Blog | Great American Hikes

Visit Ohio's Junction & Steel Earthworks

Located amid the scenic landscapes of Chillicothe, Ohio, the ancient Junction and Steel Earthworks continue to captivate the minds of...

Hike Cascade Canyon in Grand Teton National Park

Hiking Cascade Canyon in Grand Teton National Park is an unforgettable experience, offering a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes...

Hike to Delta, Surprise & Amphitheater Lakes in Grand Teton National Park

One of the top day hikes in Grand Teton National Park, the trek to Delta, Surprise, and Amphitheater Lakes provides hikers with...

Backpack the Cirque of the Towers Loop in Wyoming's Wind River Range

Widely regarded as one of North America's premier backpacking trails, the Cirque of the Towers loop in Wyoming's Wind River Range treats...

Backpack the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Teton National Park

Nestled in the heart of the rugged Teton Range, the Teton Crest Trail offers one of the most breathtaking hiking experiences in the...

Hike to Rapidan Camp: President Hoover's Rustic Retreat

Tucked away within the lush landscapes of Shenandoah National Park lies a hidden gem of American history: Rapidan Camp. Once the rustic...

Backpack Rocky Mount & Gap Run in Shenandoah National Park

A much less traveled loop in Shenandoah National Park's South District, the 9.5 mile Rocky Mount & Gap Run Loop offers sweeping panoramas...

Backpack to Hanson's Point & Gray's Arch in Red River Gorge

An incredible overnight backpacking loop in Red River Gorge offering near 360-degree panoramas from Hanson's Point, arguably the area's...

Self Discovery Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

Featuring some of the largest cave rooms in Mammoth Cave, as well as numerous artifacts left behind by prehistoric Native Americans and...

Extended Historic Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

Journey through the depths of history with the Extended Historic Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park. This immersive experience takes you...

Violet City Lantern Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

The Violet City Lantern Tour, arguably one of the most intriguing experiences at Mammoth Cave National Park, guides visitors through some...

Backpack the Mount Rogers & Grayson Highlands Loop

An excellent overnight or multi-day loop through one of the most scenic areas in Virginia. The route leads hikers to the summit of Mount...

Plane Crash Hikes

The following is an evolving list of plane crash hikes in the Northeast and Southeast, each with a brief description, location, and links...

Backpack the Big Beechy/Middle Fork Loop in Cranberry Wilderness

A good beginner backpacking loop in the heart of West Virginia's Cranberry Wilderness, one of the largest designated wilderness areas...

Hike to the USAF C-45 Plane Crash Site in Laurel Fork Wilderness

An easy-going day hike with a small amount of off trail navigation leading to the wreckage of a US Air Force C-45 that crashed into...

Backpack the Cranberry Wilderness North South Loop

In the heart of the West Virginia's Yew Mountains rests the largest Forest Service wilderness area in the eastern United States,...

Great Onyx Lantern Tour in Mammoth Cave National Park

Experience Mammoth Cave as if you've stepped back in time to the 1800s with the Great Onyx Lantern Tour at Mammoth Cave National Park....

Hike to Yahoo Falls & Yahoo Arch

Explore the unspoiled beauty of the Daniel Boone National Forest and towering rock formations on a hike leading to one of Kentucky's...

Hike to Pine Island Double Falls

Pine Island Double Falls, arguably one of the most scenic waterfalls in the Bluegrass State, forms as two distinct streams merge and...

Hike to Grandfather Mountain's Cessna 182Q Skylane N735MB Crash Site

Experience stunning ridgeline views, picturesque forest scenery, and uncover the remnants of a tragic 1970s plane crash as you hike...

Hike to the Black Mountain Crest 182H Skylane N2350X Crash Site

Enjoy panoramic ridgeline views, discover remnants of a 1970s plane crash, and ascend to the summit of the second tallest peak in the...

Hike Mount Elbert: Tallest Peak in the Rocky Mountains

Take on a demanding day hike to reach the summit of the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains and the second highest peak in the lower 48....

Hike to Lone Eagle Peak in Indian Peaks Wilderness

Undoubtedly among Colorado's best day hikes, the trek to Mirror and Monarch Lakes is nothing short of remarkable. Winding through thick...

Visit Painted Wall in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

One of the most dramatic views in all of Colorado, the Painted Wall in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park stands as a testament...