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.
NYC's most popular scramble — Hudson views. 2 mi with about 1,250 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.
Second-highest summit in NY. 0 mi with about 3,000 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.
Tallest peak in New York. 8 mi with about 3,200 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.
Two-tiered 260-foot waterfall. 4 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.
19 waterfalls in two miles of stone walkway. 0 mi with about 600 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
Climb New York's high point. 8 mi with about 3,200 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.
Iconic AT summit with NYC skyline view. 8 mi with about 1,150 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.
Steep climb to a restored fire tower over the Hudson Highlands. 0 mi with about 1,150 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.
Sky-lake carriage roads, white quartzite cliffs and a 60-foot waterfall. 6 mi with about 550 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.
First peak of the brutal Devil's Path with cliff-edge Hudson Valley views. 6 mi with about 1,950 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.
