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Climbing Grays Peak, West of Georgetown, CO: Ninth Highest of Colorado's 54 Fourteen-Thousand Foot Peaks

By: Richard Fleck

Hiking the Smoky Mountains Chimney Tops Trail: A Short but Strenuous Day Hike in the Smokies of East Tennessee

By: Ronald G Falconberry

Climbing Mount Wheeler, East of Taos, NM: Highest Mountain in New Mexico in Carson National Forest

By: Richard Fleck

Day Hikes in Phoenix: Popular Hiking Destinations in Arizona’s Largest Metropolitan Area

By: Andrea Aker

Hiking Four Peaks in Mazatzal Mountains: East of Phoenix, AZ, Browns Trail Leads to Summit of Highest Peak

By: Andrea Aker

Where to Walk in Andalucia in Spain: From the Sierra Nevada and Axarquia to Grazalema and Alcornocales

By: Tony Allen

Into the Cheviot Henhole, Northumberland: One of the Most Spectacular Mountain Scenes in the North of England

By: Anthony Toole

The Best Walking Trails on Cyprus: Follow the Smigies Nature Trails to Explore the Akamas Peninsula

By: Jane Hodgson

Four Waterfalls of the Niagara Peninsula: Niagara Falls' Neighbours Spectacular in their Natural Settings

By: Frank Giorno

Climbing Slide Mountain, West of Shandaken, NY: Highest Mountain in the Catskills of New York State

By: Richard Fleck

Yosemite Half Dome Trail for Casual Hikers: Hike Yosemite's Masterpiece Made Famous by Ansel Adams

By: John Wu

Climbing Medicine Bow Peak, West of Laramie, WY: Highest Mountain in Wyoming's Snowy Range

By: Richard Fleck

Climbing Longs Peak, South of Estes Park, CO: Highest Mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park

By: Richard Fleck

Climbing Mount Monadnock, New Hampshire: Second Most Climbed Mountain in the World (after Mount Fuji, Japan)

By: Richard Fleck

Great Hikes with Dogs in Bozeman, Montana: Explore Dog Friendly Landscapes all Easy to Locate

By: Becky Warren

Climbing Harney Peak, West of Rapid City, SD: Highest Mountain in South Dakota, and highest east of the Rockies

By: Richard Fleck

Mary Cummings Park in Woburn, Massachusetts: 210 Acres of Green Space and Recreation Land North of Boston

By: Molly Markey

Climbing Humphreys Peak, NW of Flagstaff Arizona: Highest Mountain in Arizona in the San Francisco Peaks

By: Richard Fleck

Hiking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire: Three Top Trails to Take to See New England’s Best Fall Foliage

By: Pamela Wright

Climbing Guadalupe Peak, East of El Paso, Texas: Highest Mountain in Texas in Guadalupe Mountains National Park

By: Richard Fleck

Hiking at Torreya State Park: Exploring the Apalachicola River Bluffs of Florida

By: Feature Writer Beverly Hill

Beach Backpacking in Olympic National Park: Hiking Third Beach to Hoh River in Washington State

By: Stephanie Cox

Try William Wordsworth's Walks: Literary Lake District Walking Routes

By: Jane Hodgson

Facts About America's Triple Crown Hiking Trails: Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trail Statistics

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Scafell Pike, the Highest Mountain in England: A Mecca for any Hiker in the Lake District

By: Jane Hodgson

Helvellyn, Walking and Scrambling Routes: Walking in the English Lake District, Striding and Swirral Edges

By: Jane Hodgson

Hiking and Scrambling Around Great Gable: Exploring Napes Needle and Sphinx Rock in the English Lake District

By: Jane Hodgson

Exploring the Langdale Pikes: Climbing Harrison and Pike o' Stickle in the English Lake District

By: Jane Hodgson

Coniston Old Man and the Coppermines: Exploring the Coniston Fells in the English Lake District

By: Jane Hodgson

Hiking America's Triple Crown Trails: The Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trails

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Snowmass Mountain, CO USA: Getting to the Trailhead, Hiking the Approach, Safety, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hike the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse Loop: Vancouver Island Hiking Trail Gives Panoramic Ocean Views

By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Hiking Burnt Mountain in Maine: Sweeping Vistas from Sugarloaf USA's Neighboring Peak

By: Cheryl Pratt

Night Hiking in the Western United States: Preparation and Planning for a Summer Night Hike

By: Patricia Poulin

Hiking Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona: The Echo Canyon Trail Offers a Scenic, All-Body Workout

By: Andrea Aker

Mount Falcon Park, CO USA: Trails for Both the Experienced Hiker and for Families

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking the Grand Canyon: Hiking Bright Angel Trail and North Kaibab Trail

By: Thomas Wyatt

Saddle Mountain is a Pretty Oregon Day Hike: Info, Difficulty, and Views of a Beautiful Portland Nature Adventure

By: Stephanie Cox

Walking Los Tres Miles – Spanish Sierra Nevada: Five-Day Backpacking Adventure Among the 3,000 m peaks of Andalucia

By: Chiz Dakin

Spanish Sierra Nevada Walks From Trevelez: Walking Routes From the South Side, Siete Lagunas, Alcazabar and GR7

By: Chiz Dakin

Spanish Sierra Nevada Mountain Walks Near Veleta: Two High-altitude Walking Routes in Andalucia Near Granada

By: Chiz Dakin

Spanish Sierra Nevada Walks Near Poqueira Hut: Walking Routes From The South Side–Capileira, Trevelez and Mulhacen

By: Chiz Dakin

Park City, Utah Mountain Hiking Adventures: Ski Resorts Offer Hikers and Mountain Bikers High-Altitude Views

By: Stillman Rogers

Hike Bald Mountain Near Webb Lake in Maine: Western Maine Hike Offers Great Views, Great Workout

By: Cheryl Pratt

Going-to-the-Sun Road in US Rocky Mountains: Glacier National Park, Montana

By: Christine Breen-Williams

Fall Foliage Hikes in Upstate New York Parks: See Colorful Autumn Leaves While Walking the Trails Near Albany NY

By: Barbara Shema

West Palisades Hiking Trail Offers Wooded Views: Atlanta, USA Trail Explores Chattahoochee Riverbank and Hillside

By: Susan Murray

Broad River Trail Traverses Steep Slopes: This Northeast Georgia, USA Hiking Trail is Secluded and Peaceful

By: Susan Murray

Hiking Sweetwater Creek State Park, Atlanta USA: Georgia State Park Hiking Trails Are Archeaological And Historical

By: Susan Murray

Hiking the Nahuel Huapi Traverse in Bariloche: Hike Argentina’s Lakes District in Nahuel Huapi National Park

By: Jeff Bartlett

Hiking in Rattlesnake Country: How to Identify Rattlers and What to Do When Encountering a Snake

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Enjoying a Successful Hike up Mont-Salève: Between Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, the Rugged Salève Beckons

By: Audrey Heald

Hiking the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale: Top Arizona Desert Preserve Combines Scenic Beauty with Planned Use

By: Jeanne Lombardo

Hiking Red Rock Canyon NCA in Nevada: Hiking or Driving in Red Rock Provides Unique Desert Experience

By: JoAnn Sardo

Hiking and Driving in Red Rock Canyon, Nevada: Scenic 13-mile Driving Loop Offers Numerous Hiking Opportunities

By: JoAnn Sardo

Summer Backpacks into the Grand Canyon: Preparing for Trekking into one Wonders of the World

By: Melody Hicks

Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Hiking the Tennessee and North Carolina Mountains

By: Rachel Campbell

Hiking in the Florida Wilderness: Explore Fort Center Trail Near Lake Okeechobee

By: Susan Etchey

Atlanta, USA Hiking Trail Has Diverse Terrain: Moderate Suburban Georgia Trail Includes Shoals, Palisades, Forest

By: Susan Murray

Deer Creek Canyon Park, CO USA: History, Facilities, and Hiking the Meadowlark Trail

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking Buckskin Gulch, Southwestern Utah, U.S.A. The Longest, Deepest Slot Canyon in the Southwestern United States.

By: Tracy Morris

Backpacking The Wave in Southern Utah, U.S A. A Rare Formation That is Often Photographed But Sparsely Visited

By: Tracy Morris

South Valley Park, Colorado, USA: Origins, Facilities, and Hiking the Coyote Song Trail

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking for Beginners on a Budget: Learn the Basics of Hiking, While Effectively Saving Money

By: Rebecca Wrenn

Hiking The First Pump Peak on Mount Seymour, BC: Panoramic Sub-Alpine Hike Thirty Minutes from Downtown Vancouver

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking in British Columbia's Coast Mountains: Recommended Day Hikes Within an Hour from Downtown Vancouver, BC

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking the Lynn Loop in North Vancouver, BC: Lynn Valley Loop Trail, a Great Local Day Hike in the Vancouver Area

By: Clayton Worbeck

Understanding Trail Signs: How Hikers and Backcountry Travelers can Utilize Signs

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Five Star Trail Suits Both Biker and Pedestrian: This Easy, Level Pennsylvania USA Trail Is A Rail With Trail

By: Susan Murray

Hiking Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii, US: Tips for a Successful Summit Hike on Hawaii's Tallest Mountain

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking the Stawamus Chief in Squamish, BC: Hike This Popular Destination Between Vancouver and Whistler, BC

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking Multi-Use Trails: Identifying a Multi-Use Trail, Regulations, and Tips for Hikers

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Tips on How to Improve Your Grouse Grind Time: Hints for Grouse Mountain Hikers Wanting to Lower Their Summit Time

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking British Columbia's Grouse Grind: Hike the Most Popular Trail in Vancouver, BC

By: Clayton Worbeck

Hiking Trails in Pennsylvania: Experience the Geographical & Historical Significance of Mt. Davis

By: Christine Musser

How to Combine California Hiking and Wine Tasting: Make Local Day Trips Fun in Northern CA with these Planning Tips

By: Donna West

How to Avoid Bad Encounters with Wild Animals: Why You Should Be Making Some Noise While Hiking

By: Bonnie Way

Hiking Utah's Spooky and Peek-A-Boo Canyons: Beginner Slot Canyons in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

By: Amiee Maxwell

Alderfer/Three Sisters Park, CO USA: How to Get to the Park, Facilities, and Hiking the Sisters Trail

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Lair O' the Bear Park, CO USA: Fishing, Picnicking, and Hiking the Bruin Bluff Trail

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking Trail Etiquette: Some Common Courtesy Rules

By: Amy Clarke

How to Find USA Hiking Trails: Use American Discovery Trail for Hikes, Bikes, Horse Riding Trips

By: Donna West

Historical Hiking Trails in Arkansas, USA: Ten Great Locations to Hike

By: Carly Duff

Easy Hiking Trails in Yosemite National Park, Ca: Non-strenuous Hikes Through the Sierra Nevada

By: Monika Fuchs

Hiking the Lookout Mountain Trail, CO USA: A Short Hike Near Golden, Colorado

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking in Minnewaska State Park Preserve, NY USA: State Park Provides Many Hiking Experiences For Every Skill Level

By: Susan Murray

Hiking the Chimney Gulch Trail, CO USA: Hiking Near Golden, Colorado and Lookout Mountain

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Desert Excursions Require Careful Preparation: Even Winter Hiking Can be Perilous for the Unprepared

By: R.L. Coffield

Starting a Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike: Coping with Water Shortages, Heat, and Mileage on a PCT Thru-Hike

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Making a Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike Itinerary: When to Start the 2,700-Mile Mexico to Canada P.C.T.

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Starting an Appalachian Trail Thru-hike: Getting off to a Good Start on the 2,200-Mile Georgia to Maine Trek

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Yellowstone - Easy Can-do Hikes for Everyone: Yellowstone National Park - Hike to Physical & Emotional Fitness

By: JoAnn Sardo

Best Time for a Nature Walk in Cyprus: Discover Beautiful Wild Flowers in the Cyprus Mountains

By: Feature Writer Helen Smeaton

Discover Wild Orchids in Cyprus: Where to Find Orchids on a Cyprus Nature Trail

By: Feature Writer Helen Smeaton

Yellowstone - Fun Can-do Hikes for the Unfit: Yellowstone National Park - the Perfect Place to Hike to Fitness

By: JoAnn Sardo

Mathis Canyon Trail, Laguna Beach, CA: Find Natural and Human History on this Laguna Beach Hiking Trail

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

Laguna Beach, CA Canyon to Ridge Hiking Loop: A Hike through Laguna, Wood and Aliso Canyons via Top of the World

By: Feature Writer Ret Talbot

Cathedral Lakes Lodge, B.C. High Altitude Hiking near Keremeos, British Columbia, Canada

By: James Hamilton

Guidebooks and Maps for Hiking in the Pyrenees: How to Find Information for Trekking Routes Across the Pyrenees

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

Hiking Across the Pyrenees in France and Spain: Route Descrptions of the Three Major Trans-Pyrenees Trails

By: Feature Writer Karen Berger

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