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Seattle, WA: Pratt Lake Saddle

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Less than an hour's drive from Seattle, this 8.2-mile out-and-back visits a scenic overlook with five-star views of Mount Rainier and the Alpine Lakes Wilderness.

Yosemite National Park: Panorama Trail

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Don't worry about the crowds. This classic 8.8-mile dayhike offers plenty for all trailgoers: giant waterfalls, trailside rainbows, and arguably some of the best views in Yosemite.

Kauai, HI: Waimea Canyon

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Explore Hawaii's own Grand Canyon on this 2-mile out-and-back that travels into the depths of Waimea Canyon and passes postcard views at nearly every turn.

Colorado Springs: Waldo Canyon Loop

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Don't forget the camera: This scenic 7.1-mile loop in Pike National Forest serves up short climbs, fast descents, and fine views of Pikes Peak.

Pacific Crest Trail: CA Section 37

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I-5 to GUMBOOT TRAILHEAD: Trek past the lofty spires of Castle Crags to the weathered ridges and lakes near the Trinity Divide on this 21.5-mile stretch. Postcard views of Mount Shasta dominate the horizon.

Long Trail (Section 10): Buchanan Shelter to VT 15

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A 25.7-mile point-to-point across some of the toughest terrain in the Green Mountains, this Long Trail section scrambles up Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak.

Mt Harvard / Mt Columbia Traverse

Submitted by: Spanky
We decided to make this a multi-day hike as to have some time to slow down and enjoy the experience. hiked up to treeline to establish base camp. Next day hiked Mt Harvard and traversed over to Mt Columbia; back down to base camp. Hiked out next day.

Ozark Trail - North Fork Section & Hammond Camp Loop Trail

Submitted by: Hoss44
Hot Day, very humid. Limited water sources along trail. Saw fresh Black Bear tracks just off the Hwy CC Trailhead...very cool!

Walnut Creek Metro Park

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A totally urban park that feels rural with tons of fantastic single track packed into a small area. The combinations of rides/hikes are endless!

Mt. Catherine

Submitted by: HikingWithMyBrother
Take a short hike up to the summit of Mt. Catherine to survey Keechelus Lake below.

Sacramento, CA: American River Bike Trail

Submitted by: Bike7369
This 33-mile ride on the American River Bike Trail escapes from downtown Sacramento, linking lush parks and scenic riverside views.

HWY 528 - 313 Loop

Submitted by: Lostbear
A scenic loop that takes you on a portion of the ABQ Century ride.

The Peak: Mt. Greylock

BACKPACKER Review
Take the 5.5 mile trek up Bellows Pipe Trail to the summit, while your there enjoy a local cocktail a cup of chowder at Bascom Lodge.

Natural Wonders: Blowholes, Salmon Runs, & Wine Country

BACKPACKER Review
Hawaii's Nakalele blowhole rivals Old Faithful. Plus: Trek to Oregon's salmon run and California's wine country.

Rip & Go: Iron Mountain Loop - Mount Rogers National Recreation Area

BACKPACKER Review
Lose the leaf-peeping crowds on this quiet ramble above Virginia's loftiest canopies of color.

Rip & Go: Badwater Basin to Gold Valley - Death Valley National Park, CA

BACKPACKER Review
Don't waste winter: Tackle this cross-country canyon trek in the Lower 48's largest national park.

National Parks Hall of Fame

BACKPACKER Review
The all-time best. That's what every hiker wants on a national park trek, and that's what you'll get if you tackle one of these 25 trips.

National Parks Hall of Fame: Best Dayhike

BACKPACKER Review
Beat the crowds by tackling this classic dayhike by moonlight.

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Adventure Weekends: Luxury Hiking and Camping

We've got a selection of cozy shelters and trail-side restaurants from Washington to Maine. Check out these hikes in the Rockies, the Northeast, and the Northwest.

Hiking The Annapurna Circuit: Q&A With Shannon Davis

Associate editor Shannon Davis tells us more about the highs and lows of his honeymoon trek (featured in March 2009's "The Perfect Circle") on the sky-scraping Annapurna Circuit in Nepal.

American Classic: Hiking the Appalachian Trail

In this ultimate guide to the country's favorite footpath, you'll find our picks for the best hiking and camping, and a complete plan for thru-hikers. Plus, meet a man who has made it his job to help AT hikers.