Day Hiking Trails

Day hiking is a great way to get revitalized and feel refreshed. For many people, it’s also the activity that sparks a greater interest in all things outdoors. Thankfully, day hiking trails are limitless. Find inspiriation and ideas for day hiking adventures around the world with these hiking blog posts.

Woman standing at rock ledge lookout over Nevada Falls in Yosemite National Park

13 Best Day Hikes in Yosemite National Park

View of mountains with trees and a blue sky with puffy clouds in Colorado

6 Best Hikes Within One Hour of Denver

Hiker standing at spectacular lookout over turquoise-colored lake and mountains in Banff National Park

15 Best Hikes in Banff National Park For Spectacular Scenery

Beautiful view out over Canadian Rockies and alpine lake from trail

8 Best Hikes in the Canadian Rockies (+ Local Tips!)

Millard Canyon Falls near Los Angeles, California

6 Best Waterfall Hikes in Los Angeles

Trail sign at top of Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona that says "end of trail"

7 Best Hikes in Sedona For Amazing Red Rock Vistas

Woman hiking on the Queens Garden Navajo Loop Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park

8 Best Hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park

View of the Bryce Amphitheater from the Rim Trail near Sunset Point at Bryce Canyon National Park.

Trail Guide: Navajo Loop and Queens Garden Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park

The Wave in Arizona, a unique bright orange rock formation in Vermilion Cliffs National Monument

Hiking The Wave in Arizona: Everything you need to know

Hikers on Las Vegas hiking trail leading to canyon with snow-dusted mountains in the distance

6 Best Las Vegas Hikes within 1 Hour of the Strip

Photo out over Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park with tall, rocky mountains as a backdrop

How to Hike Emerald Lake Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park

View from top of Whiteface Mountain in New York out over Lake Placid and changing fall foliage landscape

7 Best Lake Placid Hiking Trails in the Adirondack Mountains

Half Dome at sunrise in Yosemite National Park

How to Hike Half Dome in Yosemite National Park

Delta Lake in Grand Teton National Park surrounded by tall peaks with patches of snow

Wyoming Hiking Guide: 10 Best Day Hikes & Backpacking Trails

Explore the best Arches National Park hikes with this list including how to prepare, when to visit, where to camp, and more.

6 Best Arches National Park Hikes

Canyonlands National Park overlook

8 Best Hikes in Canyonlands National Park

Hiker looking out over Grand Canyon views on the Bright Angel Trail

Trail Guide: Hiking the Bright Angel Trail in the Grand Canyon

Ramsey Cascades waterfall in Smoky Mountains National Park

Ramsey Cascades Trail Guide in the Smoky Mountains

Thin, cascading waterfall spilling into shallow pool of water on Oneonta Trail outside of Portland, Oregon

7 Best Hikes in Portland, Oregon

Saguaro cacti illuminated by golden light from setting sun in Saguaro National Park in Tucson

6 Best Tucson Hiking Trails

Boardwalk through marshy forest on a New Orleans hike

6 Beautiful New Orleans Hikes & Nature Walks

Check out the best Petrified Forest National Park hikes for seeing views, petroglyphs, Pueblo sites, ancient petrified wood, and more.

6 Best Petrified Forest National Park Hikes

Learn about the best fall hikes in Southwest Colorado near Durango, Telluride, and Great Sand Dunes National Park with trail stats and more.

5 Best Fall Hikes in Southwest Colorado

Explore the best New Hampshire hikes to see fall foliage with our comprehensive hiking guide including directions and trail stats.

8 Best New Hampshire Hikes for Fall Foliage

Learn about 12 of the best Salt Lake City hikes from alpine lakes to peaks to waterfalls including trail stats and trailhead info.

12 Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City

Learn about 7 of the best Telluride hikes for day hikers, including distance, elevation gain, and directions to the trailheads.

7 Best Telluride Hikes for Lakes, Waterfalls, & Views

Plan your Lassen National Park hikes with our roundup of the best hikes, including boiling hot pots, alpine lakes, and big summits.

Best Hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park

Landscape photo of snow-capped Mount Rainier with lake in foreground

My All-Time Favorite Trails in Mt. Rainier National Park

6 Easy Colorado 14ers to hike, including Mt. Bierstadt, Grays Peak and Torreys Peak, Mt. Sherman, Handies Peak, and Mount of the Holy Cross.

6 Easy Colorado 14ers for Your First Summit

There's more to Pennsylvania hiking than the Appalachian Trail. In this post, learn from a local where to find the best hikes in Pennsylvania!

5 of the Best Hikes in Pennsylvania

This hot springs guide includes the best natural New Mexico hot springs including hiking distances and a map to find each hot spring.

New Mexico Hot Springs: The Best Natural Pools in the State

This guide to the top Big Bend hikes in the National Park includes distances, elevation gain, hiking trail descriptions, and more.

8 Best Hikes in Big Bend National Park

This Maine backpacking guide features the Cutler Coast trail, an overnight backpacking trip or day hike along Maine’s Bold Coast.

Maine Backpacking Guide: Hiking the Cutler Coast Trail

A view of the sun setting from Sunset Point in Bryce Canyon National Park.

Best Hikes in Utah: 20 Epic Trails – MAPPED!

Looking for the best hikes in Maryland? Here are our 7 favorite Maryland trails including distances, descriptions, and local tips.

7 Best Hikes in Maryland (According to a Local)

Headed to Joshua Tree National Park for the first time? Here's details on the 3 best Joshua Tree hikes, plus info on where to stay during your trip.

Best Joshua Tree Hikes for First-Time Visitors

Views out over turquoise-colored lake O'Hare in the Canadian Rockies of Yoho National Park

A Complete Guide to Camping & Hiking at Lake O’Hara

The Telluride Via Ferrata is a fun, thrilling mix of climbing & hiking where you use special equipment to traverse a steep cliff. Plan your trip with these tips.

What To Know Before Tackling the Telluride Via Ferrata

Get our guide to the best day hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park including distances, trail descriptions, what to be prepared for, and more.

Best Day Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park

Discover 5 of the best hikes to do near Portland, Maine for the best coastal scenery and mountain views just a short drive from the city.

5 Best Hikes Near Portland, Maine

Looking for a winter hike in New Hampshire? This trail guide to hiking South Mount Mountain in the winter covers what to expect and more.

Winter Hiking at South Moat Mountain, New Hampshire

Sawtooth Lake in Stanley Idaho is one of the most beautiful dayhikes in the Sawtooth wilderness. Learn how to tackle the trail in this hiking guide.

Trail Guide: Hiking to Sawtooth Lake in Idaho