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Explore 101 of the top Southern California hikes. Detailed routes, from family-friendly 1-mile walks to challenging 52-mile backpacking trips.

This guide represents 50 of the very best of the thousands of miles of hiking trails within Utah’s national parks.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers countless opportunities for outdoor adventure with over 450 miles of trails to explore.

The official companion app to the Wilderness Press guidebook ‘Best Summit Hikes in Colorado’ by James Dziezynski.

The first National Park east of the Mississippi, Acadia is located on Mt. Desert Island and is home to miles of trails, woodlands, and rocky beaches.

The Allegheny Trail is a 311-mile north-south trail with its northern terminus on the Mason-Dixon Line at the Pennsylvania-West Virginia border near Bruceton Mills.

The Appalachian Trail is one of the oldest National Scenic Trails in the US. Its path takes you from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mt. Katahdin in Maine.

The Arizona Trail stretches 788 miles across the state of Arizona from Mexico to Utah, passing through some of the most diverse and beautiful landscapes in the state.

The Arizona National Scenic Trail Bike Route stretches 830 scenic miles across the state of Arizona from Mexico to Utah.

The state of Arkansas offers a variety of hiking trails. Our hiker bundle includes the Ouachita Trail, Ozark Highlands Trail, Eagle Rock Loop, and Buffalo River Trail.

Our Australia All Rides Bundle includes ALL of our rides in Australia. We have  carefully designed rides on quiet country roads (sealed and  unsealed) and mixed them with Rail Trails and Cycle Paths to create long distance cycle routes that we are sure you will enjoy. Our Cycling Networks let you design your own routes on roads that are great for cycling with all the info you need included.

This amazing 10,000-kilometre route takes you through some of the best cycling country Australia has to offer. Start in Brisbane and finish in Darwin. Hop on your bike at Brisbane Airport and cycle on quiet country roads and cycle paths to Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide and Uluru before finishing in Darwin.

Baxter State Park is home to Maine’s highest peak, Mt. Katahdin, as well as lakes and campgrounds. Bottom line, Baxter is worth the trip!

The Bears Ears are two adjacent buttes, together resembling a pair of bear ears, that rise from high on a plateau in southeastern Utah.

Named for the American forester, the Benton Mackaye Trail is an Appalachian footpath of almost 289 miles that runs from Springer Mountain to the Smokies.

Hike through ancient old growth karri forests, small country towns, tingle trees, breathtaking wildflowers, and stunning coastal scenery in Western Australia.

The Bigfoot Trail is a long distance hiking trail through the Klamath Mountains of northwest California and, briefly, southwest Oregon.

Rafting or canoeing the Black Canyon Water Trail on the Colorado River outside Las Vegas is to experience a mixture of beauty and rich history.

The Buckeye Trail is Ohio’s most famous long distance hiking trail, and wraps around the entire state, passing through the state’s most scenic regions.

The Buffalo River Trail follows the Buffalo National River, one of few remaining undammed rivers in the country, featuring stunning and rugged landscapes.

The Camino de Santiago, walked by millions of pilgrims for over 1200 years, is a network of ancient pilgrimages that led to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.

The Camino del Norte is the northernmost of the Camino routes, taking pilgrims through the lush landscapes and delicious coastal cuisines of Northern Spain.

A wild, uninhabited coastline with majestic forests and headlands, white sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, and thundering surf awaits the Cape to Cape hiker.

Section IV of the Chattooga River on the Georgia – South Carolina border is a Southeastern classic with over 7.5 miles of pool drop rapids.

The Coast to Coast Path travels nearly 200 miles from the Irish Sea to the North Sea. This spectacular two-week walk crosses three National Parks.

The Colorado Trail is a challenging and rewarding 486 mile experience that goes from Denver to Durango, passing through six National Forests and more.

The Colorado Trail Bike Route is a challenging and rewarding 540-mile experience that goes from Denver to Durango.

The Connecticut River Paddlers’ Trail is a 400 mile paddle flowing past a diverse landscape of rich agricultural lands, rural communities, urban centers, and tidal marshes

Considered by many to be the most remote and challenging of the triple crown trails, the CDT passes through five western states.

The Cotswold Way leads through quintessentially English countryside, passing fantastic views of surrounding country and many places of historic interest.

The Croatian Long Distance Trail travels through beautiful landscapes: mountain trails, forests, national parks, and more.

The Czech Banat Trail, or Stezkou Českým Banátem, goes through five original Czech villages in Romania.

The Czech Trail, or Stezka Ceskem, goes completely around the Czech Republic, close to the border of its neighboring countries.

The Eagle Rock Loop, a difficult yet popular route, travels through the Ouachita National Forest offering rugged climbs and beautiful stream crossings.

The East Fork of the Carson River flows from scenic Markleeville, California, winding its way through Leviathan Canyon, and passing several camps on its journey to Gardnerville, Nevada.

92.1-mile connector of the Eastern Continental Trail in Southern Florida, filling in the gap between the Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail and the Florida National Scenic Trail.

El Camino de Costa Rica is a 280 kilometer trail that crosses the country from the Atlantic to the Pacific Oceans in 16 stages.

The Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail is a 108-mile trail across the Florida Keys.

Stretching over 1400 miles, the Florida Trail is the southernmost of the National Scenic Trails. It offers vast coastlines, open prairies, river valleys, and more.

The Foothills Trail, a 76.2-mile trail, is located in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina and is great for all types of hikers.

Four Pass Loop is a popular and beautiful backpacking trip located in the Maroon Bells/Snowmass Wilderness area of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. Maroon Lake results in an approximately 27 mile trip.

Float from western Colorado past the confluence of the Yampa River and into Utah on the Gates of Lodore section of the Green River.

Named after maritime explorer George Bass, this is a wonderful walk along clifftops and sandy beaches.

This is a fabulous challenging trail that takes you into the rich Goldfields history of Victoria.

There are few rivers more fabled than the Grand Canyon of the Colorado. The length of a journey down the canyon, paired with the unbelievable scenery and world-class whitewater make this a bucket-list trip for most boaters.

The Grand Gippsland Trail takes you right out of Melbourne by bike to the beautiful green countryside of Gippsland, exploring the stunning beaches, rolling countryside, historical country towns and temperate rainforests.

The Great Divide Trail traverses the Continental Divide as its unsigned route wanders the wilderness of the Canadian Rockies for more than 1100 kilometers.

The Great Ocean Walk is one of the best ways to explore the beauty and wildness of Australia’s South West Victorian Coastline. Along this trail, you’ll find countless spots to take in views of the rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and dramatic coastline.

Hadrian’s Wall Path follows the course of a UNESCO World Heritage Site: a Roman fortification built by Emperor Hadrian between England and Scotland.

With breathtaking views and diverse terrain in Sequoia National Park, the 61.5-mile High Sierra Trail promises an unforgettable experience for avid hikers.

The Hood River in far northern Oregon offers rafters and kayakers the best all around Class IV whitewater in the Columbia Gorge.

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a trek across Wisconsin that travels almost 1200 miles and traces the glacier that covered North America during the last Ice Age.

The 17 kilometer (11 mile) day section of the East carves deep into a remote gorge, constricting the glacial water into a world class section of continuous Class IV+ whitewater.

The Illinois River in Oregon is a tributary to the Rogue River and boasts 31 miles of incredible scenery, whitewater, and hiking.

The IAT began in 1995 with the goal of creating a walking trail that followed the Appalachian Mountains from Mount Katahdin, Maine to Cap Gaspe, Quebec. Since then the IAT has grown to over 5000mi/8000km in length and include trails in 13 countries on 3 continents around the North Atlantic.

The Israel National Trail crosses the entire country of Israel. The trail begins at Kibbutz Dan, near the Lebanese border in the northernmost region of the country, and extends to Eilat at the southernmost tip of Israel on the Red Sea.

The James River is Virginia’s largest river, flowing across the entire state. It begins in the mountains at the confluence of the Cowpasture and Jackson Rivers and ends at the Chesapeake Bay.

The John Day River in Oregon, renowned for its scenic beauty and rich geological history, is one of the longest undammed rivers in the contiguous United States.

Named after the environmentalist, the John Muir Trail travels over 200 miles through the Sierra Nevada Mountains and is one of the most popular trails in the country.

When the water is right, the Forks of the Kern presents some of the most scenic, toughest, and fun boating in the West.

The Klickitat River has ample boulder gardens and waves make it ideal for boaters looking to improve their skills while exploring a new area.

The Larapinta Trail travels through the heart of Central Australia, passing spectacular ranges, deep red gorges, rugged rocky ridges, and cool waterholes.

Perhaps the best day trip in Idaho, the Lochsa provides endless fun. Pool drop Class III and IV whitewater that seemingly goes on for miles.

The Long Trail is the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States. It follows the Green Mountains, crossing the state of Vermont from Massachusetts to Canada.

The Lost Coast Trail is a 24-mile point-to-point hike along the coastline of the King Range Conservation Area and is one of the only coastal wilderness experiences in the contiguous US.

The Lower Klamath Whitewater run in California is great for beginners or those looking for intermediate to advanced one day trips.

Roughly an hour away from Bozeman, Montana lies Bear Trap Canyon. Experience a mix of Class III-IV rapids and even Class V rapids.

Our guides to Maine’s State Parks, Public Reserved Lands, and Acadia National Park!

The Mawson Trail takes riders through the Adelaide Hills, through forests, farmland and historic towns. It passes the world-famous Barossa wine region and, from here, winds into the Flinders Ranges a land of ancient mountain ranges, spectacular gorges and sheltered creeks.

Melbourne Paths Network is your guide to exploring the hidden beauty of Melbourne on shared paths. Travel along the beach, take a punt across the Yarra, and explore the many rivers and waterways Melbourne has to offer.

Pennsylvania’s Mid State Trail is a hike of almost 330 miles that crosses the entire state, from the northern border with New York to the southern border with Maryland.

Unique in the Western Sierra rivers, the Middle Fork of the American River is the only one where you can check “rafting through a tunnel” off of your bucket list.

The Middle Fork of the Flathead River in Montana offers unbeatable scenery, incredible wildlife, and just enough whitewater to keep you on your toes. Flowing along the western border of Glacier National Park, this river often runs clear except during spring runoff.

Arguably the best multi-day rafting trip in America, the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho hits high points on every mark.

At an elevation of 14,505 feet, Mt. Whitney is the highest peak in the continental US. The trail is the most popular route to the summit.

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail, is a 1,400-mile trail reaching from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

The New England National Scenic Trail (NET) is a 215-mile hiking trail route that has been in existence for over half a century.

The North Country National Scenic Trail, the longest in the National Trails system, spans over 4,000 miles from North Dakota to Vermont.

The Northern Forest Canoe Trail is a 700-mile water trail that connects Old Forge, New York to Fort Kent, Maine.

This country is so varied and takes in the stunning beaches of NSW as well as the sweeping views of the Great Dividing range and the High Country.

On the 413-mile OCT, you’ll walk along beaches, wind through lush forests, traverse rolling dunes, and wander through charming coastal towns.

The Oregon Timber Trail is a world-class bikepacking destination that winds nearly 700 miles to span the length of Oregon.

The Ouachita Trail is the longest trail in the Ouachita National Forest and passes lakes, rivers, and forests as it travels through Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Hike Tasmania on the Overland Track: towering mountains, spectacular alpine lakes and plains, magnificent forests, and deep rugged gorges.

The Ozark Highlands Trail is one of the premier hiking trails in the Southern US and passes through the most scenic parts of the Ozarks of Arkansas.

The Pacific Crest Trail is an epic journey of three states and over 2600 miles. Its path travels from the US border with Mexico to the northern border with Canada.

The Pacific Northwest Trail is one of the youngest National Scenic Trails and travels from the Rocky Mountains in Montana to the coastal wilderness of Washington State.

The Pacuare River has beautiful, cascading waterfalls, a jungle setting, and year round access make it an idyllic spot.

The mountain is known for its colorful moonshine and post-Civil War feud history, for the spectacular views across the Cumberland Plateau, the diversity of plant and animal life, and interesting geological features

The Pinhoti Trail travels over 300 miles through the Appalachian Mountains of Alabama and Georgia from the Benton Mackaye Trail to Flagg Mountain.

The Ridgeway runs from Overton Hill to Ivinghoe Beacon. This casual walk has many rewards: stunning countryside, history, picturesque villages, and more.

With clear glacial waters descending from the mountains, long days on Río Futaleufú can feel like something out of a dream.

The Ruby-Horsethief Canyon section of the Colorado River is a beautiful, 25-mile, flat water trip, for those searching for tranquility, not adrenaline.

Marvel at the towering trees in this World Heritage listed Gondwana rainforest. The views along the Great Dividing Range are spectacular.

The Sheltowee Trace is a 343-mile (552.00 km) National Recreation Trail that was created in 1979 and stretches from the Burnt Mill Bridge Trail Head in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Tennessee to northern Rowan County, Kentucky.

This comprehensive hiking guide to Shenandoah National Park includes 550 miles of walking paths in this iconic national park in Virginia.

The Shotover is a stunning, bright blue river that runs from Lochnagar at its headwaters in the Southern Alps.

Experience the outback, open plains, coastal surf beaches and secluded coves. South Australia is famous for its quality wines and delightful vineyards. Enjoy a brewery, cidery or distillery for a relaxing beverage.

Explore the world famous wineries of the Barossa Valley at a gentle pace. Enjoy the Barossa Trail, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley wine regions on rail trails and paths that link right back to central Adelaide on sealed shared paths.

The South Downs Way is a 100 mile path stretching from Winchester to Eastbourne. You will see beautiful hills, woodlands, fields, and picturesque villages.

The South Fork of the American River is the most popular river in the West. It’s family-friendly and it has reliable flows all season long.

The Standing Stone Trail follows scenic ridgelines in Huntingdon, Mifflin, and Fulton counties: the rural heart of central Pennsylvania’s Tiltrock Country.

Located in Pennsylvania’s Potter and Clinton counties, the Susquehannock Trail System (STS) is an 84-mile loop hiking trail.

The Tahoe Rim Trail is a circular journey of over 170 miles that circumnavigates Lake Tahoe, traversing the Sierra Nevada and Carson ranges of California and Nevada.

Tasmania, is a wonderful and varied place to ride. Experience the temperate forests, open alpine plains, lakes nestled between mountains, coastal surf beaches and secluded coves.

This route mainly follows the Tasmanian Trail. Originally developed as a horse trail, the route provides the full range of cycling experiences from sealed roads, to farm and forestry gravel roads, to steep rough tracks through gullies and mountains.

Alaska’s Best Whitewater Destination. The “Tat” flows through the largest protected wilderness on the planet, a UNESCO World Heritage site including four Provincial and National parks in both Canada and the United States.

Te Araroa is a long distance hiking trail in New Zealand, stretching 3000 km across the country’s two main islands. The trail travels from Cape Reinga to Bluff.

The Three Capes Track traverses the ancient dolerite cliffs of Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy, and Cape Raoul: the tallest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere.

The Timberline Trail is a 41-mile trail around Mount Hood in northern Oregon, and one of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world.

Cycling in Timor Leste is for the adventurous. The roads are a challenge, the temperature and humidity exhausting, and outside the capital city of Dili, shops are very poorly-provisioned. But for the cyclist who dares to come here, they will find themselves richly rewarded for their efforts.

Torres del Paine includes the “O” and “W” routes of Torres del Paine National Park in the heart of Chilean Patagonia.

The Tour du Mont Blanc is one of the world’s famous hiking trails, passing through classic Alp scenery: rugged mountains, lush valleys, and stunning vistas.

This guide includes trails such as the South Downs Way, Wainwright’s Coast to Coast, West Highland Way, and the Ridgeway, with additional trails coming soon.

The Trans Catalina Trail is a 39 mile hike, traversing Santa Catalina Island off the coast of southern California. The trail explores flora and fauna unique to Catalina Island while offering exceptional coastal views.

The Armenia stage of the TCT – the first completed national section – traverses 861 kilometers (535 miles) across the country’s wildly diverse terrain.

The Tuolumne River Whitewater Guide outlines the Tuolumne River from Meral’s Pool to Ward’s Ferry covering rapids, camps, creeks, and river access points.

The Upper Klamath is a challenging Class II-IV+ run, with continuous whitewater for much of the river.

Enjoy a leisurely ride or hike on Rail Trails, paths and a few very quiet roads in country Victoria. Includes 14 different Victorian Rail Trails and 2 side sectors as well.

Our Victoria – South East Network is an innovative, world first, planning tool for choosing your own cycling adventure is South East Australia.

The Virginia Nature Triathlon is a long-distance adventure that challenges you to hike, bike, and paddle 1,222 miles across Virginia.

Experience the coast with no one else in sight: Walk the Yorke starts in Moonta, ends in Port Wakefield, and offers amazing views and stunning coastlines.

The Wenatchee River is famous for its great places to surf, making it known as “Washington’s Greatest Play Run.”

Scotland’s famous West Highland Way passes through spectacular scenery from the banks of Loch Lomond to Rannoch Moor to the slopes of Ben Nevis.

Take a ride beside Perth’s beaches and rivers in Western Australia. These trails are ideal for the family and people who enjoy a gentle pace.

The Wild West Route offers bikepackers a non-technical, expeditionary-scale riding experience that explores vast expanses of wild western public lands.

White Mountain National Forest is home to New Hampshire’s highest peaks and over a thousand miles of hiking trails!

The White Salmon River originates in the Mount Adams Wilderness. It flows for 44 miles before joining the Columbia River.

The Whitewater Classics Bundle contains about 846 miles of the best rivers covering rapids, campsites, hot springs, and more.

The Wild and Scenic section of the Rogue River is the most popular multi-day rafting trip on the West Coast, and for good reason.

Hike the Prom with its turquoise blue beaches, ferny glades, and wildlife such as wombats and wallabies.

Experience world-class rafting and kayaking on the Wind River, a top-rated river in the scenic Columbia Gorge region.

The Wonderland Trail is a loop of over 90 miles around Mt. Rainier that offers substantial elevation change from ridges to valleys, with views of Mt. Rainier all the while.