The standout trail in every US state — with mileage, elevation gain, difficulty, season notes, and a live trail map. Pick a state and start planning the next weekend out.
Cascades, swimming holes, and a quiet old-growth forest section. 0 mi with about 850 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
A natural limestone amphitheater carved by Hurricane Creek. 8 mi with about 1,100 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.
Ridge views over Alabama's highest summit. 2 mi with about 900 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Sandstone slot canyon famous for bioluminescent dismalites. 5 mi with about 200 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Sipsey's iconic 'grotto' with a 100-foot waterfall. 6 mi with about 800 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Wooded rim walk above one of the South's largest cave entrances. 2 mi with about 450 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Ridge views and a 65-foot seasonal waterfall outside Birmingham. 6 mi with about 650 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Bluff descents and creek crossings on Huntsville's signature mountain. 7 mi with about 1,200 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.
Short walk to a 104-foot plunge in Little River Canyon country. 0 mi with about 150 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Old iron-ore quarry overlook on a wooded urban ridge. 5 mi with about 500 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
