St. Louis: Lewis and Clark Trail
This 8.5-mile loop climbs to rugged bluffs and views of the Missouri River and its bluffs, then rolls through cool hollows in Weldon Spring Conservation Area.
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Palm Springs, CA: San Jacinto Peak LoopString together two 10,000-foot peaks on this 19.4-mile loop with a mix of trail and off-trail pursuits. Enjoy fine campsites and views of Southern California too. Boulder, CO: Shadow CanyonThis 3.5-mile out-and-back climbs into Shadow Canyon, passing an old homestead and striking views of Boulder's Flatirons. Eugene, OR: Cape Perpetua Scenic AreaThis 8.5-mile loop in Cape Perpetua Scenic Area hugs the Oregon coast before heading inland to lush old-growth forest and views of the Coast Range and Pacific Ocean. |
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LIVE: Lost Maples State ParkSubmitted by:A great 5 mile loop with an awesome swimming hole near the end! Denver, CO: The Triple BypassSubmitted by:Three mountain passes, 10,000 feet of climbing, and long, eye-tearing descents: the Triple Bypass might be Colorado’s most iconic challenge ride. |
The Peak: Mt. GreylockTake the 5.5 mile trek up Bellows Pipe Trail to the summit, while your there enjoy a local cocktail a cup of chowder at Bascom Lodge. 
Natural Wonders: Blowholes, Salmon Runs, & Wine CountryHawaii's Nakalele blowhole rivals Old Faithful. Plus: Trek to Oregon's salmon run and California's wine country. 
Rip & Go: Iron Mountain Loop - Mount Rogers National Recreation AreaLose the leaf-peeping crowds on this quiet ramble above Virginia's loftiest canopies of color. |
Rip & Go: Badwater Basin to Gold Valley - Death Valley National Park, CADon't waste winter: Tackle this cross-country canyon trek in the Lower 48's largest national park. 
National Parks Hall of FameThe all-time best. That's what every hiker wants on a national park trek, and that's what you'll get if you tackle one of these 25 trips. 
National Parks Hall of Fame: Best DayhikeBeat the crowds by tackling this classic dayhike by moonlight. |
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