Sunrise trails

The Queen's Garden Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park offers hikers a journey through a landscape adorned with unique rock formations, including the Queen Victoria hoodoo, which resembles a regal figure. The path meanders through a natural amphitheater, providing expansive views of the park's distinctive…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 131 m • Maximum elevation: 2,433 m

The Sunrise Trail offers a scenic desert hike with sweeping views of the McDowell Mountains, Superstition Mountains, Four Peaks, and the Phoenix metropolitan area. The trail begins with a steady incline through classic Sonoran Desert terrain, where hikers can observe iconic saguaro cacti, unique rock…

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 355 m • Maximum elevation: 921 m

The Sedona View Trail to Airport Mesa Viewpoint is a rewarding hike showcasing sweeping panoramas of Sedona’s vibrant red rock formations, including landmarks like Capitol Butte, Coffee Pot Rock, and Chimney Rock. The route combines accessible terrain with opportunities to observe juniper-dotted landscapes,…

Distance: 1.4 mi • Elevation gain: 72 m • Maximum elevation: 1,466 m

The Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite offers hikers a rewarding, strenuous challenge with breathtaking views throughout. As you ascend, the landscape transforms from lush forest to open granite ridgelines, with expansive vistas of Tenaya Lake and the iconic Half Dome in the distance. The final approach to the…

Distance: 12.6 mi • Elevation gain: 873 m • Maximum elevation: 2,991 m

The Delicate Arch Trail offers a rewarding experience, combining a moderately challenging hike with breathtaking scenery. The trail takes you through varied terrain, including stretches of slickrock and a narrow sandstone ridge, leading to the iconic arch perched dramatically above a natural rock bowl. Along…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 177 m • Maximum elevation: 1,469 m

This hike to Indian Bar offers a remarkable journey through some of Mount Rainier National Park's most diverse landscapes. Beginning with shaded forests and gradually opening into the expansive meadows of Summerland, the trail rewards hikers with views of cascading waterfalls, wildflower fields, rugged…

Distance: 8.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,007 m • Maximum elevation: 2,065 m

The Sandstone Peak and Inspiration Point Loop is a rewarding hike that combines scenic vistas and diverse rock formations. Along the route, you can admire sweeping views of the Santa Monica Mountains, with the option to extend your adventure to the remote Tri-Peaks and the unique Balanced Rock formations. The…

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 457 m • Maximum elevation: 922 m

The Inspiration Point hike via the Tunnel Trail offers a relatively moderate adventure through the beautiful landscapes of Los Padres National Forest. The route, starting at Tunnel Road, is a combination of shaded chaparral and rocky terrain as you ascend to a prominent overlook. Along the way, you'll be…

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 331 m • Maximum elevation: 548 m

The hike to Vesper Peak via the Sunrise Mine Trail offers a challenging and scenic adventure, where you'll experience a range of terrain types, from lush forests and expansive meadows to rocky slopes and boulder fields. As you climb, you'll be treated to panoramic views of surrounding peaks such as Morning…

Distance: 6.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,239 m • Maximum elevation: 1,884 m

The Wind Canyon Loop Trail offers a scenic and relatively easy hike, ideal for those looking to experience the park's dramatic badlands landscapes in a short amount of time. The trail follows wind-eroded cliffs that rise above the Little Missouri River, providing sweeping views of the river valley and the…

Distance: 0.5 mi • Elevation gain: 28 m • Maximum elevation: 717 m

The hike to the Kuwohi Observation Tower offers stunning panoramic views from the highest point in the park, previously known as Clingmans Dome. As you ascend the paved, yet steep, trail, you'll be rewarded with vistas of expansive mountain ranges, including Sugarland Mountain and the Elkmont area. On clear…

Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 2,021 m

Loop hike in the Bryce Canyon National Park from Sunset Point via Rim Trail, Sunrise Point, Queen's Garden Trail, Tropic Trail, Peekaboo Loop Trail, Peek a Boo Arch, Hindu Temples, The Cathedral, Navajo Loop Trail, Two Bridges and Thor's Hammer. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature #Mountain #Rock #Forest #Park

Distance: 6.4 mi • Elevation gain: 500 m • Maximum elevation: 2,431 m

The Sugarloaf Mountain and Northern Peaks Trails offer a rewarding outdoor experience for those seeking both scenic views and moderate challenge. Along the route, hikers will encounter lush wooded areas, rocky paths, and stunning vistas from various overlooks, including a dramatic view from White Rocks, which…

Distance: 6.9 mi • Elevation gain: 402 m • Maximum elevation: 378 m

The McAfee Knob hike is a must-do for anyone who enjoys panoramic mountain views. The trail offers a mix of shady forest paths, steady inclines, and a few rest stops along the way, making it a comfortable yet challenging route up Catawba Mountain. Once you reach the iconic rock ledge, you’re rewarded with…

Distance: 8.6 mi • Elevation gain: 521 m • Maximum elevation: 952 m

Distance: 14.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,204 m • Maximum elevation: 2,064 m

Distance: 8.7 mi • Elevation gain: 598 m • Maximum elevation: 1,858 m

Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Forest #Nature #Yosemite

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 881 m • Maximum elevation: 2,991 m

#Hiking #Yosemite

Distance: 11.7 mi • Elevation gain: 872 m • Maximum elevation: 2,990 m

Loop hike from Sunset Point via Navajo Loop Trail, Thor's Hammer, Two Bridges, Queen's Garden Trail, Sunrise Point and Rim Trail in the Bryce Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature #Rock #Forest

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 224 m • Maximum elevation: 2,440 m

Loop hike in the Bryce Canyon National Park via Rim Trail, Sunset Point, Navajo Loop Trail, Wall Street, Queen's Garden Trail, Queen Victoria and Sunrise Point. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature #Rock #Forest #Park #Bryce

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 214 m • Maximum elevation: 2,443 m

Bryce Canyon National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 52 m • Maximum elevation: 2,442 m

Mount Rainier National Park. Yakima Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Nature #Rainier

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 370 m • Maximum elevation: 2,181 m

Hike to Garnet Peak via the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and the Garnet Peak Trail in the Cleveland National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 173 m • Maximum elevation: 1,775 m

Loop hike to Monument Peak via Big Laguna Lake, Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) and Foster Point in the Cleveland National Forest and the Laguna Meadow. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Lake #Nature #PCT #Forest

Distance: 11.7 mi • Elevation gain: 538 m • Maximum elevation: 1,901 m

Hike from Hurricane Ridge to Klahhane Ridge via Big Meadow Natural Trail, Cirque Rim Nature Trail, High Ridge Nature Trail, Sunrise Viewpoint, Hurricane Ridge to Switchback Trail, Switchback Trail and Klahhane Ridge Trail in the Olympic National Park and the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 796 m • Maximum elevation: 1,836 m

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 224 m • Maximum elevation: 2,285 m

Distance: 9.0 mi • Elevation gain: 751 m • Maximum elevation: 2,383 m