1) Yosemite
Topping the list is one of the nation's most well known parks. Located in Eastern California, Yosemite is home to over 800 miles of trails. Hiking trails show off the National Park's waterfalls, 100+ lakes, giant sequoias, and mountains.
2) Grand Canyon
While many travel to the Grand Canyon to take in the views from the top of the rim, few take advantage of the countless hiking trails. The trails allow hikers to see the canyon from the bottom, something few people get to experience.
3) Glacier National Park
This National Park is located in Northern Montana. The park offers hikers trails that stretch for 700 miles and consist of both rugged mountains and lush forests. Unlike Yosemite and the Grand Canyon, hikers will not find large crowds at Glacier National Park.
4) Yellowstone
One of the nation's first and largest National Parks, Yellowstone encompasses 2.2 million acres. The park has 900+ miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to difficult making it a great hiking location for everyone!
5) Denali National Park
Located in Alaska, Denali is a prime destination for hikers seeking a unique experience. The park is almost equivalent to the size of Vermont. There aren't many maintained trails in Denali. It is hiking in its rawest form, although there are a couple marked trails near the park entrance for all to enjoy.
6) Great Smokey Mountains
You won't get the ruggedness of other mountain ranges here, that doesn't mean you won't find scenic views. With over 800 miles of trails, the Great Smokey Mountains offer hiking year round due to their Southern location.
7) Adirondacks
A place near and dear to my heart, upstate New York is home to some of the best hiking in the nation. The Adirondacks are home to 46 different peak trails which means hikers will see a new view with every hike. There are over 2,000 miles of trails in the region.
8) Acadia National Park
The National Park, located in Maine, offers a variety of different hikes for visitors. All trails lead to rugged land that appears to have been untouched by man. There are 125 miles of trails in the park from forest trails to coastal.
9) Sedona
In Sedona, trails will lead you through miles of red rock canyons and mountains. Many hikers come to this area of Arizona to experiences the vortexes. These vortexes are said to balance your spirit, making any hike in Sedona unforgettable.
10) Colombia River Gorge
Last but not least on the list is the Colombia River Gorge. This area of Washington and Oregon stretches for 80 miles with many trails for hikers to experience. The Pacific Northwest regions offer hikers a variety of hiking conditions along the nation's second largest river.
