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Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New York, Ranked
New York's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleNew York's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New York trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New York
Ten gentle, well-marked New York trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New York
New York's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in New York: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New York's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in New York: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in New York where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in New York: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle New York trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Texas, Ranked
Texas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichTexas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Texas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Texas
Ten gentle, well-marked Texas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Texas
Texas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Texas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Texas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Texas: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Texas where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Texas: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Texas trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Oklahoma, Ranked
Oklahoma's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuOklahoma's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Oklahoma trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Oklahoma
Ten gentle, well-marked Oklahoma trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Oklahoma: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Oklahoma's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Oklahoma: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Oklahoma where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Oklahoma: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Oklahoma trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in California, Ranked
California's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichCalifornia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten California trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in California
Ten gentle, well-marked California trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in California
California's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in California: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
California's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in California: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in California where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in California: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle California trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Washington, Ranked
Washington's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichWashington's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Washington trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Washington
Ten gentle, well-marked Washington trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Washington
Washington's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Washington: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Washington's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Washington: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Washington where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Washington: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Washington trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Massachusetts, Ranked
Massachusetts's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMassachusetts's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Massachusetts trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Massachusetts
Ten gentle, well-marked Massachusetts trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Massachusetts: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Massachusetts's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Massachusetts: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Massachusetts where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Massachusetts: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Massachusetts trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Michigan, Ranked
Michigan's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMichigan's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Michigan trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Michigan
Ten gentle, well-marked Michigan trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Michigan
Michigan's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Michigan: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Michigan's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Michigan: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Michigan where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Michigan: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Michigan trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Pennsylvania, Ranked
Pennsylvania's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichPennsylvania's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Pennsylvania trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Pennsylvania
Ten gentle, well-marked Pennsylvania trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Pennsylvania: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Pennsylvania's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Pennsylvania: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Pennsylvania where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Pennsylvania: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Pennsylvania trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Virginia, Ranked
Virginia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleVirginia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Virginia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Virginia
Ten gentle, well-marked Virginia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Virginia
Virginia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Virginia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Virginia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Virginia: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Virginia where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Virginia: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Virginia trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Colorado, Ranked
Colorado's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichColorado's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Colorado trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Colorado
Ten gentle, well-marked Colorado trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Colorado
Colorado's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Colorado: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Colorado's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Colorado: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Colorado where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Colorado: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Colorado trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New Jersey, Ranked
New Jersey's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichNew Jersey's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New Jersey trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New Jersey
Ten gentle, well-marked New Jersey trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New Jersey
New Jersey's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in New Jersey: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New Jersey's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in New Jersey: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in New Jersey where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in New Jersey: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle New Jersey trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in North Carolina, Ranked
North Carolina's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichNorth Carolina's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten North Carolina trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in North Carolina
Ten gentle, well-marked North Carolina trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in North Carolina
North Carolina's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in North Carolina: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
North Carolina's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in North Carolina: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in North Carolina where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in North Carolina: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle North Carolina trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Oregon, Ranked
Oregon's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichOregon's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Oregon trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Oregon
Ten gentle, well-marked Oregon trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Oregon
Oregon's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Oregon: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Oregon's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Oregon: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Oregon where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Oregon: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Oregon trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Maryland, Ranked
Maryland's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMaryland's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Maryland trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Maryland
Ten gentle, well-marked Maryland trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Maryland
Maryland's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Maryland: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Maryland's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Maryland: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Maryland where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Maryland: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Maryland trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in West Virginia, Ranked
West Virginia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichWest Virginia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten West Virginia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in West Virginia
Ten gentle, well-marked West Virginia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in West Virginia
West Virginia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in West Virginia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
West Virginia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in West Virginia: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in West Virginia where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in West Virginia: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle West Virginia trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New Hampshire, Ranked
New Hampshire's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuNew Hampshire's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New Hampshire trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New Hampshire
Ten gentle, well-marked New Hampshire trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in New Hampshire: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New Hampshire's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in New Hampshire: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in New Hampshire where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in New Hampshire: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle New Hampshire trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Wisconsin, Ranked
Wisconsin's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichWisconsin's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Wisconsin trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin
Ten gentle, well-marked Wisconsin trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Wisconsin: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Wisconsin's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Wisconsin where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Wisconsin trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Ohio, Ranked
Ohio's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykOhio's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Ohio trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Ohio
Ten gentle, well-marked Ohio trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Ohio
Ohio's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Ohio: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Ohio's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Ohio: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Ohio where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Ohio: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Ohio trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Minnesota, Ranked
Minnesota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMinnesota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Minnesota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Minnesota
Ten gentle, well-marked Minnesota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Minnesota
Minnesota's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Minnesota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Minnesota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Minnesota: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Minnesota where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Minnesota: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Minnesota trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Maine, Ranked
Maine's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichMaine's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Maine trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Maine
Ten gentle, well-marked Maine trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Maine
Maine's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Maine: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Maine's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Maine: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Maine where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Maine: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Maine trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Illinois, Ranked
Illinois's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichIllinois's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Illinois trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Illinois
Ten gentle, well-marked Illinois trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Illinois
Illinois's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Illinois: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Illinois's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Illinois: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Illinois where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Illinois: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Illinois trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Utah, Ranked
Utah's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykUtah's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Utah trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Utah
Ten gentle, well-marked Utah trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Utah
Utah's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Utah: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Utah's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Utah: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Utah where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Utah: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Utah trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Arizona, Ranked
Arizona's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichArizona's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Arizona trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Arizona
Ten gentle, well-marked Arizona trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Arizona
Arizona's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Arizona: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Arizona's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Arizona: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Arizona where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Arizona: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Arizona trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Georgia, Ranked
Georgia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuGeorgia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Georgia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Georgia
Ten gentle, well-marked Georgia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Georgia
Georgia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Georgia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Georgia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Georgia: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Georgia where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Georgia: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Georgia trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Tennessee, Ranked
Tennessee's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykTennessee's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Tennessee trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Tennessee
Ten gentle, well-marked Tennessee trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Tennessee
Tennessee's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Tennessee: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Tennessee's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Tennessee: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Tennessee where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Tennessee: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Tennessee trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Idaho, Ranked
Idaho's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichIdaho's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Idaho trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Idaho
Ten gentle, well-marked Idaho trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Idaho
Idaho's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Idaho: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Idaho's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Idaho: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Idaho where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Idaho: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Idaho trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Vermont, Ranked
Vermont's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichVermont's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Vermont trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Vermont
Ten gentle, well-marked Vermont trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Vermont
Vermont's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Vermont: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Vermont's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Vermont: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Vermont where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Vermont: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Vermont trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Missouri, Ranked
Missouri's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMissouri's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Missouri trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Missouri
Ten gentle, well-marked Missouri trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Missouri
Missouri's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Missouri: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Missouri's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Missouri: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Missouri where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Missouri: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Missouri trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Florida, Ranked
Florida's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuFlorida's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Florida trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Florida
Ten gentle, well-marked Florida trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Florida
Florida's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Florida: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Florida's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Florida: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Florida where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Florida: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Florida trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New Mexico, Ranked
New Mexico's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuNew Mexico's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New Mexico trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New Mexico
Ten gentle, well-marked New Mexico trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New Mexico
New Mexico's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in New Mexico: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New Mexico's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in New Mexico: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in New Mexico where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in New Mexico: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle New Mexico trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Nevada, Ranked
Nevada's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleNevada's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Nevada trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Nevada
Ten gentle, well-marked Nevada trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Nevada
Nevada's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Nevada: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Nevada's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Nevada: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Nevada where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Nevada: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Nevada trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Montana, Ranked
Montana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleMontana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Montana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Montana
Ten gentle, well-marked Montana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Montana
Montana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Montana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Montana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Montana: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Montana where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Montana: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Montana trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Alaska, Ranked
Alaska's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykAlaska's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Alaska trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alaska
Ten gentle, well-marked Alaska trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alaska
Alaska's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Alaska: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Alaska's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Alaska: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Alaska where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Alaska: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Alaska trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Kentucky, Ranked
Kentucky's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichKentucky's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Kentucky trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Kentucky
Ten gentle, well-marked Kentucky trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Kentucky
Kentucky's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Kentucky: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Kentucky's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Kentucky: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Kentucky where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Kentucky: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Kentucky trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Connecticut, Ranked
Connecticut's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuConnecticut's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Connecticut trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Connecticut
Ten gentle, well-marked Connecticut trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Connecticut
Connecticut's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Connecticut: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Connecticut's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Connecticut: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Connecticut where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Connecticut: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Connecticut trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Indiana, Ranked
Indiana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuIndiana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Indiana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Indiana
Ten gentle, well-marked Indiana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Indiana
Indiana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Indiana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Indiana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Indiana: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Indiana where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Indiana: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Indiana trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Wyoming, Ranked
Wyoming's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichWyoming's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Wyoming trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Wyoming
Ten gentle, well-marked Wyoming trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Wyoming
Wyoming's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Wyoming: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Wyoming's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Wyoming: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Wyoming where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Wyoming: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Wyoming trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in South Carolina, Ranked
South Carolina's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykSouth Carolina's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten South Carolina trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in South Carolina
Ten gentle, well-marked South Carolina trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in South Carolina
South Carolina's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in South Carolina: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
South Carolina's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in South Carolina: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in South Carolina where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in South Carolina: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle South Carolina trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Alabama, Ranked
Alabama's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykAlabama's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Alabama trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Alabama
Ten gentle, well-marked Alabama trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Alabama
Alabama's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Alabama: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Alabama's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Alabama: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Alabama where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Alabama: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Alabama trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Arkansas, Ranked
Arkansas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuArkansas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Arkansas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Arkansas
Ten gentle, well-marked Arkansas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Arkansas
Arkansas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Arkansas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Arkansas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Arkansas: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Arkansas where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Arkansas: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Arkansas trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Nebraska, Ranked
Nebraska's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichNebraska's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Nebraska trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Nebraska
Ten gentle, well-marked Nebraska trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Nebraska
Nebraska's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Nebraska: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Nebraska's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Nebraska: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Nebraska where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Nebraska: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Nebraska trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Rhode Island, Ranked
Rhode Island's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuRhode Island's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Rhode Island trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Rhode Island
Ten gentle, well-marked Rhode Island trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Rhode Island: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Rhode Island's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Rhode Island: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Rhode Island where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Rhode Island: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Rhode Island trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Louisiana, Ranked
Louisiana's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichLouisiana's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Louisiana trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Louisiana
Ten gentle, well-marked Louisiana trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Louisiana
Louisiana's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Louisiana: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Louisiana's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Louisiana: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Louisiana where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Louisiana: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Louisiana trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Mississippi, Ranked
Mississippi's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMississippi's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Mississippi trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Mississippi
Ten gentle, well-marked Mississippi trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Mississippi
Mississippi's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Mississippi: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Mississippi's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Mississippi: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Mississippi where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Mississippi: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Mississippi trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in South Dakota, Ranked
South Dakota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuSouth Dakota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten South Dakota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in South Dakota
Ten gentle, well-marked South Dakota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in South Dakota
South Dakota's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in South Dakota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
South Dakota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in South Dakota: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in South Dakota where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in South Dakota: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle South Dakota trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Hawaii, Ranked
Hawaii's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichHawaii's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Hawaii trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Hawaii
Ten gentle, well-marked Hawaii trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Hawaii
Hawaii's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Hawaii: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Hawaii's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Hawaii: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Hawaii where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Hawaii: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Hawaii trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in District of Columbia, Ranked
District of Columbia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichDistrict of Columbia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten District of Columbia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in District of Columbia
Ten gentle, well-marked District of Columbia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in District of Columbia
District of Columbia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in District of Columbia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
District of Columbia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in District of Columbia: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in District of Columbia where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Family-Friendly Hikes in District of Columbia: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle District of Columbia trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in North Dakota, Ranked
North Dakota's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykNorth Dakota's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten North Dakota trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in North Dakota
Ten gentle, well-marked North Dakota trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in North Dakota
North Dakota's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in North Dakota: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
North Dakota's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in North Dakota: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in North Dakota where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in North Dakota: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle North Dakota trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Delaware, Ranked
Delaware's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleDelaware's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Delaware trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Delaware
Ten gentle, well-marked Delaware trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Delaware
Delaware's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Delaware: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Delaware's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Delaware: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Delaware where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Delaware: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Delaware trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Iowa, Ranked
Iowa's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykIowa's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Iowa trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Iowa
Ten gentle, well-marked Iowa trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Iowa
Iowa's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Iowa: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Iowa's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Iowa: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Iowa where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Iowa: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Iowa trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Kansas, Ranked
Kansas's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Joshua EarleKansas's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Kansas trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Kansas
Ten gentle, well-marked Kansas trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Kansas
Kansas's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Kansas: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Kansas's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Dog-Friendly Hikes in Kansas: Leash-Welcome Trails
Hikes in Kansas where dogs are explicitly welcome — picked for moderate length, manageable terrain, and verified leash access.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Family-Friendly Hikes in Kansas: Easy Trails for Kids
Short, gentle Kansas trails sized for kids, grandparents, and recovery days. The ones we'd take our own families on.