Beauty and Challenge: Find Them Both While Hiking
Written by George Kalel on August 19th, 2008Our world is home to many wonderful places, including some of the best places to hike. You can see many of them by other means, including by donkey, by train, or by helicopter. For those who enjoy a quiet walk, or real physical challenges, get up close and personal with nature by taking a hike. Hiking can open your mind to worlds of adventure you never knew existed! So give me your attention as I address some of the best places to hike in the world!
Here in the United States, one of the best places to hike is in Appalachia. The Appalachian Trail stretches over 2,175 miles. Fourteen different states are covered by this trail. Myriad different types of scenery engulf the various trails along the way. Be among the four million visitors here who get to see the splendor! This location will have you entranced at the natural beauty, whether you came for that or the exercise. Gorges, rivers, and even waterfalls can be found here. Appalachian Trail has many water related vistas including trails along the Potomac in Virginia, the Penobscot River in Maine, and the Ipswich River in Maryland.
The Pacific Crest Trail, which stretches from Mexico to Canada, is a 2,650 mile trek for serious hikers. Part of this trail etches its way through California, Oregon, and Washington. This is one of the best places to hike on the West Coast! This trail is known for its difficulty as well as its astonishing landscapes. From valleys, cliffs, mountains, meadows and deserts, it has it all! If you plan on hiking here, you had better train for the terrain. This course is difficult even for athletic types. Should you decide on this strenuous trail, the work will not be in vain, as you will experience nature like never before!
For a different hiking experience, Florida trail is a great option. This 1,400 mile trail encompasses some of the most beautiful habitats in the world. This is a great choice for the less physical hikers, as most of it is on flat ground. With less of a challenge, you can enjoy the great abundance of flora along this trail.
Across the ocean, lie some of the best places to hike. In merry old England, one option is Hasting Country Park. Cliffs, woodlands, and heaths share this trail with an abundance of coastline. You can even hunt for prehistoric fossils in the cliffs that populate Hastings. For history buffs, it?s a don?t miss!
If greenness gets you going, then do not miss Connemara in Ireland. The Emerald Isle comes alive before your eyes as you hike through bogs, wetlands, and heathery moors. Rugged terrain accompanies these striking vistas, so exercising hikers should be pleased just as well as nature seekers.
Go outback for some bushwalking to experience Australia?s best places to hike. One great place to start is Morton National Park. Here flowers, rivers, and lagoons take center stage. This is a great hiking experience that you can use as an opportunity for great photos to show friends and family!
Wonder and awe take over your senses in these rich environments. Whether you are hiking to get in shape, or just to experience Mother Nature, these locales are some of the best places in the world to hike. They will not disappoint the seasoned hiker or the newbie. So, of you go, and enjoy your adventure!
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