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50 Must-Do Hikes for Everyone: From Easy Strolls to Epic Summits

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Top Trails: Shenandoah National Park: 50 Must-Do Hikes for Everyone

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Hiking is one of the best ways to experience the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, there's a hike out there for you. To help you find the perfect trail, we've compiled a list of 50 must-do hikes for everyone, from easy strolls through serene landscapes to challenging climbs with breathtaking summit views.

Easy Hikes

Muir Woods National Monument Trail (California)
This easy 1-mile loop trail winds through a magnificent redwood forest, offering a serene and awe-inspiring experience. The trail is mostly flat, making it perfect for hikers of all ages and abilities.
Delicate Arch Trail (Utah)
This 3-mile out-and-back trail leads to one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the world: Delicate Arch. The trail is relatively easy, with only a few short sections of moderate climbing. The stunning views of the arch and the surrounding canyon make this hike a must-do.
Diamond Head Trail (Hawaii)
This 1.6-mile loop trail offers a challenging but rewarding hike to the summit of Diamond Head, an extinct volcano offering panoramic views of Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean. The trail is mostly uphill, but there are several rest stops along the way.

Moderate Hikes

Hike to the Tent Rocks (New Mexico)
This 4-mile loop trail takes you through the otherworldly Tent Rocks formations, a series of cone-shaped rock formations that resemble tents. The trail is mostly flat, but there are a few short sections of moderate climbing. The views of the Tent Rocks and the surrounding desert landscape are stunning.
Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Mist Trail (California)
This 6-mile out-and-back trail takes you to the base of two of Yosemite National Park's most iconic waterfalls: Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. The trail is mostly uphill, but the stunning views of the waterfalls make the hike worthwhile. The Mist Trail is wet and slippery in places, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear.
Trail to Looking Glass Falls (North Carolina)
This 2.6-mile loop trail takes you to the base of Looking Glass Falls, the tallest waterfall in North Carolina. The trail is mostly flat, but there are a few short sections of moderate climbing. The views of the waterfall and the surrounding gorge are breathtaking.

Challenging Hikes

Longs Peak Trail (Colorado)
This 15-mile out-and-back trail is one of the most challenging hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. The trail is steep and rocky in places, and there are several sections of exposed climbing. However, the summit views of Longs Peak and the surrounding mountains are incredible.
Half Dome Day Hike (California)