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.
Boardwalk through coastal marsh to ocean overlooks. 0 mi with about 50 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Best ridge-and-river loop in the state. 5 mi with about 400 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Old-growth tulip poplars steps from Wilmington. 5 mi with about 250 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Northernmost stand of natural bald cypress in the US. 6 mi with about 30 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Easy lake loop ideal for families. 0 mi with about 50 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
WWII observation towers and Atlantic dune ecology. 4 mi with about 100 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Tidal-marsh boardwalks famous for migratory shorebirds. 0 mi with about 20 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
Rock-climbing cliffs and Brandywine views just outside Wilmington. 7 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.
Largest freshwater pond in Delaware encircled in mixed forest. 4 mi with about 300 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Mansion-grounds loop along Red Clay Creek. 2 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.
