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November 26, 2025
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November 26, 2025
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November 21, 2025
Section 5 leaves the high country and begins a gradual transition toward the Taos Plateau. The route follows Forest Road 442, a rugged forest road that winds through Carson National Forest for more than eight miles. While shaded and quiet, this stretch includes one of the longest dry sections of the
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November 26, 2025
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November 21, 2025
Section 3 begins at Pecos Baldy Lake, where Skyline Trail (251) climbs north toward the high country of the Pecos Wilderness. The trail rises above the lake basin through alpine forest before breaking out onto open ridgelines, offering some of the most expansive views on the thru-hike. For several miles
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November 26, 2025
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November 21, 2025
Section 2 continues north from Aspen Basin, following the Winsor Trail into higher alpine terrain. Almost immediately, you enter dense spruce and fir forest as the grade steepens toward the Pecos Wilderness boundary. Water access is excellent through this section, with multiple flowing creeks crossing
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November 26, 2025
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November 21, 2025
Section 1 begins in the heart of Santa Fe, setting off from the Plaza and heading south along the historic Old Santa Fe Trail before turning east beside the Santa Fe River. You can park in one of the city’s parking garages near the Plaza, or you can opt for free overnight parking on the outskirts of
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November 26, 2025
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November 21, 2025
The 124-mile Santa Fe to Taos Thru-Hike links Santa Fe Plaza to Taos Plaza across the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, following forested canyons, alpine meadows, and quiet wilderness ridges through the Santa Fe National Forest, Pecos Wilderness, and Carson National Forest. Beginning in Santa Fe, the trail
oliviakellis planned a hike
November 18, 2025
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October 29, 2025
The Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail is a near-continuous loop of about 110 miles that you can hike end-to-end around Florida’s largest lake. You’ll walk the crown of the Herbert Hoover Dike for most of the circuit, with brief links on local roads or bridge sidewalks where the route steps off the levee to
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November 18, 2025
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October 29, 2025
Stage 6 covers 16.4 miles, making it another long day that balances rural stretches with small-town comfort at day’s end. Start your morning in Clewiston with a quick breakfast from Dunkin’ Donuts or McDonald’s. Both fast food chains are located along US-27 and are ideal for an early start. From there
oliviakellis planned a hike
November 12, 2025
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November 21, 2025
The last section starts at the metal footbridge over Rio Chiquito, where Forest Road 437 (Lagunita Canyon/Rio Chiquito Road) meets the creek. The road heads northwest through shaded forest and open fields, with a long descent toward Taos. Though the surface is mostly a wide dirt road, expect uneven footing
oliviakellis planned a bike ride
November 10, 2025
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November 10, 2025
The Greenbrier River & Allegheny Highlands Loop is a 144-mile circuit through southeastern West Virginia that combines forested mountain roads and long, uninterrupted stretches of the Greenbrier River Trail.
Beginning and ending in Lewisburg, the route follows quiet paved and gravel backroads north through
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November 10, 2025
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November 10, 2025
On your final day on the trail you’ll continue south on the Greenbrier River Trail, following a gentle and consistent downhill grade for most of the route. Though there are a few short rises and dips, this stage offers the smoothest and most effortless ride of the entire loop—steady enough to maintain
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November 10, 2025
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November 10, 2025
Stage 1 begins in Lewisburg at the southern terminus of the Greenbrier River Trail, where you’ll find free parking, restrooms, a water fountain, a bike repair station, and a covered shelter. It's an ideal place for organizing your gear before setting off. No parking pass is required, but since you’ll
oliviakellis planned a bike ride
November 9, 2025
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Stage 2 leaves Laurel Run Primitive Campground and continues north on Beaver Creek Road, beginning a day of rolling terrain and forest scenery. This is the longest and most challenging stage of the loop, marked by steady climbs and fast descents. The route passes through Watoga State Park before joining
oliviakellis planned a bike ride
November 7, 2025
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November 10, 2025
On Day 3 of the route, you’ll leave the campground near Cass, and continue on the Greenbrier River Trail. From here, the route stays on the rail trail for the entire day, following the Greenbrier River downstream with consistent shade and a gentle downhill grade. You’ll trace the opposite side of Seneca
oliviakellis planned a hike
October 28, 2025
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October 29, 2025
Stage 5 marks a longer but rewarding day on the trail. Leaving South Bay RV Campground, follow the Herbert Hoover Dike west toward Clewiston. The tread remains flat and mostly paved, with expansive views over the lake and cane fields that stretch to the horizon. Shortly before reaching the Miami Canal
November 21, 2025
Beginning on the north end of Santa Barbara Campground, cross Rio Santa Barbara to pick up Indian Canyon Trail (27). The river is about 15 feet wide, and while the crossing is generally safe, the current can move quickly during snowmelt or after heavy rain. The riverbed is rocky and uneven, with some