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- One of my favorite short hikes is to the Ramsey Cascades in the Great Smokey Mountains. The trailhead is just a few miles north of the main entrance to the National Park on the west side. This is a moderately easy hike, about 8 miles round trip through deep forest following a beautiful stream.
- I love it all over the Canadian Rockies from Glacier NP in Montana to Banff and Jasper in Alberta.
- For the really great trek check out the West Coast Trail in British Columbia. They say - "The West Coast Trail (WCT) is a coastal wilderness component of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. It has the reputation of being on of the most grueling treks in North America. It is isolated, strenuous, physically challenging and potentially hazardous." It is also extremely rewarding due to the spectacular scenery and unique setting.
- Locally (Missouri Ozarks), the Hercules Glades Wilderness is an area I often revisit. There are miles of interconnected trails with a lot of up and down. There are several stream crossings to be encountered, but most are dry during summer months. Bull Creek cannot be crossed without a boat unless you swim. It is a major tributary to Bull Shoals Lake. Trails travel through pine and oak forest, across grassy glades, and over rocky knobs with a view.
- I found my limits on this one. The hike to Angels Landing in Zion National Park. About 2 hours up to a fantastic view of Zion Canyon. This is not for those with weak knees or the faint of heart. It has steep switchbacks that are somewhat strenuous, but the narrow climb to the top that is really a test of your will to get to the there. One slip can send you down a 1500 foot shear cliff on either side of the trail. Much of the trail is paved until you get to a junction where you can go to Angels Landing or take the longer East Rim Trail.
- Devil's Den State Park is about 25 miles south of Fayetteville, Arkansas. The one
big trail is the Butterfield Hiking Trail (BHT). This is a 15 mile loop that
can be done in one long day if you're so inclined. However, it was designed for an
overnight stay at one of the two camps along the trail. The BHT is well maintained
and well marked and also has a large number of special features along the trail or just a
short distance from the main trail. It also has many intersecting trails and
backroads. Some of these are used for mountain biking and some for horseback.
There are a several short trails that are pleasurable for the whole family. These can be used for 30 minute walks to a 3 hour hike with a 300 foot change in elevation. The Devil's Den Trail includes a number of special features such as historical homesites and 550 foot long Devil's Den Cave. Be sure to bring at least one light source for each person in your party. Another is the Lee Creek Trail which is the only designated creek trail in Arkansas (bring your creek shoes). This park also has excellent camping facilities.
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