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.
The most famous alpine ridge in the Northeast. 6 mi with about 3,900 ft of elevation gain. Treat this as a full alpine day: pre-dawn start, extra food and water, navigation tools, and a weather check the morning of are non-negotiable.
Direct climb of New England's highest peak. 4 mi with about 4,250 ft of elevation gain. Treat this as a full alpine day: pre-dawn start, extra food and water, navigation tools, and a weather check the morning of are non-negotiable.
Open ledges for less work than most Whites hikes. 4 mi with about 1,800 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
One of the most-climbed mountains in the world. 8 mi with about 1,800 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.
Easy summit with a famous notch view. 5 mi with about 350 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
One of the world's most-climbed mountains. 8 mi with about 1,800 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.
Mile-long alpine ridge over Lafayette, Lincoln and Little Haystack. 9 mi with about 3,900 ft of elevation gain. Treat this as a full alpine day: pre-dawn start, extra food and water, navigation tools, and a weather check the morning of are non-negotiable.
Open granite ledges with 360° Sandwich Range views. 4 mi with about 1,800 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Open granite summit cone with one of New Hampshire's most photographed peaks. 5 mi with about 2,750 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.
Bald granite dome and fire-tower views deep into the Whites. 0 mi with about 1,250 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
