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100 best notable hiking places in the world

Here is an expanded list of 100 of the best hiking trails in the world, with brief descriptions, countries, and trail lengths:

  1. Appalachian Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: Approximately 2,200 miles
    • Description: A legendary long-distance trail stretching from Georgia to Maine, known for its diverse ecosystems and stunning mountain views.
  2. Pacific Crest Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: 2,650 miles
    • Description: A challenging trail that runs from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington, offering diverse landscapes from deserts to snowy peaks.
  3. Continental Divide Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: 3,100 miles
    • Description: A rugged trail following the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico, passing through the Rocky Mountains and offering remote wilderness experiences.
  4. Inca Trail
    • Country: Peru
    • Length: 26 miles
    • Description: A historic trail leading to Machu Picchu, featuring ancient ruins and breathtaking Andean scenery.
  5. Camino de Santiago
    • Country: Spain
    • Length: Varies (most popular route is 500 miles)
    • Description: A network of pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine of St. James in Santiago de Compostela, known for its cultural and historical significance.
  6. Torres del Paine Circuit
    • Country: Chile
    • Length: 75 miles
    • Description: A popular trek in Patagonia, known for its dramatic landscapes, including mountains, glaciers, and lakes.
  7. Annapurna Circuit
    • Country: Nepal
    • Length: 100-150 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek through the Annapurna mountain range, offering stunning views of the Himalayas and diverse cultural experiences.
  8. Kilimanjaro
    • Country: Tanzania
    • Length: 37 miles
    • Description: A popular climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, featuring diverse ecosystems from rainforest to alpine desert.
  9. Kalalau Trail
    • Country: USA (Hawaii)
    • Length: 11 miles
    • Description: A challenging trail along the Na Pali Coast on the island of Kauai, offering stunning views of the rugged coastline and lush valleys.
  10. West Coast Trail
    • Country: Canada
    • Length: 47 miles
    • Description: A challenging coastal trail on Vancouver Island, known for its rugged terrain, beaches, and shipwreck history.
  11. Milford Track
    • Country: New Zealand
    • Length: 33 miles
    • Description: A popular multi-day hike through Fiordland National Park, featuring glacial valleys, alpine passes, and stunning waterfalls.
  12. Routeburn Track
    • Country: New Zealand
    • Length: 20 miles
    • Description: A scenic trail connecting Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks, offering views of snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and lush forests.
  13. Laugavegur Trail
    • Country: Iceland
    • Length: 34 miles
    • Description: A popular trek through the Icelandic highlands, known for its colorful rhyolite mountains, hot springs, and glacial rivers.
  14. Haute Route
    • Country: Switzerland/France
    • Length: 112 miles
    • Description: A challenging multi-day hike through the Alps, connecting Chamonix, France, and Zermatt, Switzerland, offering stunning views of glaciers and peaks.
  15. Lycian Way
    • Country: Turkey
    • Length: 335 miles
    • Description: A long-distance coastal trail in southern Turkey, featuring ancient ruins, beaches, and traditional villages.
  16. Kumano Kodo
    • Country: Japan
    • Length: Varies (multiple routes)
    • Description: A network of ancient pilgrimage routes in the Kii Mountains, known for its shrines, temples, and beautiful natural landscapes.
  17. Overland Track
    • Country: Australia
    • Length: 40 miles
    • Description: A popular multi-day hike through Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, offering diverse ecosystems and stunning alpine scenery.
  18. Snowman Trek
    • Country: Bhutan
    • Length: Approximately 200 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek through the Himalayas, known for its high altitude and remote beauty.
  19. Bibbulmun Track
    • Country: Australia
    • Length: 620 miles
    • Description: A long-distance trail traversing Western Australia, showcasing diverse landscapes from forests to coastline.
  20. Hadrian’s Wall Path
    • Country: United Kingdom
    • Length: 84 miles
    • Description: A historical trail along the remnants of Hadrian’s Wall, featuring scenic countryside and Roman ruins.
  21. Grand Canyon Rim Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: Approximately 13 miles
    • Description: A trail along the rim of the Grand Canyon, offering stunning views of the canyon’s vastness.
  22. Dolomites Hikes
    • Country: Italy
    • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
    • Description: A network of trails in the Dolomite mountains, renowned for their unique rock formations and scenic beauty.
  23. Huemul Circuit
    • Country: Argentina
    • Length: 40 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek in Patagonia, featuring glaciers, mountains, and stunning views of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
  24. Salkantay Trek
    • Country: Peru
    • Length: 35 miles
    • Description: An alternative route to the Inca Trail, offering a less crowded path to Machu Picchu with views of the snow-capped Salkantay mountain.
  25. Kesugi Ridge Trail
    • Country: USA (Alaska)
    • Length: 28 miles
    • Description: A challenging trail in Denali State Park, offering panoramic views of the Alaska Range and Denali (formerly Mount McKinley).
  26. Tongariro Alpine Crossing
    • Country: New Zealand
    • Length: 12 miles
    • Description: A popular day hike through volcanic landscapes in Tongariro National Park, featuring emerald lakes and the iconic Mount Ngauruhoe (Mount Doom in the Lord of the Rings films).
  27. Fitz Roy Trek
    • Country: Argentina
    • Length: 40 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek in Los Glaciares National Park, offering stunning views of the jagged Fitz Roy massif and Cerro Torre.
  28. Kungsleden
    • Country: Sweden
    • Length: 270 miles
    • Description: A long-distance trail in northern Sweden, known for its pristine wilderness, reindeer herds, and the opportunity to experience the midnight sun or northern lights.
  29. Otter Trail
    • Country: South Africa
    • Length: 26 miles
    • Description: A coastal hike in Tsitsikamma National Park, featuring rugged cliffs, beaches, and the chance to spot marine life like whales and dolphins.
  30. Trolltunga
    • Country: Norway
    • Length: 22 miles
    • Description: A challenging hike to a famous rock formation overlooking a fjord, offering stunning views of the Hardangerfjord region.
  31. Paine Circuit
    • Country: Chile
    • Length: 75 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek in Torres del Paine National Park, offering views of the park’s iconic granite towers and glaciers.
  32. Everest Base Camp Trek
    • Country: Nepal
    • Length: 35 miles
    • Description: A popular trek to the base camp of Mount Everest, offering stunning views of the world’s highest peaks and the opportunity to experience Sherpa culture.
  33. Lares Trek
    • Country: Peru
    • Length: 26 miles
    • Description: An alternative to the Inca Trail, offering a less crowded route to Machu Picchu with opportunities to interact with local communities and experience traditional Andean culture.
  34. Rota Vicentina
    • Country: Portugal
    • Length: 220 miles
    • Description: A network of hiking trails along Portugal’s southwest coast, featuring rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and traditional fishing villages.
  35. Cinque Terre
    • Country: Italy
    • Length: 7 miles
    • Description: A series of hiking trails connecting the picturesque coastal villages of Cinque Terre, offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and colorful houses.
  36. Wicklow Way
    • Country: Ireland
    • Length: 80 miles
    • Description: A long-distance trail in the Wicklow Mountains, known for its rolling hills, lakes, and historic sites like Glendalough.
  37. Samaria Gorge
    • Country: Greece
    • Length: 10 miles
    • Description: A popular day hike through the Samaria Gorge in Crete, featuring dramatic limestone cliffs and the opportunity to spot the endangered kri-kri goat.
  38. Tre Cime di Lavaredo
    • Country: Italy
    • Length: 6 miles
    • Description: A scenic loop hike in the Dolomites, offering close-up views of the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks of Lavaredo).
  39. Routeburn Track
    • Country: New Zealand
    • Length: 20 miles
    • Description: A scenic trail connecting Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks, offering views of snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and lush forests.
  40. Milford Track
    • Country: New Zealand
    • Length: 33 miles
    • Description: A popular multi-day hike through Fiordland National Park, featuring glacial valleys, alpine passes, and stunning waterfalls.
  41. West Coast Trail
    • Country: Canada
    • Length: 47 miles
    • Description: A challenging coastal trail on Vancouver Island, known for its rugged terrain, beaches, and shipwreck history.
  42. Kalalau Trail
    • Country: USA (Hawaii)
    • Length: 11 miles
    • Description: A challenging trail along the Na Pali Coast on the island of Kauai, offering stunning views of the rugged coastline and lush valleys.
  43. Kilimanjaro
    • Country: Tanzania
    • Length: 37 miles
    • Description: A popular climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, featuring diverse ecosystems from rainforest to alpine desert.
  44. Annapurna Circuit
    • Country: Nepal
    • Length: 100-150 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek through the Annapurna mountain range, offering stunning views of the Himalayas and diverse cultural experiences.
  45. Torres del Paine Circuit
    • Country: Chile
    • Length: 75 miles
    • Description: A popular trek in Patagonia, known for its dramatic landscapes, including mountains, glaciers, and lakes.
  46. Camino de Santiago
    • Country: Spain
    • Length: Varies (most popular route is 500 miles)
    • Description: A network of pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine of St. James in Santiago de Compostela, known for its cultural and historical significance.
  47. Inca Trail
    • Country: Peru
    • Length: 26 miles
    • Description: A historic trail leading to Machu Picchu, featuring ancient ruins and breathtaking Andean scenery.
  48. Continental Divide Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: 3,100 miles
    • Description: A rugged trail following the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico, passing through the Rocky Mountains and offering remote wilderness experiences.
  49. Pacific Crest Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: 2,650 miles
    • Description: A challenging trail that runs from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington, offering diverse landscapes from deserts to snowy peaks.
  50. Appalachian Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: Approximately 2,200 miles
    • Description: A legendary long-distance trail stretching from Georgia to Maine, known for its diverse ecosystems and stunning mountain views.
  51. Laugavegur Trail
    • Country: Iceland
    • Length: 34 miles
    • Description: A popular trek through the Icelandic highlands, known for its colorful rhyolite mountains, hot springs, and glacial rivers.
  52. Haute Route
    • Country: Switzerland/France
    • Length: 112 miles
    • Description: A challenging multi-day hike through the Alps, connecting Chamonix, France, and Zermatt, Switzerland, offering stunning views of glaciers and peaks.
  53. Lycian Way
    • Country: Turkey
    • Length: 335 miles
    • Description: A long-distance coastal trail in southern Turkey, featuring ancient ruins, beaches, and traditional villages.
  54. Kumano Kodo
    • Country: Japan
    • Length: Varies (multiple routes)
    • Description: A network of ancient pilgrimage routes in the Kii Mountains, known for its shrines, temples, and beautiful natural landscapes.
  55. Overland Track
    • Country: Australia
    • Length: 40 miles
    • Description: A popular multi-day hike through Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, offering diverse ecosystems and stunning alpine scenery.
  56. Snowman Trek
    • Country: Bhutan
    • Length: Approximately 200 miles
    • Description: A challenging trek through the Himalayas, known for its high altitude and remote beauty.
  57. Bibbulmun Track
    • Country: Australia
    • Length: 620 miles
    • Description: A long-distance trail traversing Western Australia, showcasing diverse landscapes from forests to coastline.
  58. Hadrian’s Wall Path
    • Country: United Kingdom
    • Length: 84 miles
    • Description: A historical trail along the remnants of Hadrian’s Wall, featuring scenic countryside and Roman ruins.
  59. Grand Canyon Rim Trail
    • Country: USA
    • Length: Approximately 13 miles
    • Description: A trail along the rim of the Grand Canyon, offering stunning views of the canyon’s vastness.
  60. Dolomites Hikes
    • Country: Italy
    • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
    • Description: A network of trails in the Dolomite mountains, renowned for their unique rock formations and scenic beauty.
  1. Huemul Circuit
  • Country: Argentina
  • Length: 40 miles (65 km)
  • Description: A challenging 4-day loop in Los Glaciares National Park near El Chaltén, featuring stunning views of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, mountain passes, and river crossings, including Tyrolean traverses.
  1. Trolltunga
  • Country: Norway
  • Length: 22 miles (35 km)
  • Description: A demanding hike to a famous rock formation that juts out over Lake Ringedalsvatnet, offering breathtaking views of the fjord and surrounding mountains.
  1. Mount Rinjani
  • Country: Indonesia
  • Length: 34 miles (55 km)
  • Description: A multi-day trek to the summit of Mount Rinjani, featuring a stunning crater lake and diverse landscapes, including tropical forests and volcanic terrain.
  1. Zion Narrows
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 16 miles (26 km)
  • Description: A unique hike through the Virgin River in Zion National Park, where hikers wade through water surrounded by towering canyon walls.
  1. Angel’s Landing
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 5 miles (8 km)
  • Description: A strenuous hike in Zion National Park known for its steep ascent and thrilling views from the top, requiring chains for safety on the final section.
  1. Mount Fuji
  • Country: Japan
  • Length: 12 miles (19 km)
  • Description: A popular climb to Japan’s iconic peak, with multiple trails leading to the summit, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
  1. Chilkoot Trail
  • Country: USA/Canada
  • Length: 33 miles (53 km)
  • Description: A historic gold rush trail that crosses the border from Alaska to British Columbia, featuring beautiful lakes, rivers, and alpine scenery.
  1. Coyote Gulch
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 10 miles (16 km)
  • Description: A stunning hike in Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, featuring slot canyons, natural arches, and lush vegetation along a creek.
  1. Mount Katahdin
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 10 miles (16 km)
  • Description: The northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, featuring challenging climbs and stunning views of Maine’s wilderness.
  1. Kings Canyon Rim Walk
  • Country: Australia
  • Length: 6 miles (10 km)
  • Description: A scenic hike along the rim of Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park, offering breathtaking views of the canyon and surrounding landscapes.
  1. Lantau Trail
  • Country: Hong Kong
  • Length: 70 miles (100 km)
  • Description: A long-distance trail around Lantau Island, featuring coastal views, lush forests, and the famous Tian Tan Buddha statue.
  1. Sierra Nevada Trail
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 400 miles (640 km)
  • Description: A long-distance trail through California’s Sierra Nevada mountains, offering stunning views of alpine lakes, granite peaks, and diverse ecosystems.
  1. Cairngorms National Park
  • Country: Scotland
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A network of trails in the UK’s largest national park, featuring rugged mountains, ancient forests, and diverse wildlife.
  1. Picos de Europa
  • Country: Spain
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A stunning mountain range in northern Spain, known for its dramatic limestone peaks, deep gorges, and picturesque villages.
  1. The Narrows
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 16 miles (26 km)
  • Description: A famous hike in Zion National Park through a narrow slot canyon, where hikers wade through the Virgin River surrounded by towering cliffs.
  1. Mount Rainier Wonderland Trail
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 93 miles (150 km)
  • Description: A scenic loop around Mount Rainier, offering stunning views of the mountain, wildflower meadows, and old-growth forests.
  1. Piran to Portorož Coastal Path
  • Country: Slovenia
  • Length: 10 miles (16 km)
  • Description: A beautiful coastal hike along the Adriatic Sea, featuring charming seaside towns and stunning views.
  1. Glen Coe
  • Country: Scotland
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A stunning valley in the Scottish Highlands, known for its dramatic landscapes, hiking trails, and rich history.
  1. Cappadocia
  • Country: Turkey
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A unique hiking destination known for its fairy chimneys, rock formations, and ancient cave dwellings.
  1. Ridgeway National Trail
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Length: 87 miles (139 km)
  • Description: An ancient route through the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, historical sites, and beautiful landscapes.
  1. Mount Toubkal
  • Country: Morocco
  • Length: 12 miles (19 km)
  • Description: The highest peak in North Africa, offering a challenging ascent and stunning views of the Atlas Mountains.
  1. Gorges du Verdon
  • Country: France
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A stunning canyon hike in Provence, known for its turquoise river and dramatic cliffs.
  1. Hiking the Dolomites
  • Country: Italy
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A network of trails in the Dolomites, renowned for their unique rock formations and scenic beauty.
  1. Caminito del Rey
  • Country: Spain
  • Length: 3 miles (5 km)
  • Description: A famous walkway pinned along the steep walls of a narrow gorge, offering stunning views and thrilling heights.
  1. The Great Wall of China
  • Country: China
  • Length: Varies (multiple sections)
  • Description: Hiking along various sections of the Great Wall offers a unique blend of history and stunning landscapes.
  1. Tatra Mountains
  • Country: Poland/Slovakia
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A beautiful mountain range with numerous hiking trails, featuring stunning views, alpine lakes, and diverse wildlife.
  1. Mount St. Helens
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 10 miles (16 km)
  • Description: A hike to the summit of the volcano offers unique views of the crater and the surrounding landscape.
  1. Cape Town’s Table Mountain
  • Country: South Africa
  • Length: Varies (multiple trails)
  • Description: A famous hike to the top of Table Mountain, offering panoramic views of Cape Town and the ocean.
  1. The Haute Route
  • Country: Switzerland/France
  • Length: 112 miles (180 km)
  • Description: A challenging trek through the Alps, connecting Chamonix and Zermatt, known for its stunning mountain scenery.
  1. The Overland Track
  • Country: Australia
  • Length: 40 miles (65 km)
  • Description: A popular multi-day hike through Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, featuring diverse ecosystems and stunning alpine scenery.
  1. The John Muir Trail
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 211 miles (340 km)
  • Description: A scenic trail through the Sierra Nevada mountains, passing through Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks.
  1. The Great Ocean Walk
  • Country: Australia
  • Length: 60 miles (100 km)
  • Description: A coastal trail along the Great Ocean Road, featuring stunning views of cliffs, beaches, and the famous Twelve Apostles.
  1. The Torres del Paine W Trek
  • Country: Chile
  • Length: 50 miles (80 km)
  • Description: A popular trek in Torres del Paine National Park, known for its stunning granite peaks, glaciers, and diverse wildlife.
  1. The Long Range Traverse
  • Country: Canada
  • Length: 30 miles (48 km)
  • Description: A challenging trek in Gros Morne National Park, featuring rugged terrain, fjords, and stunning coastal views.
  1. The Chilkoot Trail
  • Country: USA/Canada
  • Length: 33 miles (53 km)
  • Description: A historic gold rush trail that crosses the border from Alaska to British Columbia, featuring beautiful lakes, rivers, and alpine scenery.
  1. The Grand Canyon Rim Trail
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 13 miles (21 km)
  • Description: A scenic trail along the rim of the Grand Canyon, offering stunning views of the canyon’s vastness.
  1. The Salkantay Trek
  • Country: Peru
  • Length: 35 miles (56 km)
  • Description: An alternative to the Inca Trail, offering a less crowded route to Machu Picchu with stunning views of the Salkantay mountain.
  1. The Pacific Northwest Trail
  • Country: USA
  • Length: 1,200 miles (1,931 km)
  • Description: A long-distance trail that traverses the Pacific Northwest, featuring diverse landscapes from mountains to coastlines.
  1. The Via Alpina
  • Country: Switzerland
  • Length: 340 miles (550 km)
  • Description: A network of trails across the Alps, offering stunning views, cultural experiences, and diverse landscapes.
  1. The Kungsleden (King’s Trail)
    – Country: Sweden
    – Length: 270 miles (440 km)
    – Description: A long-distance trail in northern Sweden, known for its pristine wilderness, reindeer herds, and the opportunity to experience the midnight sun or northern lights.
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