregon | Moderate | 5 | 1,200 | Beautiful trail leading to a serene alpine lake. |
| Cooper Mountain Nature Park | Oregon | Easy to Moderate | 6 | 800 | Family-friendly trails with various ecosystems. |
| Flat Rocks Trail - New Jersey | Easy to Moderate | 2 | 500 | Short hike in scenic woodlands. | NaN |
| Crown Mountain | British Columbia | Moderate to Hard | 7 | 2,600 | Steep trail with breathtaking views of Vancouver. |
| Sharp Top Trail - Peaks of Otter | Virginia | Moderate | 3 | 1,300 | Short hike with stunning views from the summit. |
| Kurtz Mountain Trail | California | Easy to Moderate | 10 | 900 | Trail through lush vegetation and scenic overlooks. |