Trips by State
Got the itch to go hiking? Whether it’s prepping for the trip of a lifetime or finding local hikes, these picks from the editors of Backpacker will help you get out more. Find day hikes, multi-day trips, and more.
Glacier National Park: Backpacker’s All-Time Favorite Hikes
Whether you have a day, a weekend, or a whole week, there's a hike for you in Glacier National Park.
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The Best Hikes in Oregon, From the Mountains to the Sea
Take a walk on the wild side in the Pacific Northwest, exploring endless dayhikes and backpacking trips across Oregon.
In Montana’s Bear-Filled Crazy Mountains, Hikers Are Never Alone
The remote Crazies are a playground for more than just humans.
9 Incredible Night Sky Hikes to Do This Year
At these dark-sky destinations, the stars are out of this world.
The Best Hikes in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs makes for an unforgettable gateway into the Rocky Mountains’ Front Range.
The Best Hikes in Washington
Whether you’re new to the area, just visiting, or a lifelong resident here, there’s always new trails to explore!
What Did I Learn Trudging Through the Swamps of the Florida Trail? That I’m a Kink Hiker.
The pain I experience while thru-hiking draws me back to the present and makes me more aware of my privilege
The Ozark Trail: A Guide to Hiking Missouri’s Mountains
This hidden gem of a thru-hike shows off all the Ozarks have to offer.
Hiking the Eagle Creek Trail
With several dozen waterfalls, old growth forest, and mossy grottos carved right out of the wall of Columbia River Gorge, this trail is a hiker's paradise.
The Best Hikes on O’ahu
From summit scrambles to lowland rainforest, there's a hike on O'ahu for every hiker.
Hiking Sedona’s Devils Bridge Trail
This sandstone arch outside Sedona, AZ has top-notch views and a fun bit of scrambling.
The 15 Best National Park Campsites in America
At these creekside, shorefront, and mountaintop spots, the views are so gorgeous that you may never want to go to sleep.
The Best Hikes in the Dolly Sods
There's a whole wilderness of green valleys, rocky mountaintops, and hidden waterfalls ready to explore in West Virginia's Dolly Sods. Here are our favorite ways to enjoy it.
For My Family, Hiking History Is Black History
Over a 30-mile hike through the High Sierra, a father and son reflect on belonging in the wilderness.
The Best Hikes On Maui
Rainforest, volcanic summits, and lush bamboo groves; this island has everything a hiker could want.
The Best Hikes in Acadia National Park
Find the best of Maine's unbeatable seashore on these hikes through Acadia National Park.
Bask in the Fall Glory on These 7 Perfect Autumn Leaf Hikes
Hit up one of these 7 hikes for a late-season color show.
The 22 Best Hard Hikes in America
Whether it’s big elevation changes, big miles, or big moves, these 23 routes prove that the best hikes are often the hardest. There’s a world of adventure out there—if you’re strong enough to seize it.
15 Ledge Hikes That Will Make Your Palms Sweat
Get on a high ledge, a crumbly cliff, or a knife-edge ridge and your body will recognize the feeling before your brain catches on.
Hike This, Not That: Skip the Big-Name Parks for These 15 Uncrowded Trails
No one likes hiking in a crowd. Get all of the scenery and less of the lines with these alternatives to the big parks.