National Trails Day: The Greatest Trails in the US

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To celebrate National Trails Day, we've compiled a list of the 10 greatest trails to hike in the U.S. As many of you will likely spend this day enjoying the great outdoors, may your thoughts remain clear, your feet blisterless, your knives sharp, and your camping gear dry. See you on the trail!
Snowmass Creek Trail
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Located near Aspen, Colorado, this trail traverses 8.5 miles to the picturesque Maroon Lake.
Franconia Ridge Trail
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Part of the mammoth-sized Appalachian trail, Franconia Ridge Trial is an 8.9 mile loop in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
Honey Creek Loop
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A 5.6 mile trail located near Allardt, Tennessee includes a stunning waterfall.
Angel's Landing
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This thrilling hike in Zion National Park traverses narrow rock fins and provides magnificent views of one of the United States' most popular national parks.
Long Trail
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This 272-mile trail stretches the entire state of Vermont.
Appalachian Trail
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The trail of all trails, this 3+ month hike stretches 2,168 miles from Georgia to Maine.
Williams Lake Trail
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A short 2-mile hike to Williams Lake and 2 miles back, this New Mexico Trail provides stunning lake and mountain views.
Jacks River Falls Trail
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Jacks River Falls winds and wades 16.3 miles through the Cohutta Wilderness in Georgia. Dress appropriately, as this hike will leave your gear filled with water.
Hayduke Trail
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From Arches National Park to the Grand Canyon, this 812 mile hike gives you the best of southern Utah and Northern Arizona.
Pacific Crest Trail
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Longer than the Appalachian Trail at 2,663 miles, this trail traverses the three west coast states from the U.S.-Mexico border to the U.S.-Canada border.
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