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.
Use the Lehigh Gorge Trail; the falls trail is closed indefinitely. 0 mi with about 900 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.
21 named waterfalls in one loop. 2 mi with about 1,000 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.
Pennsylvania side of the Water Gap. 7 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.
Hemlock-and-rhododendron loop above Fallingwater. 0 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.
Famous fall raptor migration overlook. 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.
Three big waterfalls and Lehigh-Gorge overlooks. 2 mi with about 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.
Quick walk to a punchbowl waterfall. 1 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.
21 named waterfalls on one of the East's best loops. 2 mi with about 1,000 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.
West-Branch Susquehanna overlook used as a hang-gliding launch. 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.
PA's high point with an observation tower. 8 mi with about 300 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.
