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Oregon

Black Butte
in Deschutes National Forest

Central OR | Oregon | Trails Trail Rating:

Black Butte Trail Deschutes National Forest Camp Sherman Sisters Central Oregon Summit Hike

Black Butte is one of the most identifiable summits in Central Oregon. This conical volcano rises 3,000 feet over tapered terrain on the east side of the Cascade Mountains. Black Butte stands on its own and offers tremendous views over the surroundings including peaks in the Central Oregon Cascades to the north, west, and south. Grand views make Black Butte an ideal site for fire lookout... Read more.

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 1, 2016 Last updated: April 1, 2017

Oregon

West Metolius River Trail
in Deschutes National Forest

Central OR | Oregon | Trails Trail Rating:

West Metolius River Trail Deschutes National Forest Gushing Springs Metolius River Hike Wizard Falls Fish hatchery

For a relaxing and fascinating hike in Central Oregon, take an easy stroll along the Metolius River. Leaving Lower Canyon Creek Campground, West Metolius River Trail quickly passes fantastical springs where water gushes from a riverbank. Summer wildflowers line the dirt single track as you continue downriver past calms and rapids. Follow the lovely river for 2.5 miles to Wizard Falls Fish... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Camp Sherman · Cascade Range · Deschutes National Forest · Fish Hatchery · Free Trails · Sisters
Distance: 5.4 miles · Elevation change: 100 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 26, 2016 Last updated: December 21, 2017

Oregon

Lower Canyon Creek Campground
in Deschutes National Forest

Campgrounds | Central OR | Oregon

Lower Canyon Creek Campground Deschutes National Forest Metolius River Camp Sherman Oregon

Seven sites are spread below ponderosa pines on a loop in Lower Canyon Creek Campground. This small and spacious campground is located in Deschutes National Forest near Camp Sherman and Sisters, Oregon. The campground borders the confluence of Canyon Creek and the Metolius River. Hikers can leave the campground on West Metolius River Trail to hike a short distance to a surprising springs... Read more.

Tagged with · Camp Sherman · Cascade Range · Creeks · Deschutes National Forest · Tent Camping

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 26, 2016 Last updated: January 2, 2018

Oregon

Eagle Creek Trail to Punchbowl Falls
in Columbia River Gorge

Columbia River Gorge | Oregon | Trails Trail Rating:

Punchbowl Falls Hike Eagle Creek Trail Metlako Falls Viewpoint Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Oregon

Fantastic waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, charming cascades, and handsome forests entertain hikers on the first couple miles of Eagle Creek Trail. Venture up a scenic canyon on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge near Cascade Locks, following the tumbling water of Eagle Creek. Trek under and across steep cliffs that place cascades in your path. A short spur off Eagle Creek Trail leads... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Cascade Locks · Cascade Range · Closed · Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area · Fish Hatchery · Waterfalls
Distance: 4.55 miles · Elevation change: 400 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 24, 2016 Last updated: August 29, 2019

New York

Cascade Mountain and Porter Mountain
in the Adirondack Mountains

Adirondacks | New York | Trails Trail Rating:

Cascade Mountain Trail Porter Mountain Trail Adirondack Mountains New York hike

Southeast of Lake Placid, you'll find a popular hike to a pair of scenic summits. Cascade Mountain (4,098 feet) and Porter Mountain (4,059 feet) are the thirty-sixth and thirty-eighth tallest peaks in the Adirondack Mountains and are members of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks. Cascade and Porter are two of the easiest High Peaks to reach, thanks to maintained trails and a relatively manageable... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Adirondack High Peaks · Adirondack Mountains · Adirondack Park · Free Trails · Lake Placid · Summits
Distance: 6.2 miles · Elevation change: 1925 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 18, 2016 Last updated: September 9, 2019

Colorado

Emerald Lake, Dream Lake, and Nymph Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park

Colorado | Rocky Mountain NP | Trails Trail Rating:

Emerald Lake Trail Nymph Lake Dream Lake Emerald Lake Rocky Mountain National Park Bear Lake to Emerald Lake Hike Colorado

Emerald Lake Trail visits a trio of beautiful mountain lakes in Rocky Mountain National Park, easing past Nymph Lake and Dream Lake on the way to Emerald Lake, which is cradled below 12,000-foot peaks along the Continental Divide. This three-lake hike is 3.6 miles round trip with 650 feet of elevation change. This scenic hike begins from Bear Lake Trailhead, where a fourth lake can added to... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Continental Divide · Lakes · National Parks · Rocky Mountains
Distance: 3.6 miles · Elevation change: 650 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 13, 2016 Last updated: September 11, 2019

Colorado

Bear Lake Nature Trail
in Rocky Mountain National Park

Colorado | Rocky Mountain NP | Trails Trail Rating:

Bear Lake Nature Trail Rocky Mountain National Park Bear Lake Loop Hike Colorado Bear Lake Trail

To explore an area of lake-filled basins below the Continental Divide, follow Bear Lake Road into the center of Rocky Mountain National Park. Several trails leave from Bear Lake Trailhead, including a three-lake trek to Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake. For something shorter, the 2/3 of a mile long stroll around Bear Lake has lots of appeal. Bear Lake Nature Trail passes numerous... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Lakes · National Parks · Nature Trails · Rocky Mountains
Distance: 0.65 miles · Elevation change: 60 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 13, 2016 Last updated: April 1, 2017

Colorado

Rattlesnake Gulch Trail
in Eldorado Canyon State Park

Colorado | Trails Trail Rating:

Rattlesnake Gulch Trail hike Eldorado Canyon State Park Boulder Colorado

Eldorado Canyon State Park preserves a truly golden section of the Rocky Mountain Foothills near Boulder, Colorado. Its pointed cliffs framing South Boulder Creek are a playground for climbers. Hikers have a lot to enjoy as well, like Rattlesnake Gulch Trail, which is scenic and attraction-packed, covering 3.8 miles on a lollipop loop. The hike takes a moderate route up the side of... Read more.

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OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Boulder · Colorado State Parks · Eldorado State Park · Ruins
Distance: 3.8 miles · Elevation change: 985 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: October 6, 2016 Last updated: April 23, 2017

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