Beach trails

The hike to Alamere Falls via the Coast Trail in Point Reyes National Seashore offers a diverse array of landscapes, including coastal bluffs, serene lakes, and lush forests. Along the way, hikers can enjoy panoramic ocean vistas, pass by tranquil bodies of water such as Bass Lake and Pelican Lake, and…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 475 m • Maximum elevation: 186 m

The Spruce Railroad Trail in Olympic National Park offers hikers a serene journey along the northern shore of Lake Crescent, with views of its clear blue waters and lush surrounding forests. Along the path, visitors can explore historic railroad tunnels, including the McFee Tunnel, adding a touch of history to…

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 167 m • Maximum elevation: 226 m

The Cape Falcon Trail in Oswald West State Park offers hikers a journey through lush old-growth forests, leading to a headland with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, with sights extending southward to Neahkahnie Mountain. Along the way, the trail provides glimpses of Short Sand Beach, a popular spot for…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 338 m • Maximum elevation: 100 m

The hike along Solana Hills Trail, Rios Avenue Trail, and Gemma Parks Loop to Annie’s Canyon in the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve offers a serene blend of coastal wetlands, native chaparral, and sculpted sandstone canyons. As you meander through the trails, you'll encounter sweeping views of the…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 130 m • Maximum elevation: 77 m

The Ridge, Panorama, and Bluffs Loop in Andrew Molera State Park offers a striking variety of landscapes, from peaceful meadows and the rugged Big Sur River to sweeping coastal views and the forested ridges. Hikers will enjoy diverse vistas, including expansive looks at the Pacific Ocean, and may even…

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 451 m • Maximum elevation: 334 m

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 7 m • Maximum elevation: 6 m

Eurimbula National Park. #MTB #Eurimbula

Distance: 30.4 mi • Elevation gain: 227 m • Maximum elevation: 44 m

The Great Head Loop Trail in Acadia National Park offers a memorable coastal hike with sweeping views of the rugged Maine shoreline. Along the way, hikers are treated to panoramic vistas of Sand Beach, Gorham Mountain, and the Beehive, as well as glimpses of Thunder Hole across the bay. The trail combines…

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 62 m • Maximum elevation: 39 m

The hike to Hanakapi'ai Falls is a challenging yet rewarding adventure along Kaua'i’s Nā Pali Coast. Starting from Ke’e Beach, the trail offers a mix of sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliffs, leading you through dense vegetation, bamboo groves, and occasional stream crossings. As you get closer to the…

Distance: 7.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,114 m • Maximum elevation: 399 m

Great Sandy National Park. #Hiking #Sandy

Distance: 54.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,787 m • Maximum elevation: 213 m

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 35 m • Maximum elevation: 28 m

#Bike #MTB

Distance: 33.1 mi • Elevation gain: 345 m • Maximum elevation: 89 m

The Lakeshore Trail offers a scenic hike through lush northern forests that open onto dramatic sandstone cliffs along Lake Superior. Hikers will encounter iconic views of sea caves—natural formations created by centuries of wave action—that include arches and cliffside openings where waves echo through the…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 190 m • Maximum elevation: 211 m

The Lion's Den Trail and Bluff Trail Loop offers an delightful hike with striking views of Lake Michigan and tranquil forest paths. Walking along the bluffs, hikers can look out over dramatic lake vistas, often vibrant with monarch butterflies in late summer, and follow the staircase down to a secluded beach…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 48 m • Maximum elevation: 212 m

The Bear Island Loop offers hikers a dynamic mix of terrain with scenic views of the Potomac River. Along the route, you'll encounter sections of peaceful canal pathways, rugged rock scrambles, and sweeping vistas of Mather Gorge. The trail's natural beauty is complemented by opportunities for exploration,…

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 87 m • Maximum elevation: 52 m

#Hiking #SunshineCoast

Distance: 46.6 mi • Elevation gain: 3,583 m • Maximum elevation: 1,151 m

Distance: 6.8 mi • Elevation gain: 101 m • Maximum elevation: 28 m

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 69 m • Maximum elevation: 33 m

#Hiking #MTB #Loop

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 190 m • Maximum elevation: 123 m

The Rome Point Loop Trail offers a serene hiking experience through lush coastal woodlands and salt marshes, leading to stunning views of Narragansett Bay. As you walk along the trail, you'll encounter diverse wildlife, including seasonal harbor seals, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the surrounding natural…

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 28 m • Maximum elevation: 18 m

The Gordons Pond Loop offers a serene hiking experience through diverse landscapes, including picturesque salt marshes, tranquil wooded areas and the beach along the Atlantic Ocean. As you traverse the well-maintained trail, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the pond and the sea, watch for various bird…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 24 m • Maximum elevation: 9 m

The Sachuest Point and Flint Point Loop Trail offers a serene coastal hiking experience, perfect for spotting seabirds, sweeping ocean views, and seasonal wildflowers. The Ocean View Loop provides panoramas of the Atlantic, with frequent sightings of seals resting on rocky outcrops and surfers near Second…

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 23 m • Maximum elevation: 8 m

The Cliff Walk offers a captivating experience that beautifully combines rugged coastal views with the architectural splendor of historic mansions. As you traverse the path, you'll enjoy stunning panoramas of the Atlantic Ocean on one side while passing by iconic landmarks like The Breakers and Marble House on…

Distance: 7.6 mi • Elevation gain: 93 m • Maximum elevation: 16 m

William Bay National Park. #Bike #Loop #WilliamBay

Distance: 25.2 mi • Elevation gain: 529 m • Maximum elevation: 122 m

Marin Headlands. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Beach

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 352 m • Maximum elevation: 284 m

Tubbs Hill Loop offers a scenic and accessible hike with stunning views of Lake Coeur d'Alene throughout most of the trail. The path winds through forested areas and along the lake's edge, passing beaches and rocky outcrops, providing several spots for swimming or just enjoying the natural beauty. It's a…

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 110 m • Maximum elevation: 718 m

Loop bike around Waiheke Island from Matiatia Bay via Oneroa, Palm Beach, Onetangi, Man o'War Bay, Te Matuku Bay, Ostend, Surfdale and Blackpool. #Bike #Loop #Waiheke #Island #Nature #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Forest #Countryside

Distance: 38.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,696 m • Maximum elevation: 148 m

Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 352 m • Maximum elevation: 184 m

The Beehive Loop in Acadia National Park offers a thrilling hiking experience with stunning views as a reward for the effort. As you ascend the Beehive Trail, the path features rocky scrambles, iron rungs, and spectacular panoramas of the Maine coastline, including Sand Beach and Champlain Mountain. The…

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 163 m • Maximum elevation: 148 m

The Great Head Loop Trail offers a scenic and moderately challenging hike. As the trail winds through a mix of forest and exposed cliffs, you'll enjoy panoramic ocean views, including sights of Sand Beach, The Beehive, and Thunder Hole. The loop also features some historical interest with remnants of an old…

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 72 m • Maximum elevation: 40 m

The Ocean Path Trail offers a scenic journey along the rugged coastline of Mount Desert Island. Starting from Sand Beach, the path leads hikers past notable landmarks such as Thunder Hole, known for its impressive wave sounds, and culminates at the striking Otter Cliffs. The trail features diverse terrain,…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 140 m • Maximum elevation: 32 m

The Gorham Mountain Loop in Acadia National Park offers a captivating blend of scenic views and diverse terrain. Hikers can enjoy sweeping vistas of the rocky coastline and distant Cadillac Mountain, as well as charming glimpses of Sand Beach and the surrounding natural beauty. The trail features a mix of…

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 193 m • Maximum elevation: 150 m

The West Beach and Long Lake Trail Loop offers a dynamic hiking experience, blending scenic dunes, woodlands, and lake views. This route takes you through sandy stretches and elevated boardwalks, showcasing different stages of dune succession and offering glimpses of Lake Michigan and Long Lake. The moderate…

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 57 m • Maximum elevation: 204 m

The West Beach and Dune Succession Trail Loop offers a unique blend of natural beauty and geological intrigue. Hikers can expect to traverse through lush landscapes leading to sweeping views of Lake Michigan, with opportunities to spot various wildlife in the rich ecosystems formed by the transition from dunes…

Distance: 1.0 mi • Elevation gain: 26 m • Maximum elevation: 204 m

The Cowles Bog Trail and Greenbelt Trail Loopoffers a serene escape into a rich tapestry of diverse ecosystems, including black oak savannas, marshes, and ponds. Hikers can appreciate unique plant species, such as the carnivorous pitcher plants and striking wildflowers, while keeping an eye out for various…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 63 m • Maximum elevation: 208 m

Thi loop hike presents an engaging mix of challenging climbs and stunning vistas. Starting with the steep ascent of The Beehive, hikers are treated to breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding landscapes, making the effort worthwhile. As the trail meanders down to The Bowl—a serene, reflective…

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 239 m • Maximum elevation: 150 m

Hike from Ke'e Beach to Hanakapi'ai Falls via Kakalau Trail, Hanakapi'ai Beach and Hanakapi'ai Trail in the Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park. #Hiking #Falls #Nature #Forest #River #Coast #Beach #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Island #Mountain #Volcano #Hawaii #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 7.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,180 m • Maximum elevation: 409 m

This loop hike is a delightful escape that beautifully combines stunning ocean views with charming paths. Inland, the path winds through picturesque overlooks like EB Scripps Overlook, West Overlook and Yucca Point, offering jaw-dropping ocean views. On the Beach, you'll have the chance to stroll on the sandy…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 151 m • Maximum elevation: 102 m

#Hiking #Running #Stanley #Vancouver

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 81 m • Maximum elevation: 49 m

Sydney Harbour National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Sydney

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 178 m • Maximum elevation: 101 m

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 40 m • Maximum elevation: 11 m

#Hiking #DeepCove

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 265 m • Maximum elevation: 137 m

#Hiking #Sydney #Pacific

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 180 m • Maximum elevation: 49 m

#Hiking #Sydney

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 275 m • Maximum elevation: 86 m

#Hiking #Sydney

Distance: 11.3 mi • Elevation gain: 483 m • Maximum elevation: 98 m

Mountain Bike in San Francisco via Fisherman's Warf, Marina District, Presidio, Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands, Baker Beach, Lincoln Park, Land's End, Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, Haight Ashbury, The Mission, Japantown, Pacific Heights and Lombard Street. #MTB #Loop #City #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Forest…

Distance: 30.3 mi • Elevation gain: 952 m • Maximum elevation: 175 m

Pacific Spirit Regional Park. #Hiking #Vancouver #PacificSpirit

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 198 m • Maximum elevation: 81 m

Distance: 14.2 mi • Elevation gain: 768 m • Maximum elevation: 172 m

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 80 m • Maximum elevation: 955 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 198 m • Maximum elevation: 125 m

#Hiking

Distance: 4.1 mi • Elevation gain: 181 m • Maximum elevation: 44 m

Hike from Grand Canyon Village via Bright Angel Trail, Havasupai Gardens, Pipe Creek Beach, River Trail, Colorado River, Bright Angel Suspension Bridge, North Kaibab Trail, Bright Angel Site, Kaibab Suspension Bridge, South Kaibab Trail, The Tipoff Shelter, Skeleton Point, Cedar Ridge and Ooh Aah Point in the…

Distance: 15.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,443 m • Maximum elevation: 2,202 m

Hike from Ka'ilio Point to Hoolea Falls via Kalalau Trail, Ha'ena State Park, Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park, The Gate, Hono o Na Pali Natural Area Reserve and Kalalau Beach. #Hiking #Coast #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Nature #Beach #Forest #Mountain #Volcano #Island #Hawaii

Distance: 19.0 mi • Elevation gain: 3,029 m • Maximum elevation: 224 m

Texada Island. #Hiking #Texada

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 68 m • Maximum elevation: 147 m

Grand Canyon National Park. Colorado River. Garden Creek. #Hiking #River #Canyon #Forest #Nature

Distance: 15.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,225 m • Maximum elevation: 2,085 m

Loop hike through the Santa Catalina Island on the Trans Catalina Trail (TCT) from Avalon to Two Harbours via Haypress Reservoir, Cape Canyon Reservoir, Catalina Airport, Little Harbor, Fourth of July Cove, Cherry Cove, Little Geiger Cove, Big Geiger Cove, Howland's Landing, Emerald Bay, Parsons Landing and…

Distance: 38.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,826 m • Maximum elevation: 531 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 94 m • Maximum elevation: 13 m

Bilarong Reserve. James Wheel Place Reserve. Middle Creek Reserve. #Hiking #Loop #Bilarong #JamesWheel #MiddleCreek

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 89 m • Maximum elevation: 14 m

Vancouver Island. #Bike #PacificRim #Vancouver #Pacific

Distance: 13.4 mi • Elevation gain: 146 m • Maximum elevation: 40 m

#Hiking

Distance: 10.1 mi • Elevation gain: 439 m • Maximum elevation: 243 m

Fernleigh Track. #Bike

Distance: 22.8 mi • Elevation gain: 264 m • Maximum elevation: 98 m

#MTB #Bribie

Distance: 38.1 mi • Elevation gain: 16 m • Maximum elevation: 8 m

#Hiking #Loop #Bold #Perth

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 119 m • Maximum elevation: 76 m

Vancouver Island. #Hiking #Running #RathtrevorBeach #Vancouver

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 75 m • Maximum elevation: 20 m

Great Sandy National Park. #Hiking #Sandy

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 144 m • Maximum elevation: 83 m

Lake Ontario. #Bike #Toronto #Ontario

Distance: 25.2 mi • Elevation gain: 201 m • Maximum elevation: 108 m

Loop hike through Pelham Bay Park via Hutchinson River, Orchard Beach and Hunter Island. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Sea #Atlantic #Ocean #Beach #Island #River #Park

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 104 m • Maximum elevation: 21 m

#Bike #Melbourne #Philip

Distance: 62.7 mi • Elevation gain: 591 m • Maximum elevation: 158 m

#Bike #WasagaBeach #Orillia

Distance: 50.5 mi • Elevation gain: 450 m • Maximum elevation: 343 m

Bold Park. #Hiking #Loop #Bold #Perth

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 120 m • Maximum elevation: 76 m

Great Sandy National Park. #MTB #Loop #Sandy

Distance: 27.6 mi • Elevation gain: 582 m • Maximum elevation: 203 m

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve - Long Beach Unit. #Hiking #Loop #PacificRim

Distance: 2.0 mi • Elevation gain: 27 m • Maximum elevation: 45 m

#Hiking #Sydney

Distance: 6.7 mi • Elevation gain: 263 m • Maximum elevation: 85 m

Lake Huron. Georgian Bay. #Bike #Lake #Countryside #Town #Nature

Distance: 48.3 mi • Elevation gain: 320 m • Maximum elevation: 351 m

#Bike #Whiteshell #Kenora

Distance: 43.0 mi • Elevation gain: 577 m • Maximum elevation: 382 m

White Sands Walk. #Hiking #Hyams #Jervis

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 84 m • Maximum elevation: 22 m

Belcarra Regional Park. #Hiking #Loop #Belcarra

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 275 m • Maximum elevation: 150 m

Northfield Creek. Departure Bay. #Hiking #Running #BeachEstates

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 66 m • Maximum elevation: 68 m

Mountain Bike via Venice Beach, Santa Monica State Beach, Will Rogers State Beach and East Topanga Fire Road in Santa Monica National Mountains Recreation Area. #MTB #Beach #Mountain #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #City #Nature

Distance: 29.3 mi • Elevation gain: 589 m • Maximum elevation: 340 m

Loop hike from Lake Elmore to Elmore Mountain via Ridge Trail and Fire Tower Trail in the Elmore State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Lake #Forest #Park

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 461 m • Maximum elevation: 784 m

Hike from Memorial Boulevard to Lands End along Atlantic Coast via Marys Seat, Easton Bay, Breakers Observation Area, Gazebo at Anglesea, Belmont Beach, Sheep Point Cove, Sheep Point, Rough Point and Midship Rock. #Hiking #Walk #Nature #Coast #Sea #Atlantic #Ocean

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 46 m • Maximum elevation: 9 m

Hike along the West Coast Trail via Camper Bay, Cullite Cove, Logan Creek Bridge, Wallbran Creek Camp, Bonilla Creek, Carmanah Creek Camp, Cribs Creek Camp, Dare Point, Nitinat River, Tsuquadra Point Camp, Tsusiat Falls, Klanawa River, Tsocowis Creek Camp, Darling River Camp, Michigan Creek Camp, Pachena Point…

Distance: 42.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,832 m • Maximum elevation: 123 m

#Hiking #Loop

Distance: 6.9 mi • Elevation gain: 306 m • Maximum elevation: 199 m

#Bike

Distance: 65.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,294 m • Maximum elevation: 344 m

#Bike

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 240 m • Maximum elevation: 117 m

#Bike #Pacific #LosAngeles

Distance: 14.2 mi • Elevation gain: 14 m • Maximum elevation: 34 m

Twelve Apostles Marine National Park. #Hiking #TwelveApostles

Distance: 11.9 mi • Elevation gain: 471 m • Maximum elevation: 98 m

#Bike #Bournda #MimosaRocks

Distance: 71.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,019 m • Maximum elevation: 150 m

#Bike #Philip

Distance: 40.8 mi • Elevation gain: 522 m • Maximum elevation: 80 m

#Bike #Bradford #Wasaga Beach

Distance: 40.5 mi • Elevation gain: 330 m • Maximum elevation: 314 m

#Bike #Richer #Whiteshell

Distance: 55.0 mi • Elevation gain: 126 m • Maximum elevation: 340 m

Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. #Hiking #MTB #LeeuwinNaturaliste

Distance: 7.1 mi • Elevation gain: 342 m • Maximum elevation: 218 m

Wickaninnish Bay. Pacific Rim National Park Reserve - Long Beach Unit. #Hiking #Wickaninnish #PacificRim

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 69 m • Maximum elevation: 38 m

Phillip Burton Wilderness Area. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #Beach #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Lake #Forest #Nature

Distance: 11.0 mi • Elevation gain: 598 m • Maximum elevation: 186 m

Mountain Bike loop via Point Washington State Forest. #MTB #Loop #Atlantic #Ocean #Gulf #Sea #Forest #Nature #City

Distance: 11.7 mi • Elevation gain: 62 m • Maximum elevation: 18 m

Bike on the East Coast Greenway (ECG) along the Atlantic coast. #Bike #ECG #Altantic #Ocean #Sea

Distance: 7.6 mi • Elevation gain: 86 m • Maximum elevation: 19 m

Loop hike from James and Rosemary Nix Nature Center through the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park via Little Sycamore Canyon Trail, Serrano Ridge Viewpoint, Serrano Ridge Trail, Upper Laurel Trail, Laurel Canyon Trail and Stagecoach South Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness #Park #Canyon

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 372 m • Maximum elevation: 255 m

Hike in the Bommer Canyon via Bommer Meadow Trail, Nature Trail, Bommer Pass and West Fork Trail in the Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Forest

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 243 m • Maximum elevation: 307 m

Hike from Canyon Acres to Top of the World in the Aliso and Wook Canyons Wilderness Park. #Hiking #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Park #Pacific #Ocean #Sea

Distance: 1.2 mi • Elevation gain: 255 m • Maximum elevation: 312 m

Loop hike on the Car Wreck Trail from Alta Laguna Park via West Ridge Trail, Mathis Canyon Trail and Top of the World in the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness #Park #Pacific #Ocean #Sea

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 261 m • Maximum elevation: 312 m