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Natural Wonders: Freaky Bats, Dry Falls, Winter Witch Hazel

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Washington, Arkansas, and Georgia are host to these three life-list phenomena treks.

America's Scariest Trails: What are You Afraid of?

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Haunted mountains? Vanished campers? Bloodthirsty creatures? An evil wind that lures hikers over a waterfall? We dare you to hike America's scariest trails.

Vanishing Act: Explore Yellowstone's Northern Fringe

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Disappear into Yellowstone's secret northern fringe, where you'll find a rejuvenated landscape and total solitude (except for the bison and grizzlies).

The Wild Edge: Exploring Portland's Forest Park

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When urban trails blend with raw wilderness, the sum is much greater than the parts.

Top 3 Battlefield Hikes

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Close your eyes and hear the bullets fly: These three routes pass through parks drenched in United States military history.

BACKPACKER 3D Trail Flyover Videos

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Fly these classic hikes in 3D with our guided tours.

Out of Africa: Interview with Ultrahiker Justin Lichter

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In an attempt to hike the continent's wild divide, one ultrahiker does something he's never done–quit.

Quick Escapes: 10 Trails Near Major Cities

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The perfect metro-area trail: close, wild, uncrowded. Here are 10 major city options.

America's Scariest Trails: Bloodthirsty Creatures

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Bigfoot? He's a softy compared to the other menacing monsters lurking in the woods near you.

America's Scariest Trails: Supernatural Sights

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Alpine views and starry skies are nice, but on these unsettling hikes you might see something really stunning.