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Best Scenic Hiking Trails In The US

Hiking Trails

<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">Many hiking enthusiasts enjoy the sport for the exhilaration they feel once they come across the perfect scenic view&period; The good news is that there are hiking destinations around the globe that can meet this requirement&comma; including those in the United States&period; America is home to many scenic trails that offer views of towering trees&comma; geological structures&comma; and more&period; Here are some of the trails that you should be hitting if you are trying to find some of the most spectacular views in the United States&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong>Colorado- West Maroon Creek Trail<&sol;strong><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This 10-mile trail provides exactly what you would expect from a state that is teeming with stunning hikes that go through the Rocky Mountains&period; The trail passes through a glacial valley before taking a turn upward through the Maroon Pass that reaches altitudes of 12&comma;480 feet&period; This trail is best enjoyed in July&comma; when Colorado’s flower season is in full bloom and waist-high flowers of yellow&comma; red&comma; purple&comma; and white can be found along the trail&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><a href&equals;"http&colon;&sol;&sol;www&period;zwdia&period;biz&sol;"><strong>Hawaii- Kalalau Trail<&sol;strong><&sol;a><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This 11-mile trail goes along the jagged Napali coast found on the island of Kauai&period; It comes out to a secret beach- requiring you to cross 5 valleys&comma; secluded beaches&comma; sea cliffs&comma; and tropical forests on your trek&period; Even though the view along the trail itself is spectacular&comma; it is really the beach at the end that makes this trail worthwhile&period; As an added benefit&comma; the beach is great for camping&excl;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong>Arizona- Mooney Falls<&sol;strong><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This 3-mile trail starts at Supai&comma; a village found in the Hualapai Indian reservation and runs through two travertine tunnels&comma; along chains anchored in the rock face of the Grand Canyon&comma; and down iron ladders&period; It offers breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon during the entire height but the most spectacular view is that offered of Mooney Falls&comma; which cascades down the red rock wall and into an aquamarine plunge pool surrounded by a garden of wild grape vines&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong>Alaska- Harding Icefield Trail<&sol;strong><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This trail goes through Kenai Fjords National Park and is 4 miles in length though it is still quite a challenging climb&period; It offers scenic views of the Harding Icefield as you trek upward through forest and meadow&comma; with a lookout that gives you a glimpse of the entire Icefield on the path&period; Also&comma; this area is known for bears so be sure you have brushed up on bear safety before tackling this trail&excl;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong>Utah- Angel’s Landing<&sol;strong><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This trail through Zion National Park is a challenging one- so much so that the last half-mile has chains along the trail to be gripped for safety&period; It is 2&period;4 miles long and ends at the top of Angel’s Landing&comma; which is a rock formation offering stunning views from all of its sides&period; You will also catch glimpses of the Virgin River and Walter’s Wiggles&comma; which are a formation of 21 steep switchbacks&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<h4 style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong>Michigan- Greenstone Ridge Trail<&sol;strong><&sol;h4>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">This trail goes through Isle Royale National Park&comma; which is found on the largest island on Lake Superior&period; The entire hike is 40 miles across and it stretches to either side of the island&period; In the middle&comma; you will find a high ridge&period; This offers breathtaking views of the cobalt blue Lake Superior and 400 other islands that surround it&period; A benefit of this trail is that it is one of the lesser-known islands&comma; meaning you will likely be able to enjoy it yourself&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;">If you are hiking in the US&comma; then these trails should definitely be at the top of your list&period; They offer some of the most breathtaking views in America&period; Just don’t forget to bring your camera&comma; which you can store in Adventure Lion’s waterproof bag&period;<&sol;p>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><strong><em>About the author<&sol;em><&sol;strong><em>&colon;<&sol;em><em> <&sol;em><&sol;p>&NewLine;<p style&equals;"text-align&colon; justify&semi;"><em>Lautaro Martinez is a world traveler and freelance writer who enjoys sharing with his audiene his tips and insights into traveling&period; 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