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The Three T's Trail is one of the most ambitious day hikes in Southern California — a 15.7-mile loop that summits three named peaks in the Mt. Baldy area of Angeles National Forest while gaining over 5,000 vertical feet . The "Three T's" refer to Telegraph Peak (8,985 ft), Thunder Mountain (8,587 ft...

Tucked along Route 9 in Wilmington, Vermont, Molly Stark State Park is home to one of the most satisfying short hikes in the southern Green Mountains: the climb to the Mount Olga fire tower . At just 1.8 miles as a loop , it punches well above its weight — rewarding hikers with a genuine fire tower ...

Harriman Reservoir — also known as Whitingham Lake — is one of Vermont's largest bodies of water, stretching over 2,000 acres through the hills of Wilmington and Whitingham in the southern Green Mountains. Ward's Cove is one of the reservoir's quieter access points, offering a sheltered launch spot ...

The Mudgy Moose Trail is Coeur d'Alene's most charming walkable adventure—a 2.25-mile route that weaves from the forested shores of Tubbs Hill through downtown, ending at the waterfront of one of the most stunning lakes in the American Northwest. Five life-size bronze statues of Mudgy the Moose mark...

Start at the Vermont State House in Montpelier and hike the State House Trail to the stone observation tower. There are 7 miles of trails in Hubbard Park, but the trail from the State House to the tower is 0.5 miles one-way. Started in 1915 and completed in 1930, the 54-foot-tall Hubbard Park Tower ...

Horseshoe Lake in Lathrop State Park delivers calm-water paddling against a backdrop of the Spanish Peaks—twin volcanic "stocks" rising nearly 14,000 feet to dominate the southern Colorado skyline. The 150-acre reservoir enforces wakeless speeds, creating a serene environment for kayaking, canoeing,...

Allen's Loop: Historic Farm Trail in Orange County Allen's Loop is one of four well-maintained hiking trails winding through Blackwood Farm Park's 152 acres of Piedmont hardwood forest and open fields. Named after the Blackwood family who farmed this land for generations, this easy trail connects to...

This short but fun trail starts right from Roam America and takes you straight into the desert toward one of the most unique spots in Page, Arizona -- the Big Lake Sand Cave! The hike is easy to follow but don’t underestimate it, parts of the trail are soft desert sand, which can make the walk a lit...

While the full Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) road trail can be quite a challenging adventure, the upper section of the trail is perfect for a modest hike or trail run through some beautiful classic PNW forest terrain. Just adjacent to the Middle Fork Road the 3.4-mile trail runs between a small ...

Perched at milepost 418.3 at an elevation around 4,955 ft , East Fork Overlook offers one of the most striking panoramic views along this stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The overlook looks out over the headwaters of the East Fork of the Pigeon River and surrounding ridgelines. What to Expect & Hi...

Hidden in the Sunset District, the Sunset Reservoir is more than just piece of city infrastructure — its surrounding paths make for a convenient urban stroll with peaceful views, a solar rooftop, and surprising vistas of San Francisco. Trail & Walk Details Many local walkers estimate the full circui...

The Halibut Point Trail is a scenic ~1.6-mile loop that traverses both the old Babson Farm Quarry and coastal overlooks, offering sweeping Atlantic Ocean views, tide pools, and remnants of 19th-century granite quarrying . On a clear day, you can see as far as Mount Agamenticus in Maine and the Isles...

Mills River Valley Overlook is located along Blue Ridge Parkway. Situated at milepost 404.5 with an elevation of about 4,085 ft, this paved overlook offers sweeping views into the surrounding valleys on both sides of the ridgeline—rare among Parkway vantage points. This overlook is ideal for both su...

The Woodland Trail and Mason Farm Trail together create a roughly 1.8-mile (approximately 2.9 km) loop through portions of Parker Preserve and the Mason Farm Biological Reserve , offering visitors a peaceful journey through upland forests and bottomland meadows. The Woodland Trail (~0.8 mi) winds th...

Pounding Mill Overlook , situated at milepost 413.2 on the Blue Ridge Parkway , is a top-tier viewpoint offering sweeping panoramic vistas of the Pisgah National Forest and its surrounding peaks. Perched at approximately 4,700 feet elevation , this overlook provides a rare vantage to view Looking Gl...

On top of exploring various exhibits on history and science, head to the Denver Nature and Science Museum to enjoy one of the best views of the Denver skyline! Take the elevators up to the Sky Terrace to take in Denver againt the backdrop of the Rockies. Longs Peak , Pikes Peak , and even the Flatir...