Ready for your next adventure? Believe it or not, an out-of-this-world trip might not be too far from your own backyard. Hiking trails across the United States from Arizona to Alaska offer easy access to some of the most incredible views on earth. Today, we’re highlighting five stand-out trails that are designed for weekend warriors looking to pack big experiences into limited amounts of time. So what are you waiting for? Pack your duffle, grab your gear, and hit the trail for an action-packed getaway.
Ewoldsen Trail, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Climb the highs and lows of California’s diverse topography on Ewoldsen Trail in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. Take the serene McWay Creek into deep redwood groves and through grassy valleys for an enjoyable 5-mile roundtrip hike. The costal mountaintops offer picture-perfect views of the Pacific, and cements this trail as one of the best day hikes in Big Sur.
USA Pacific coast landscape, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, California. haveseen/Shutterstock
