Apr 11, 2024 · A list of long-distance trails in the US, sortable by length, region, and season for all your backcountry trip-planning needs.

Jun 19, 2023 · There are numerous hiking trails to choose from, so we're helping you narrow down the list. Get ready to pack your bags and lace up your hiking shoes — here are our picks for the top 25 …

Dec 6, 2023 · Experience everything from the highest mountains on Earth to coastal strolls, world-famous urban skylines, and barren deserts on this hiking bucket list!

To help you get started with long-distance hiking, we've put together a selection of beginner-friendly long-distance trails. These routes cover a maximum distance of 500 km, have comparatively less …

Jan 10, 2025 · Plan your next big hike using Backpacker's map of America's best long trails. Find locations, distances, and resources for thru-hiking.

Oct 26, 2024 · When we talk about hiking, we often talk about walking for several hours a day (from 2/3h to a full day). When we talk about trekking or long-distance hiking or thru-hiking or itinerant hiking, we …

Once you have identified the long-distance trail you want to hike, you need to start planning. This involves researching the trail, planning your itinerary, obtaining any necessary permits, identifying …

Explore the best long distance trails in the US, including the iconic Appalachian Trail and scenic Vermont options.

Feb 7, 2025 · My experience of spending 17 days in the Sierra Nevada Mountains was incredible and only deepened my curiosity about other extended backpacking trips. With that in mind, here is my list …

Jun 18, 2025 · From coastal hikes to the Appalachian Trail, here are the US' best long-distance backpacking routes, with tips on campsites, permits and difficulty levels.