Blog | Great American Hikes

Hike the Fort Hill Earthworks Trail in Rocky River Reservation

The centerpiece of northeast Ohio's Rocky River Reservation, the Fort Hill Earthworks Trail offers hikers beautiful views, challenging...

Hike to Arch of Triumph, Star Gap Arch & Skyview Arch in Red River Gorge

A fantastic day hike through a semi-secluded part of Kentucky's Red River Gorge. Featuring the stunning Star Gap Arch and the elusive...

Hike to Rainbow Point in Red River Gorge

This is an easy day hike that also makes for a fantastic short overnight backpacking trip, with beautiful cliff views, incredible sunset...

Hike to Indian Cave in Kodachrome Basin State Park

Southern Utah's Kodachrome Basin State Park offers a variety of excellent hiking trails, including the short, scenic walk to Indian Cave....

Hike the Queens Garden & Navajo Loop in Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park, renowned for its surreal rock formations known as hoodoos, offers a unique and stunning hiking experience....

Hike to the Da Vinci Panel

The Da Vinci Panel is an intriguing petroglyph site located in the Beaver Dam Mountains Wilderness, between Littlefield, Arizona, and St....

Hike Willis Creek Narrows

Willis Creek Narrows is a stunning slot canyon located in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The canyon showcases narrow,...

Hike to the Circle of Friends Pictograph Panel

The Circle of Friends pictograph panel, also known as the Circle of Life panel, is a fascinating rock art site near Escalante, Utah. It...

Hike to the 100 Hands Pictograph Panel

The 100 Hands pictograph panel in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument offers a wonderful day hike that culminates in an amazing...

Hike to Brandywine Falls in Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Formed by Brandywine Creek, a significant tributary of the Cuyahoga River, the 60-foot Brandywine Falls is the tallest waterfall in...

Visit Ohio's Junction & Steel Earthworks

Located amid the scenic landscapes of Chillicothe, Ohio, the ancient Junction and Steel Earthworks continue to fascinate the minds of...

Hike Cascade Canyon in Grand Teton National Park

Hiking Cascade Canyon in Grand Teton National Park is an unforgettable experience, offering a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes...

Hike to Delta, Surprise & Amphitheater Lakes in Grand Teton National Park

One of the top day hikes in Grand Teton National Park, the trek to Delta, Surprise, and Amphitheater Lakes provides hikers with...

Backpack the Cirque of the Towers Loop in Wyoming's Wind River Range

Widely regarded as one of North America's premier backpacking trails, the Cirque of the Towers loop in Wyoming's Wind River Range treats...

Backpack the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Teton National Park

Nestled in the heart of the rugged Teton Range, the Teton Crest Trail offers one of the most breathtaking hiking experiences in the...

Hike to Rapidan Camp: President Hoover's Rustic Retreat

Tucked away within the lush landscapes of Shenandoah National Park lies a hidden gem of American history: Rapidan Camp. Once the rustic...

Backpack Rocky Mount & Gap Run in Shenandoah National Park

A much less traveled loop in Shenandoah National Park's South District, the 9.5 mile Rocky Mount & Gap Run Loop offers sweeping panoramas...

Backpack to Hanson's Point & Gray's Arch in Red River Gorge

An incredible overnight backpacking loop in Red River Gorge offering near 360-degree panoramas from Hanson's Point, arguably the area's...

Self Discovery Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

Featuring some of the largest cave rooms in Mammoth Cave, as well as numerous artifacts left behind by prehistoric Native Americans and...

Extended Historic Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

Journey through the depths of history with the Extended Historic Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park. This immersive experience takes you...

Violet City Lantern Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

The Violet City Lantern Tour, arguably one of the most intriguing experiences at Mammoth Cave National Park, guides visitors through some...

Backpack the Mount Rogers & Grayson Highlands Loop

An excellent overnight or multi-day loop through one of the most scenic areas in Virginia. The route leads hikers to the summit of Mount...

Plane Crash Hikes

The following is an evolving list of plane crash hikes in the Northeast and Southeast, each with a brief description, location, and links...

Backpack the Big Beechy/Middle Fork Loop in Cranberry Wilderness

A good beginner backpacking loop in the heart of West Virginia's Cranberry Wilderness, one of the largest designated wilderness areas...