Summit County GPS tracks

The hike to Oyster Dome is a rewarding journey through the serene Blanchard State Forest. The route begins with steady switchbacks, winding through a lush canopy of Douglas fir, maple, and cedar, offering moments of tranquility punctuated by expansive views over Samish Bay. Upon reaching the rocky summit,…

Distance: 10.0 Km • Elevation gain: 606 m • Maximum elevation: 604 m

The South Ridge Trail to Tahquitz Peak offers hikers an invigorating ascent through a dense pine and oak forest, with expansive views of Idyllwild, Suicide Rock, and Lily Rock emerging as you climb. As you gain elevation, the trail opens up to breathtaking vistas of the San Jacinto Mountains, offering glimpses…

Distance: 10.6 Km • Elevation gain: 698 m • Maximum elevation: 2,667 m

The Dirty Harry's Peak Trail offers a vigorous and rewarding hike through the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Natural Resources Conservation Area. The route begins by climbing steadily through dense forests, eventually breaking into rocky terrain with expansive views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. From the…

Distance: 12.8 Km • Elevation gain: 1,081 m • Maximum elevation: 1,392 m

The Snow Lake Trail offers a scenic and moderate hike with expansive views of both lush forests and striking mountain landscapes. Hikers are treated to vistas of the sparkling blue waters of Snow Lake, framed by the towering peaks of Chair Peak and other nearby summits, which provide a stunning backdrop…

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 520 m • Maximum elevation: 1,324 m

The Timpooneke Trail to the summit of Mount Timpanogos offers an awe-inspiring hike through diverse landscapes, starting in lush forests and gradually transitioning into alpine meadows and rocky terrain. Along the route, hikers can enjoy expansive views of the Wasatch Mountains, the distant valley below, and…

Distance: 11.4 Km • Elevation gain: 1,470 m • Maximum elevation: 3,559 m

The Watchman Overlook Trail provides a moderate hike with rewarding views of iconic landmarks in the park. As you ascend from the Visitor Center, the trail offers vistas of the Virgin River and surrounding peaks like The Watchman, West Temple, and Bridge Mountain. The summit presents a dramatic overlook of…

Distance: 4.9 Km • Elevation gain: 288 m • Maximum elevation: 1,356 m

The Cholla Trail to the summit of Camelback Mountain offers a captivating yet demanding hiking experience, with diverse terrain ranging from gentle slopes to challenging rock scrambles as you approach the peak. The trail provides stunning views of the Phoenix cityscape and surrounding desert landscapes,…

Distance: 2.2 Km • Elevation gain: 360 m • Maximum elevation: 792 m

The Piestewa Peak Summit Trail offers hikers a challenging and rewarding journey to one of the most iconic viewpoints in the Phoenix area. As you ascend, you’ll encounter a mix of steep rock steps, narrow stairways, and a few scrambles, making the hike both physically demanding and invigorating. At the…

Distance: 3.9 Km • Elevation gain: 324 m • Maximum elevation: 758 m

The hike to Mount Baden-Powell offers an impressive ascent through diverse landscapes. Along the way, hikers are treated to expansive views of the high desert to the north and the southern San Gabriels, as well as the picturesque ridgelines leading to the summit. Notable features of the hike include the…

Distance: 6.1 Km • Elevation gain: 857 m • Maximum elevation: 2,854 m

The Bear Mountain Trail offers a challenging and scenic hike, ideal for experienced hikers looking for stunning views and rugged terrain. As you ascend, you'll be treated to expansive vistas of the Sedona area, with sights of iconic landmarks like Fay Canyon, Wilson Mountain, and the Verde Valley. The…

Distance: 7.5 Km • Elevation gain: 643 m • Maximum elevation: 1,962 m

The Wheeler Peak Summit Trail offers an invigorating and scenic journey through the rugged terrain of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Starting with lush forests and alpine meadows, hikers are gradually rewarded with expansive views of Williams Lake and the surrounding wilderness before tackling the challenging…

Distance: 6.6 Km • Elevation gain: 883 m • Maximum elevation: 3,984 m

The Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte offers a stunning and challenging hike through the Great Smoky Mountains. Starting with gentle inclines through lush forest, highlights include crossing Alum Cave Creek, the natural arch of Arch Rock, and panoramic views from Inspiration Point. Beyond the iconic Alum Cave…

Distance: 19.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,206 m • Maximum elevation: 1,994 m

Hiking the White Butte Highpoint Trail offers a chance to experience the raw beauty of North Dakota's rugged badlands and rolling prairies. The trail takes you past the iconic white cliffs of the butte, leading to a summit with sweeping views of the surrounding farmland, distant rock formations, and on clear…

Distance: 2.6 Km • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 1,063 m

The Sugarloaf Mountain Loop Trail provides a rewarding hike through a lush forest canopy. As you ascend, you will encounter impressive rock outcroppings and an evolving landscape that transitions into wooden stairs as you near the summit. At the top, the panoramic views encompass the vastness of Lake Superior,…

Distance: 1.8 Km • Elevation gain: 81 m • Maximum elevation: 310 m

The hike to Black Balsam Knob is a favorite for its sweeping views and unique, treeless balds that stretch along the ridge. As you ascend, grassy fields and open skies create an almost alpine atmosphere, with uninterrupted 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding you at the summit. Whether you…

Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 102 m • Maximum elevation: 1,886 m

The Looking Glass Rock Trail offers an engaging and moderately strenuous hike with spectacular mountain views. Starting near a gentle stream, the path leads through lush rhododendron and laurel tunnels, eventually bringing you to a rocky clearing used as a helicopter pad. From there, the trail climbs further…

Distance: 9.7 Km • Elevation gain: 543 m • Maximum elevation: 1,192 m

The Mount Moosilauke Loop offers a rewarding hiking experience with diverse terrains and stunning views throughout the journey. Hikers will traverse rocky paths through dense forest, with occasional views opening up to alpine landscapes as they approach the summit. At the top, panoramic vistas stretch across…

Distance: 11.9 Km • Elevation gain: 731 m • Maximum elevation: 1,458 m

The Mount Major Trail and Brook Trail Loop offers an enjoyable and scenic hike suitable for most skill levels. The route features breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the White Mountains from the summit, with opportunities to admire the lush forest, rocky outcroppings, and interesting…

Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 344 m • Maximum elevation: 539 m

The Mount Monadnock Loop offers a diverse hiking experience with a combination of challenging rock scrambles and scenic views. The ascent via the White Dot Trail is steep and demanding, with plenty of rocky terrain, while the White Cross Trail provides a somewhat gentler but still rugged descent, featuring…

Distance: 6.4 Km • Elevation gain: 529 m • Maximum elevation: 948 m

The Welch-Dickey Loop Trail offers a diverse hiking experience, taking hikers through scenic woodlands, rocky outcrops, and granite slabs. As you ascend to the summits of Welch and Dickey Mountains, you'll encounter expansive views of surrounding peaks, including Sandwich Mountain, Mount Weetamoo, and parts of…

Distance: 6.8 Km • Elevation gain: 520 m • Maximum elevation: 822 m

The Mount Willard Trail provides an accessible yet rewarding hike with exceptional views. As you ascend, you pass through a fragrant forest, encountering small waterfalls and serene pools before reaching a rocky, steeper section that leads to the summit. At the top, the panoramic vista of Crawford Notch and…

Distance: 5.1 Km • Elevation gain: 301 m • Maximum elevation: 849 m

The Mount Lafayette Loop is a challenging and rewarding hike, offering some of the most stunning views in the region. Starting at the Falling Waters Trail, the hike begins with a steep ascent through the forest, passing several picturesque waterfalls. The real highlight, however, comes as you reach the…

Distance: 13.2 Km • Elevation gain: 1,118 m • Maximum elevation: 1,582 m

The Stowe Pinnacle Trail is a moderately challenging hike offering beautiful views of Vermont's Green Mountains. As hikers ascend through dense forests, the route rewards with striking vistas of Mount Mansfield, Camel's Hump, and the Worcester Range from the summit's rocky outcrop. The last stretch becomes…

Distance: 5.4 Km • Elevation gain: 319 m • Maximum elevation: 783 m

The Bald Mountain and Artist's Bluff Trail Loop offers hikers a scenic and moderately challenging adventure. The route showcases exceptional views of Echo Lake, Cannon Mountain, and the surrounding Franconia Notch peaks, especially from the Artist's Bluff lookout, where the fall foliage reflects beautifully in…

Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 122 m • Maximum elevation: 696 m

The Mount Tecumseh Trail offers a scenic yet challenging route through dense woodlands, with distinct shifts in landscape as hikers ascend. Starting with a gentle, moss-covered forest floor and occasional streams, the trail becomes steeper as it winds through fir and spruce trees, offering occasional glimpses…

Distance: 7.7 Km • Elevation gain: 660 m • Maximum elevation: 1,197 m

The Haystack Mountain Trail offers a moderately challenging route that leads hikers through a mix of hardwood and evergreen forests before reaching a scenic summit. From the top, the panoramic views extend over Deerfield Valley, Haystack Pond, Harriman Reservoir, and distant peaks like Mount Monadnock and…

Distance: 6.8 Km • Elevation gain: 295 m • Maximum elevation: 1,028 m

The hike to Preacher's Rock is a moderately challenging trek that offers an impressive payoff with its expansive views. Along the route, hikers will encounter rocky terrain, root-laden paths, and sharp switchbacks as they ascend towards the summit of Big Cedar Mountain. At Preacher's Rock, the view stretches…

Distance: 3.2 Km • Elevation gain: 136 m • Maximum elevation: 1,074 m

The hike to Blood Mountain offers a fantastic immersion into the serene beauty of North Georgia's mountainous landscape. Along the route, hikers are treated to dense, moss-filled forests, rocky outcrops, and breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, where one can gaze out over the Blue Ridge Mountains. The…

Distance: 6.7 Km • Elevation gain: 429 m • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m

The Amicalola Falls Loop is a captivating hike offering a mix of natural beauty and a moderate challenge. Starting along a bubbling creek, the trail leads to the park's famed waterfall, with cascading views, lush surroundings, and 600 steps that ascend toward the falls' summit​. Hikers can also enjoy…

Distance: 3.4 Km • Elevation gain: 265 m • Maximum elevation: 779 m

The Indian Seats Loop Trail offers a remarkable hiking experience, combining natural beauty with a rich cultural history. As you ascend, you'll be rewarded with expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and on clear days, distant peaks like Yonah Mountain and Brasstown Bald become visible. At the summit,…

Distance: 5.6 Km • Elevation gain: 158 m • Maximum elevation: 496 m

The Mount Yonah Trail presents a rewarding hike for those prepared for a challenge. As you ascend through lush forests of hardwoods and pines, you’ll encounter rocky outcroppings and steep sections, with the ultimate payoff being breathtaking panoramic views from the summit. From here, hikers can enjoy…

Distance: 7.3 Km • Elevation gain: 477 m • Maximum elevation: 951 m

The hike to Mount Pisgah is a rewarding journey with iconic views. As you ascend, Pulpit Rock provides a dramatic viewpoint perched hundreds of feet above the stunning Lake Willoughby, framed by the rugged cliffs of nearby Mount Hor. The summit reveals panoramic vistas that stretch across the Northeast…

Distance: 7.4 Km • Elevation gain: 710 m • Maximum elevation: 831 m

The Camel’s Hump Loop offers hikers a rewarding climb through dense forests, rugged alpine terrain, and open summit views. Starting on the Forest City Trail, hikers pass remnants of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp before joining the Long Trail, where views open up to showcase Vermont’s high peaks, the…

Distance: 8.9 Km • Elevation gain: 699 m • Maximum elevation: 1,223 m

The Burrows Trail leading to Camel's Hump offers a captivating hike through diverse landscapes, starting in a protected forest with serene streams and birdsong. As you ascend, the trail becomes steeper, weaving through birch and spruce forests that gradually give way to stunning, expansive views once you near…

Distance: 7.8 Km • Elevation gain: 679 m • Maximum elevation: 1,223 m

The Stowe Pinnacle Trail offers an invigorating hike through a lush Vermont forest, leading to a rocky summit with expansive 360-degree views. From the peak, you can observe distant mountains like Camel’s Hump and Mount Mansfield, along with the sweeping Worcester Range. The trail is a mix of steep, rocky…

Distance: 5.4 Km • Elevation gain: 458 m • Maximum elevation: 783 m

The Sunset Ridge Trail to the summit of Mount Mansfield provides a challenging and rewarding hiking experience, offering expansive views of Vermont’s landscape. As you ascend through dense forests and rocky stretches, the trail opens up to panoramic vistas, where you can catch sight of distant valleys and…

Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 801 m • Maximum elevation: 1,332 m

This loop hike in Catoctin Mountain Park offers a dynamic journey through diverse terrain, highlighting Maryland’s scenic views and rock formations. Starting at Chimney Rock, hikers can enjoy panoramic views over the Piedmont and continue through forested trails to Wolf Rock and Thurmont Vista, where vistas…

Distance: 14.4 Km • Elevation gain: 492 m • Maximum elevation: 506 m

The Overlook Mountain hike in New York’s Catskill region is a rewarding journey blending natural beauty with historic intrigue. Hikers ascend through a steady, forested path leading to the eerie ruins of the Overlook Mountain House, an abandoned hotel whose concrete remains invite exploration and reflection.…

Distance: 7.4 Km • Elevation gain: 422 m • Maximum elevation: 943 m

The hike along the Cascade Mountain Trail to both Cascade and Porter Mountains offers a rewarding experience with breathtaking views of the surrounding Adirondack peaks and Lake Champlain. The well-maintained trail features a gradual ascent with rocky sections that culminate in stunning panoramic vistas from…

Distance: 9.6 Km • Elevation gain: 668 m • Maximum elevation: 1,226 m

The Wolf Rock and Chimney Rock Loop is a scenic, moderate hike that offers a blend of rocky terrain and breathtaking vistas. As you journey through dense hardwood forests, you'll encounter two major rock formations: Wolf Rock, a vast rocky ridge, and Chimney Rock, a prominent outcrop that provides panoramic…

Distance: 6.2 Km • Elevation gain: 253 m • Maximum elevation: 464 m