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Springer Mountain via Appalachian Approach Trail, Georgia
This iconic hike is the first step for many Northbound Thru Hikers along the Appalachian Trail.
Charlie’s Bunion via Appalachian Trail, Tennessee
After hiking through a stunningly beautiful pine forest, hikers are brought to a large rock outcropping with a formation that looks like – you guessed it – a giant bunion.
Mayflower Gulch, Colorado
Mayflower Gulch may have been the site of an old mining operation years ago, but current day is known for sweeping mountain views, wild flowers, and backcountry skiing.
Double Arch, Utah
This sandy trail may be short, but it takes hikers to one of the coolest arches within Arches National Park.
The Windows and Turret Arch, Utah
This trail is a quick way to check 3 arches off your list while in Arches National Park.
Grand Prismatic Springs Overlook via Fairy Falls Trail, Wyoming
Standing on the edges of the Grand Prismatic Spring is an awesome experience, but to really appreciate the beauty of this hot spring you’ll need to see it from above.
The Tanks via Capitol Gorge Trail, Utah
This sandy trail is family friendly, yet gives you a “backcountry-type” experience within the park.
Silver Dollar & Murray Lakes, Colorado
If you’re a fan of Colorado alpine lakes, then this is the trail for you.
Shuckstack Firetower, North Carolina
This rickety old firetower offers some of the best views within Great Smoky Mountains National.
Max Patch Mountain, North Carolina
This bald mountain is covered in seemingly endless miles of grassy fields and tall grasses. Hit it at the right time of year and the fields will be sprinkled with wildflowers, blueberries, and blackberries.
Mesa Arch, Utah
This short hike takes you to the most photographed arch in the world, as well as one of the most scenic overlooks in Canyonlands National Park.
Goblin’s Lair (Chamber of the Basilisk), Utah
This is one of the most unique hikes in central Utah – and the fact that it’s in a state park helps it slide under the radar of most tourist.
High View Nature Loop, California
Hiking to High View is the perfect way to experience the unique landscape of both Joshua Tree National Park and the Mojave desert
Alberta Falls, The Loch, & Sky Pond, Colorado
I truly mean it when I say that this trail is one of the prettiest hikes I have ever done. From gushing waterfalls to sparkling blue alpine lakes, this hike should be at the top of everyone’s list when visiting Rocky Mountain National Park.
Boulder Falls, Colorado
This extremely short trail brings hikers along the North Boulder Creek, and to the base of the roaring Boulder Falls.
Devil’s Head Fire Lookout, Colorado
The trail up to Devil’s Head Fire Lookout Tower takes hikers high into Colorado’s front range mountains, and offers views of Denver, Pike’s Peak, and the surrounding Rocky Mountains.
Ricketts Glen Falls Trail, Pennsylvania
The Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park is considered the best waterfall hike along the entire East Coast. With only a 7 mile hike, you will see 21 named waterfalls + dozens of smaller unnamed falls.
Alum Cave Bluffs, Tennessee
Hiking to Alum Cave takes you high above the trees and gives you some of the best views within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Lehigh Gap, Pennsylvania
The climb up from Lehigh Gap is one of the most unique hikes both along the Appalachian Trail and in Pennsylvania. The area is barren of most living things – instead, hikers will be climbing straight up a mountain made of boulders and rocks.
Devil’s Garden Trail, Utah
Most visitors to Arches National Park come with the goal of seeing as many natural sandstone arches as they can. If you’re looking to add 8 more to your list, then there is no better place than the Devil’s Garden Trail.