As varied as the park itself, these amazing fall hikes in Mount Rainier National Park will take you through fragrant pine forests, to waterfalls, around shimmering lakes, across breathtaking meadows, to mountain summits and into an Arctic tundra-like environment.
Situated in the far northwestern corner of the contiguous United States, Mount Baker has some of the greatest (sub)alpine trails in the nation. Rising 10,781 feet to the heavens, Mount Baker—also known as Komo Kulshan or simply Kulshan—is the third highest mountain in Washington State, after Mount Rainier and Mount Adams. Located within sprawling Mount…
Although (parts of) the park are open throughout the year, summer is the absolute peak season in Mount Rainier National Park. And there’s one main reason for that: spectacular displays of subalpine wildflowers. While you can enjoy this natural spectacle from your vehicle or from crowded tourist areas, nothing compares to walking through these vibrant…
Although Crater Lake National Park is not renowned for its epic backpacking opportunities, there are some pretty amazing day hikes you can do in the park. Whether you’re looking for a strenuous climb to a mountain viewpoint or an easy stroll along the Crater Lake rim—or even a gorgeous waterfall!—there’s a surprisingly variety in your Crater Lake hiking options.
More than 500 miles of hiking trails zigzag and crisscross their way over the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park. From easy strolls to strenuous mountain ascents, the variety in day hikes in Shenandoah National Park allows pretty much every visitor to experience the great outdoors.
the various day hikes in Acadia National Park bring outdoor enthusiasts to remote surf-pounded beaches, to the bare summits of coastal mountains or deep into the forests that cover part of Mount Desert Island.
From April to June, wildflower hikes dominate outdoor recreation in the Columbia River Gorge. Both in Washington and Oregon, there are a number of trails that run across meadows and hills covered in colorful balsamroot, Indian paintbrush, lupines and more.
Known as the “Crown of the Continent”, Montana’s Glacier National Park is one of the most spectacular national parks in America. An elaborate network of hiking trails in Glacier National Park allows you to explore these spectacular landscapes, from lakeshore scenery to wildlife-rich meadows and epic alpine passes.
To truly immerse yourself in the majestic landscapes at Mount Rainier, there’s no better way than hitting the park’s trails. In this blog post, I’ve compiled the best short and easy hikes in Mount Rainier National Park, from woodland walks to lakeshore strolls and meadow meanderings. You don’t necessarily need to head deep into the…
You don’t always have to hike a dozen miles to truly experience a national park. This is especially true in Glacier National Park, where several fun, short and easy hiking trails lead to spectacular views and through beautiful scenery. There are easy hikes in Glacier National Park throughout the entire park, from Lake McDonald to…
Article Topics: Easy Fall Hikes in Shenandoah National Park, Short Trails in Shenandoah National Park Fall is the peak season in Shenandoah National Park and it’s not difficult to see why. Come October, the park’s dense forests transform into a veritable autumn wonderland, boasting all hues of red, yellow and orange. You can explore and…
In the heat of summer, waterfall hikes are among the most enjoyable and popular activities in the national parks, especially if the waterfall also happens to have a swimming hole. In spring and fall, too, waterfall hikes in national parks are among the most popular things to do across the National Park System. Below, you’ll…
One of the most popular outdoor recreation destinations near Portland, Mt. Hood National Forest is only about an hour’s drive east from Oregon’s largest city. If you don’t have time to visit one of the national parks in the Pacific Northwest, all of which are at least three hours from Portland, you could just head…
From old-growth forests to towering mountains, from rocky coasts to shimmering lakes, America’s national parks preserve all kinds of landscapes. One of the landscapes least suitable to humans, however, are the American deserts. And this is exactly why the following desert hikes in the national parks are so unforgettable. Hiking across shadeless desert flats, navigating…