Trails and campgrounds across America

Most of the trails on hikespeak.com are in California, but if you’re traveling to another state, there are lots of cool places to visit. Pick a state above to begin exploring. You will find information on some of America’s exceptional national parks: Arches, Badlands, Canyonlands, Glacier, Hawai‘i Volcanoes, Indiana Dunes, Mount Rainier, Rocky Mountain, Yellowstone, and Zion.

Select a States

Trails and attractions outside California

Still searching?

Find campgrounds for your trip with the Campground Finder
Browse trails by location, lenght, and feature with the Hike Finder

hikespeak

Latest reports outside California (page 22)

Indiana

Dunewood Campground
in Indiana Dunes National Park

Campgrounds | Indiana Dunes | Indiana

Indiana Dunes National Park Camping Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore camping Dunewood Campground

Indiana Dunes National Park protects 15,000 acres of lakefront, dunes, bogs, and marshes on the edge of Lake Michigan in northeastern Indiana. Dunewood Campground is the principal campground in the park with 78 sites (53 drive-up sites and 25-walk-in sites). The first-come first-serve campground is open seasonally from April to October. A drive-up site at Dunewood Campground Sites... Read more.

By: Seth Smigelski Published: January 25, 2012 Last updated: October 8, 2024

Idaha

Inferno Cone Trail
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

Craters of the Moon | Idaho | Trails Trail Rating:

Inferno Cone Trail Craters of the Moon National Monument Idaho cinder cone hike

Inferno Cone Trail is a short but steep path up the cinder cone at the center of the scenic loop drive in Crater of the Moon National Monument. This 6,181-foot summit provides a panoramic view of the surrounding volcanic landscape. Inferno Cone Trail is just half a mile round trip with 160 feet of elevation gain. The killer overview of Craters of the Moon is well worth the effort. As... Read more.

OK! Add to trails I’ve hiked
OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Cinder Cones · Lava · Summits
Distance: 0.5 miles · Elevation change: 160 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 21, 2011 Last updated: January 15, 2024

Idaha

Caves Trail
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

Craters of the Moon | Idaho | Trails Trail Rating:

Caves Trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho, A hike above and below the surface of a lava flow exploring Indian Tunnel, Dewdrop Cave, Boy Scout Cave, and Beauty Cave - lava tube, lava cave, lava tunnel hiking

One of the coolest things to do anywhere there are lava flows is hike through lava tubes. This makes Caves Trail the most exciting hike in Craters of the Moon National Monument. The 1.6-mile hike visits four lava tubes, that each provide a unique experience. A sign at the trailhead explains: The Craters of the Moon landscape is more than just surface volcanic features. Below ground there... Read more.

OK! Add to trails I’ve hiked
OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Caves · Lava · Lava Tubes
Distance: 1.6 miles · Elevation change: 75 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 20, 2011 Last updated: January 15, 2024

Idaha

Lava Flow Campground
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

Campgrounds | Craters of the Moon | Idaho

Camping Craters of the Moon National Monument Lava Flow Campground Idaho camp

If you are planning to stay overnight at Craters of the Moon National Monument, you are in luck. A 51-site campground is located near the park entrance. Accommodations are scarce around Craters of the Moon, so it's a good thing the campground is there. If your flashlight runs out of batteries, you'll have to drive 18 miles to the small town of Arco to pick up supplies. Lava Flow... Read more.

Tagged with · Arco · Lava · Tent Camping

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 20, 2011 Last updated: October 8, 2024

Washington

Skyline Trail to Panorama Point
in Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier | Trails | Washington Trail Rating:

Skyline Trail Mount Rainier National Park hike Washington Paradise Panorama Point Skyline Trail Loop

Is there a better hike in Mount Rainier National Park than Skyline Trail? The hike begins from Paradise, a perfectly named destination on the southern slope of Mount Rainier. Loop up to Panorama Point, a stunning viewpoint that is about as close to the summit of Rainier as you can get without an ice ax. The trail passes snowfields, streams, waterfalls, and fields of alpine flowers. On a... Read more.

OK! Add to trails I’ve hiked
OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Cascade Range · National Parks · Wildflowers
Distance: 5.5 miles · Elevation change: 1625 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 4, 2011 Last updated: December 21, 2017

Washington

Camping in and around
Mount Rainier National Park

Campgrounds | Mount Rainier | Washington

Camping Mount Rainier National Park campgrounds Washington

Mount Rainier National Park has three main campgrounds with over 450 campsites. The campgrounds are located in the southwest, southeast, and northeast corners of the park near the most popular hiking areas. Backcountry camping is also an option, by permit only. Visit the official Mount Rainier National Park camping page for more information. Campgrounds in Mount Rainier National... Read more.

Tagged with · Cascade Range · National Parks · Tent Camping · Wenatche National Forest

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 3, 2011 Last updated: December 21, 2017

Washington

Mount Fremont Lookout
in Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier | Trails | Washington Trail Rating:

Mount Fremount Lookout Trail Mount Rainier National Park hike Washington Sunrise Frozen Lake Sourdough Ridge trek

Mount Fremont houses the nearest fire lookout tower to Mount Rainier. On a clear day, the lookout promises some of the park's best views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding Cascade Mountains. The 6-mile round trip hike from the Sunrise Lodge and Visitor Center to Mount Fremont Lookout is exceptionally scenic and fulfilling, with 800 feet of elevation gain. Lupines in the field above... Read more.

OK! Add to trails I’ve hiked
OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Cascade Range · Lookout Towers · National Parks · Summits
Distance: 6 miles · Elevation change: 800 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 3, 2011 Last updated: December 21, 2017

Washington

Naches Peak Loop Trail
in Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier | Trails | Washington Trail Rating:

Naches Peak Loop Trail Mount Rainier National Park hiking Washington wildflower hike

The bloom of wildflowers on Naches Peak Loop is the #1 draw to this trail. An extraordinary carpet of purple lupines and other colorful flowers appearing along this trail each summer. The fact that Naches Peak Loop stands out among other trails in Mount Rainier National Park, which has lots of great places to see wildflowers, tells you that this trail is something special. The 3.75-mile... Read more.

OK! Add to trails I’ve hiked
OK! Add to trails I want to hike Tagged with · Cascade Range · Lakes · National Parks · Pacific Crest Trail · Wenatche National Forest · Wildflowers
Distance: 3.75 miles · Elevation change: 575 feet

By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 2, 2011 Last updated: December 21, 2017

← Older Entries Newer Entries →

Username
Password

	Remember me
Sign Up	Lost your password?