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.) 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. 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. 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.""" 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. 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. 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.