Top 15 North American Trails

If you love hiking and want to find an intriguing place to start off, you will be interested to know the most amazing hiking routes in North America. They are suitable for a wide range age group and will give unforgettable impressions and memories. Among a number of tourist destinations in the world, hiking trails retain a special place for those who like overcoming obstacles, spending the night in the tent, being alone with enigmatic nature, wandering in the spiritual landscapes, or simply walking outdoors.

Learn about the most baffling hiking trails around the globe. We will walk you through some of the greatest North American trails in this session. Across America, there are almost endless possibilities for walks. US travelers are spoiled for choice, and sometimes making this solution can be a daunting task. Here is the list of the top hikes in North America.

Top 15 North American Trails


Top 15 North American Trails
Top 15 North American Trails

1. The Narrows, USA

The Narrows, USA
The Narrows, USA

Travel among the canyons formed over the centuries in the Virgin River! Narrows in Zion National Park is a special route as it is mostly the river, and sometimes you have to travel by swimming across it. Pedestrian path is easy and can be completed in one day, but some prefer to spend the night in one of the 12 camps, fully enjoying the unraveled hanging gardens and natural springs in Zion national park.


2. Hayduke Trail, USA

Hayduke Trail, USA
Hayduke Trail, USA

This trail got its name after the writer, environmentalist Edward J. Ebbey. Heyduke Lives was one of the most engaging works by Edward J. Ebbey, and was published in 1990. The trail crosses over six great national parks of the Colorado Plateau: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon and Zion. The trail climbs to an altitude of 3480 meters on Mount Ellen near Capitol Reef, and then dives to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Along the way you'll be surprised glancing the beauty of the Grand staircase - a natural formation, which consists of layers of sandstone and limestone and exposes the rivers in the area. It can tell the geological history of the ancient ocean and sand dunes. Along the way between the Grand Canyon and the mysterious ruins of the Dark Canyon, travelers meet exotic landscape showcasing countless amazing structures, created by nature itself.


3. Continental Divide Trail, USA

Continental Divide Trail, USA
Continental Divide Trail, USA

Continental Divide route runs through the territory of the United States along the Rockies, from New Mexico to Montana. Unlike its eastern "brother", the Appalachian route, Continental Divide is rather complicated and partially unfinished. It requires travelers to wade through the thicket and muddy roads, and bypass some places in a roundabout way. The soul of this route is the wild, untouched nature. The path runs through Yellowstone National Park and Glacier. In some places you have to catch your breath, especially when on your way you see tall, impassable cliffs, nature reserve Indian Peaks in Colorado, and the Rocky Mountains National Park.


4. Shipwreck Coast, USA

Shipwreck Coast, USA
Shipwreck Coast, USA

This trail is suitable for almost everyone. This is a rather easy trail with good weather. and is an ideal walk for family. It stratches mostly along the Pacific coast, however, these places aren't suitable for diving, sailing, or surfing. If you go to the beach Rialto, you will soon pass by the Norwegian Memorial, which was built in honor of the 18 young Norwegian sailors who died here during the Prince Arthur shipwreck in 1903. The Norwegian expats from Seattle who had came down to the shipwreck coast upon learning about the accident built this memorial the same year. And then you encounter the Chilean memorial cemetery that was built to honor dozens of other sailors who had died as a result of the WJ Pirrie shipwreck in 1920.

The beach is a part of the National Marine Park "Olympic Coast", which is full of life: tides form lagoons full of orange and purple sea stars, sea urchins, sea anemones, and other living beings. If you live in these places for a while, you can experience the atmosphere of American life even before the Europeans were welcomed here.



5. Benton MacKaye Trail, USA

It may seem strange that this long hiking trail, which runs in the southern states of America, was named after Harvard graduate, a civil servant from the north of the country, Benton MacKaye. He was the founder of the Society of Wildlife and had the idea to set up one of the largest hiking trails across America - Appalachian Trail (AT). Officially Benton MacKaye trail was opened in 2005, 20 years after his death, however, on this route you will notice a lot of things that conceived MacKaye for AT. This lonely, steep, and sometimes foggy trail originates at Mount Springer in Georgia and crosses the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. On this trail you will not find crowds of tourists, such as on the Appalachian Trail, and just a couple of like-minded people who want to enjoy the beauty of the wild areas.


6. Yosemite National Park, USA

Yosemite National Park, USA
Yosemite National Park, USA

Trekking on one of the most beautiful places, USA's Yosemite Park, with the fabulous view of beautiful waterfalls, rocks, and lakes of the park is an unforgettable experience. Only a few places on Earth can boast of so many magnificent sights on a small land piece as Yosemite Valley - a 12-kilometer long masterpiece, dwelling majestic beauty and natural diversity. The landscape consists of many magnificent hills and peaks, subsisting some of the greatest natural "walls" in the world. The most impressive of them, El Capitan, a granite mass, rising almost vertically from the valley floor to an altitude of 1099m, is one of the greatest attraction of the place. More than half of America's major waterfalls are in Yosemite Park, and the most beautiful of them are Yosemite Falls, Ribbon Fall, and Bridalveil Fall.


7. Mount Shasta, USA

Mount Shasta, USA
Mount Shasta, USA

AThere is a lot of legends about the beautiful Northern California mountain trails. It is considered to be the sister of Mount Fuji, one of the four inputs to Shambhala, a place where lies a different reality and nothing is impossible. The reason of it being must visit is its aurora. You would spend a week here, working with the energy prevailing in natural environment, and the natural healers enduring in these charismatic mountains. This would be an amazing experience refining you spiritually and cultivating positive energy. You begin to move forward more smoothly, expanding the space of inner joy.


8. Appalachian Trail, USA

Appalachian Trail, USA
Appalachian Trail, USA

This trail goes through the forests, mountains, rivers, and small towns of the US along the Atlantic coast of North America. The singularity of this trail is that the length is more than 2,100 miles, and it crosses 14 US states from Georgia to Maine. Basically, the trail goes along the peaks and ridges of the Appalachians.


9. Trans Canada Trail, Canada


Do you have several spare months and a couple of strong pairs of shoes? Queen of the great trails - the way from east to west, passing through the north, and touching the Arctic regions of Canada - is the longest recreational or hiking route among the North American trails. The length of Trans Canada Trail is 14000 miles, which also makes this trail world's longest recreational trail. The route was 75% serviceable up until 2014. It is made up of 400 small paths spread across provinces of Canada. These trails are developed, managed, and maintained by respective local trail groups. Choose to walk in blueberry forests of Nova Scotia, learn the story of the gold rush in the Yukon - or go all the way…


10. West Coast Trail, Canada

West Coast Trail, Canada
West Coast Trail, Canada

Hike through the old growth forests, swamps, and deserted pristine beaches - all between the "bites" of the tides of the Pacific Ocean. In this journey your shadow will follow this romantic tourist hermit or a fanatic geologist: total immersion in the atmosphere of the misty morning, fights with rocks, and warm welcoming fires and sunsets in the evening. And instead of the guitar sound - the songs of whales, approving hooting sea lions, and seals snoring.


11. Grand Canyon National Park, USA


Close to Zion and sharing the Colorado Plateau, there is Grand Canyon National Park. It is also the 15th oldest national park in the USA. Located in the state of Arizona, the park covers a little over 1900 square miles. The Grand Canyon has been named one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and when you visit it, you will be truly amazed by its beauty. There are simple and expert hiking trails for beginners and pros respectively, some of which are located at a high altitudes and include a step-down.


12. Glacier Gorge, USA

Glacier Gorge, USA
Glacier Gorge, USA

The Rockies were inspirational for poetry and music many years ago, and it's easy to see why when you go down to the trail Glacier Gorge. This trail often gives a perfect score on the US amateur walks through a scenic view that it offers: Glacier Gorge trail is one of great attractions in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Hike this North American trail this summer, and don't forget to pack your fishing rod when you book a walking tour of the glacier valley. The best time of the year to walk in the glacier valley is between June and October.


13. Aspen Mystery Hot Springs, USA


Aspen Mystery Hot Springs is about 18 miles of track, and it is not as well-known as some of the other North American trails, but it is something that only adds the charm to it. If you are looking for a secluded wilderness trek, the Mystery Hot Springs are the great choice. Along the way, you can soak your tired muscles in the steaming natural hot springs, which averaged 102 Fahrenheit degrees. This is one of the most relaxing and romantic routes to the United States.


14. Chilkoot Trail, Alaska, USA

Chilkoot Trail, Alaska, USA
Chilkoot Trail, Alaska, USA

Watching the rays of the rising sun illuminating the snowy mountain ranges, throwing crystal clear reflections in the water of the lake Amethyst, you realize that the effort to get in this wild valley was worthwhile. This back country route leads through the picturesque mountain pass McCarib Astoria to the river through the stunning scenery. If you are not happy about meeting with grizzly bears, you can book your accommodation in advance in one of two guest houses on the edge of the valley. Amethyst Lake Lodge and Tonquin Valley are quite able to satisfy tourists who are looking for comfort and home cooking in this wild place while travelling through this momentous North American trail.


15. Kalalau Trail, Hawaii, USA

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii, USA
Kalalau Trail, Hawaii, USA

The best coastal trek among the North American trails, this rugged route through the spectacular Napali coast (on the northernmost of the Hawaiian island Kauai) will place you in great physical challenge. This North American trail is known for its unbearable tropical heat and steep trails. Here, a straineous one kilometer climb and the same length descent would become worthwhile when you evince panoramic views. Glancing the soothing panoramas will be the memories that you would like to record for your days ahead.
Typically, the route can be passed in a single day. The trail goes up and down. For the comfort of the route is better to spend three days, but many people go to the maximum five days permitted.

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