Hiking Trail Trip Reports

“My favorite place! So pretty and easy hike. Can see snow caps of Loveland from here which makes for a great view. Lots of people but not terribly crowded. Highly recommend this location for any season.”

“Heavily trafficked but a nice combination of ups and downs. Small creek/river which was fun to cross in the cold... *sarcasm but also true. Great wildlife too”

“Beautiful sunsets”

“Short moderate hike. Nice views but heavily trafficked. Close to Bear Chase Brewery which is refreshing treat after the short hike. :)”

“Best in Austin”

“Great views of Red Cinder Cone. ”

“Very well maintained trail with clear markings. Had a great canopy to keep us cool on a 90 degree day in September. We did not see many people on the trail on a very crowded September weekend in Helen, GA. As other's have said, there aren't any spectacular lookouts but very peaceful and much of the time next to the babbling water of the creek which was soothing. At the turn around point, the Lodge offers water and very clean bathroom. ”

“The sunrise is always worth it. Get on the mountain before the herds of people come in at 8am!”

“Great little hike. Signage as noted by others is poor. We started at the lower parking area for Lower Maxwell Falls. The little yellow sign about a half mile in had no verbiage. The other two trails were as much a mystery as others said. Go straight as the arrow suggests. The little falls sign will elude you if your not watching. It’s on the right but you turn off left. Short little offshoot but a nice diversion. From there the rest is pleasant, until you finish the cliff loop and logically turn left to follow the river. NO SINGNAGE. A right (correct direction) arrow is etched in a tree if you look hard. A Nice trail to private property lures hikers left only to end up at do not enter signs. 😳 once you go slightly up and right on the correct trail you cross a familiar bridge, go about a mile and there you are, at the car. Pleasant just a directional challenge. You can’t really go very wrong as it’ll all get you there, somehow.”

“Good single track. It’s a 6 mile loop and my phone showed 550 feet of elevation gain. Fun running. Nothing too technical. Probably a blue square for mountain biking. Bikers go one way and hikers / runners go the other which is a great idea.”

“There are a lot of tourists, it’s a popular spot for your buses. So you can be with 30+ people or take the side trails that are much more quite and worth the view!”

“Been here on my bike a few times and always enjoyed the ride and exploring the old buildings, etc. Came today to walk the loop. I was kind of disappointed. Of course its summer's end and everything is dusty. That was expected. Facilities are lacking; no sinks at restrooms to wash-up. Only noticed one sign to educate the guests about flora/fauna. Only one three-person bench to rest on the entire 2.5 mile loop. Normally not a problem for most but how about kids and seniors who need to stop? Sit in the dirt if you please! The views from the cliffs are quite lovely but not enough to get me back. ”

“Went at sunset to avoid the crowds and enjoy the magical views of the mountain peaks and gorgeous pink skies”

“Very scenic, but definitely strenuous! No matter what direction the uphill will get our heat rate up. The middle section follows chestnut creek with many places to wade or sit in the cool waters for a soak. Mostly shaded the whole way makes it more comfortable. You need sure footing at the many cross along the creek. A great hike though!”

“Nice shaded hike. Lots of spurs. Felt like we were on the right trail.”

“Easy loop connecting to the Betasso Canyon Loop on one side and the Four Mile Link on the other”

“Well maintained. Easy access from Four Mile Canyon. Especially good on Wednesday and Saturday when bikes are not allowed”

“Hiked it today. The weather wasn’t as hot as we thought it would be. (Suppose to have been extremely hot). The hike was fairly easy However, the closer we got to lake the more midges surrounded us. They were everywhere We didn’t enjoy the hike as much as we should have. Maybe a return in the fall would go better.”

“Very easy trail. Frustrated with this app, though. I recorded the trail but it didn’t recognize it as the trail. So now I have a random recording not associated with this trail, and it’s asking me to be the first to hike this, when I’ve already completed it.”

“This trail was kind of hard to find, we ended up walking up a dirt road for 2 miles near the free parking thinking the trail head was up above. Reason I thought this was because of a description I read. It was a beautiful walk but considering the 2 miles spent there we couldn’t finish the actual trail. Which can be found through the bare wood to the left of the information sigh in the free parking area. Or the trail head can be found near the boat launch area. Despite the confusion the over all hike was pretty simple and absolutely beautiful in a dark sort of creepy way. I can’t wait to get the chance to return and finish the whole trail.”

“Foley Ridge was part of the Substitute burn... Eight percent of the trail burn area.”

“Enjoy a hike up the Canyon of the North Fork Tuolumne River. There’s outstanding mountain & river scenery. Wildflowers abound in the spring. The trail follows a narrow gauge lumber railroad grade. Cross-ties & steel rails remain along the right-of-way. The interesting history of the railroad is highlighted in plaques along the trail. Nature & history combine to create a terrific day-hike. Visit hikingthegoldenstate.com for additional details.”

“Beautiful views from top.”

“Great views.”

“Wonderful hike! This is a great loop trail ... challenges in trail finding and could be slippery if wet, but we had a great day. Very few people on this trail, and it is remote.”

“Hiked this trail during the Full Moon ranger led hike.Beautiful scenery during the sunset and during the full moon.”

“I always say I’m never doing this hike again, I’ve done it over 30 times and when up in the North Fork someone always wants to go hike it. This is the best hike and the view is amazing! So glad I decided to hike it “one more time” and I’m sure I’ll hike it another 30 times lol. But the crowds are bad during the day so we went at 6:00pm and we were able to get front row parking and not as many people on the trail, and not as many mosquitoes.”

“This was a lot of fun. It was hard and I had to stop a few times to catch my breathe due to the altitude, but it was great nonetheless. Spent 1.5hrs at Lake Marlette and then finished up the loop. Calves were a little beat up the next morning and the dog had some stiffness but we survived - so can you!”

“Honestly, you never know what you're going to run into within GG Park. It's awesome! You'll see bike riders, fish in the ponds, boat riding in the lake, there's even buffalo grazing in there. So easy to feel like you escaped the city, within the city.”

“We entered this trail from Joyce Trail. It was wonderful to hike with kids as it was mostly flat (once you got over the really steep start). Definitely want to hike this again.”

“Easy hike for new beginners to hiking. Shaded, steady climb, beautiful views, and nice people passing by. Watch out for bikers if you're not one to bike on trails. ”

“Hike up Winslow then down Barlow fire tower at the top”

“From Base at Grand Lake parking lot it was 4.9 miles each way. Spectacular view from top.”

“The best 3/10 of a mile hike anywhere. A must see if your in Grand Lake”

“A wonderful trail through forests of firs, ferns, flowers, and deep-green fauna. It was cloudy at the summit of Mary’s Peak so I couldn’t see the Cascades. About 4:40 round trip”

“Nice quick hike when you’re short on time.”

“We took ATVs out on Spruce Em Up Jack. Lots of fun!!!”

“This trail is so beautiful and well-maintained. Most of it is a wide, manmade pathway consisting of flat limestone or slate and concrete. The uphills alongside each waterfall are all stairways, also well-maintained. The waterfalls are breathtaking, cascading over beautiful shale ledges at different angles. I hiked it in July, and I imagine it's even more beautiful in the fall. The dogs and I walked to the trailhead from the house, and instead of hiking back on the trail I opted to walk across the Cornell campus and then down the hill to University Avenue. The trail is dog-friendly, but, as with all NY state parks, there are no trash bins provided, and you must pack out your dog's waste, so come prepared. When you complete hiking up the main leg of the trail, you emerge onto the Cornell campus on the edge of town, and Collegetown Bagels offers a convenient spot for lunch. The path continues to the south of the trolley bridge with a gentler grade on a crushed gravel path. Less dramatic scenery here, but a nice opportunity to catch your breath after all the stairways up, up, up.”

“We love Jocassee. One of our favorite places!”

“It’s easy until you get to the lookout. If you want to go down to the falls. the climb out will definitely make you work up a sweat.”

“Great hike, pretty Falls, and nice place to swim when you get to the falls.”

“Close to a waterfall and trails that run alongside the river. Very nice.”

“This trail is easy, even for beginners. It’s shaded and flat. Very relaxing walk to a pretty waterfall.”

“Nice relaxing walk.”

“Is this considered hiking? Lol”

“This is yet another inaccurate description on this app. According to Asheville, NC’s website, this trail gains over 6k in elevation. I believe it. My husband and I did this trail, and it took all day to go out and back. He believes it’s our hardest trail so far. I’m on the fence. Anyway, here are the stats according to the website: : This long, strenuous hiking trail leads from the Black Mountain Campground to the summit. Most of the trail is on USFS property. Climbs 3,600 ft. in 5.5 miles.”

“I’m not sure if this is supposed to be one of the the Tallulah Gorge Rim Trails, or if this is supposed to be the entire loop, but it is very inaccurate. There are so many steps/stairs, and if you want to go down to the gorge floor to see hurricane falls, you add about 1,000 more. I wish this app would update to include all trails or accurate names for the trails.”

“This a very interesting place to visit. Many great petroglyphs and very good views of the Sacramento Mountains to the East.”

“3+ hour hike, 3 falls, stunningly beautiful!”

“Beautiful trail. A little muddy but very peaceful.”

“This a very beautiful trail view a cool spring and great views of the Franklin Mountains.”

“Beautiful trail leads you down to the lake.”

“Beautiful east-west trail with lots of hills.”

“The trail is flat, gravel and in good condition. The street crossings all have lights which makes it nice Downside of the trail is that it's not all that scenic, running behind a lot of warehouses. On the south end, you do get a view of the water. It's a nice afternoon ride.”

“This is an intense hike. The first mile alternates flat meadows with moderate inclines. The second mile consists of moderate incline with very uneven terrain and narrow trail. The third mile consists of -very- steep inclines (scrambles) and switchbacks. You are essentially hiking straight up for three miles. I thought the hike to the lake was bad; the way back is almost worse. You have to watch every single step as a slick root or wet rock could land you flat on your back, or worse, down the side of the mountain. Trekking poles are highly recommended, pay attention to every step every time! The lake is very serene and a great place for peace and relaxation. There weren’t too many great views due to thick fog.”

“My pup and I love exploring here. It’s not well-marked but it’s a fun adventure.”

“Very clean and well marked. Love the book library at the trailhead.”

“1st mile is a steady incline to get up to the lake basin but it’s pretty mellow - long and not too steep switchbacks to get up to plateau. Lakes are beautiful and worth it! Go early to beat the crowds on weekends and holidays.”

“I was the only hiker on the trail in October. Theres a sign in and out log as you enter the trail.”

“We enjoy this trail when we don’t have much time. We park in the Pike Creek church lot on Polly Drummond Road. Be prepared to share the trail with mountain bikers.”

“A good hike with lots of rocks and roots. When we were on the all rock trail we couldn’t find the blazes so got off our route a bit. A good workout.”

“Well marked, very rocky, pretty muddy a couple days after a rain in June.”

“Very pretty along the water. We went in June 2019.”

“Muddy and some trees are down, but pretty along the water.”

“The extended version is overgrown and boring. The short Hemlock Gorge Trail by the water is beautiful.”

“Absolutely gorgeous. Parking is tough and they will tow your car. No cell reception so don’t get towed!”

“Beautiful!”

“Here again not much of a trail, more a road for WD. ”

“Not much of a trail. Sandy and gravely climb with good views of the Dona Ana Mountains.”

“Not much of a trail, more a sandy and gravely road . The views of the Dona Ana mountains are nice though.”

“July 4th, 2019”

“Great first hike!!”

“July 4th, 20019 Started out on the Red trail taking us around Miniwaska Lake and diverted up onto Blue trail headed up Lake Awosting. The overlooks were breathtaking. Beautiful hike”

“The re are of a healthy climb is a well thought out trail down on bike. Once on top ride the Helena Ridge for sweeping views and long straightaways. I chose to go down Emmitt’s Trail and it was challenging and fun.”

“The Norris Geyser Basin is the most geologically active area in the park, and the features do change from visit to visit. In fact, the trails themselves are altered due to the changes in thermal activity. Visiting in the early morning hours, you may be treated with howls from the Norris Wolf Pack, which is very eerie in the early morning chill. This particular visit to the area was in late September, and the wet snow and cold meant I had the whole trail to myself (thank you Goretex), and it only enhanced the hissing steam vents, burping mudpots, and belching geysers. Several routes can be chosen, and it's probably about three miles total on the trails.”

“Great place to see the Hermitage , home of president Andrew Jackson.”

“Have driven the Natchez Parkway from Nashville to Natchez MS. Nice countryside and many historic sites along the way.”

“Another easy walk to a beautiful old historic cabin in the woods.”

“Easy walk to a nice old historic cabin.”

“One of the most beautiful waterfalls in the park. The trail is a little long but well worth the hike.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed this trail. The views were spectacular!”

“This an easy trail through a nice wooded area. It had rain the night before and the trail was rather muddy in some places. The rock is a place for kids to climb upon.”

“Road trip to the trail may be better then the actual trail, but a short walk provides a great reward. ”

“Beautiful”

“Rough road but very good views of Broad Canyon and Tonuco Mountain”

“Great historic site with views of the stage coach ruins”

“Fort Bowie has some very good trails with good views of the ruins of the fort , a historic cemetery and good views of the surrounding mountains.”

“Pros: Easy, short, flat trail for a solitary walk Cons: Gate closed hours before sunset during peak hiking time of year; No scenery; No trail markings; Numerous dead end trail branches; Numerous fallen trees and fire brakes blocking trails”

“This area has a lot to offer. Nice scenery and 2 great old historic towns with many historic buildings and also good museums.”

“This was a super easy walk with beautiful cypress trees lining the way. They were also offering free guided canoe tours the day we went, so we couldn’t resist. One of our favorites!”

“Although this is a beautiful area, this trail doesn’t seem to be all that well maintained. A portion was also closed when we went, so we didn’t get to finish it.”

“This hike did have muddy parts, but overall it was a nice trail. The falls are beautiful. The hike isn’t strenuous, but you still need to pack enough water. You’re gonna break a sweat.”

“This trail is nice. There are nice bridges and rest spots on the trail.”

“This is a really nice trail with a stream running alongside the trail most of the way. The trail is well defined and relaxing.”

“There’s much to see and do in and around the Bear Valley Visitor Center before the hike. The Bear Valley Trail begins at the Visitor Center & ranks as one of the most popular trails in Point Reyes NS. It gently climbs up one shady valley & descends down another to the coast. Beautiful streams run beside the trail. Hikers break out into sunshine at the coast. The trail to Arch Rock is permanently closed but scenic Kelham Beach with its waterfall is the perfect alternative. For a video & information visit hikingthegoldenstate.com.”

“Wonderful!”

“trail 5 was very beautiful, this place is a very open and gorgeous place with a lot of cool trails and activities to do. the website also tells you what trails are hard and what trails are easy. i found trail 5 from a customer from work! she was definitely right about it being beautiful and calming. i would 100% recommend.”

“it was very peaceful, on the day me and my father went there wasn’t to many people we saw probably around 4. it was super calming and enjoyable. loved the feel of this place and on a good day the waterfall is very beautiful but if you go when its not raining as often the waterfall isn’t as strong. it’s a little magical hike, it feels like fairies live here. i strongly recommend this hike especially if you’re just beginning on hikes (like i am)”

“Love this trail! Good for families as well as a nice challenge for a quick day hike! Used to do this with the kids when they were little, now with my daughter’s dog and my pup! Love it!”

“Park at the Flume Visitor Center. The trail from there under the highway then it gets moderate. Not too long, about 1.5 miles to a great lookout/rocky cliff. Excellent views of foliage in the Fall. ”