The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park

The easiest "rung and ladder" trail known for its stunning views and cliffside exposure.

One-of-a-kind adventure in the national park, scaling many ropes and ladders through thick jungle to reach the top of Mount Alava.

Hike to the iconic arch in Arches National Park.

A short walk through a canyon with an impressive overlook at its furthest point.

A popular hike in Big Bend National Park with endless views of the Chisos Mountains.

A boardwalk by the national park visitor center, with spots to fish and look out over Biscayne Bay.

One of the top hikes in the national park.

The most popular hike in Bryce Canyon National Park.

One of the most popular hiking destinations in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park.

Capitol Reef's most popular hike leads to a massive natural arch soaring 125 feet high!

A 6-mile backcountry hike off of Desert Loop Road with striking views and diverse plant life.

From Scorpion Cove, a wide path leads over the island to Smugglers Cove, with a remote beach and even further hiking options once you get there.

Congaree's most popular trail, on a wooden path among giant trees.

Climb to a stunning overlook of Crater Lake.

A classic Cuyahoga Valley hike renowned for its towering sandstone cliffs and captivating views.

The quintessential Death Valley experience.

Widely regarded as the best hike in Denali National Park!

Walk the walls of a massive old fort that juts into the sea.

One of the best walks in the Everglades for viewing resident wildlife.

Journey along Arrigetch Creek to its headwaters, among the glaciers at the feet of impossible peaks.

Wander pedestrian paths through a grassy urban park at the feet of the Gateway Arch.

Simply put: One of the best day hikes in the world.

A partially-accessible hike in Bartlett Cove with two spectacular overlooks of a small pond.

A truly epic hike across the Grand Canyon.

Epic trek to the saddle in between the Middle and Grand Teton.

An alpine hike to the highpoint of Great Basin National Park, and the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.

An epic trek to the summit of two of North America's tallest sand dunes in Great Sand Dunes National Park

The approach to Clingmans Dome, the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Hike to the highest point in Texas!

Out-and-back journey to the crater floor, from the summit area of Haleakalā.

One of the best hikes for viewing lava in Volcanos National Park.

A historic brick walkway designated a National Recreation Trail in 1982.

A 3-mile hike through the West Beach Recreation Area that highlights the diversity of plant and animal life while offering several spectacular views along the way.

A 40+ mile ridgeline trek across the mountainous backbone of Isle Royal National Park.

Ultra-popular hike to a summit near the center of Joshua Tree National Park.

One of the best places to view grizzly bears in the world.

Kenai Fjords’ most accessible hike, leading to the foot of Exit Glacier and along its rocky outwash plain.

The second-largest tree in the world!

Land by plane and walk across the largest dune field in the Arctic.

A classic Lake Clark day hike to a breathtaking waterfall crashing 30' over hardened lava rock.

The must-do hike to the summit of the park's namesake mountain.

A short 1.5-mile hike to a sinkhole about 10 minutes from the visitor center.

A respectable hike with stunning history—arguably the best hike in Mesa Verde National Park.

One of the most stunning day hikes in the state of Washington!

A classic New River hike loaded with "endless" views from a bluff staring across the river to Fayetteville and the New River Gorge Bridge.

The full Cascade Pass Trail in all its glory!

One of the most beautiful hikes in the nation!

One of the best hikes in Petrified Forest National Park.

Exciting trail along the jagged backbone of the Pinnacles, with steep stairs and drop-offs protected by metal rails.

The best hike in Redwood National Park!

Standard route to the top of Longs Peak, the only 14er in Rocky Mountain National Park.

A full-value loop to the highest point in the Tucson Mountains District of Saguaro National Park.

The famous day or overnight hike to stand atop the contiguous United States' highest summit.

A epic and mesmerizing hike — "One of Shenandoah's premier experiences."

A challenging 10-mile circuit through one of America's largest petrified forest.

One of the best hikes on St. John: Descending through a forest rich with wildlife, past plantation ruins and even older petroglyphs, to a deserted beach on the quiet side of the island.

A stroll through the woods to overlooks and points along the lakeshore, with gentle hills and rocky sections for more variety.

A challenging hike with endless views as you wander through snow-white sand dunes.

Wander through a mature ponderosa pine forest and enjoy breathtaking views from the park's highest point.

One of Alaska's most incredible easy-to-access hikes!

An easy 2.3 mile loop taking you up close to Yellowstone’s famous hot springs and gushing geysers.

An exciting hike to the summit of one of North America's most iconic peaks.

Zion National Park's iconic vertigo-inducing hike to a heavenly view.