Hikes in the United States of America

The 48 core states, Alaska and Hawaii offer an incredible variety of landscapes that could not be more different. Because of America's enormous size, the states contain geographic structures that seem to be made for hikers. There is a suitable area for all preferences in America. Those who like to be in higher altitudes will quickly find matching routes in the national parks, but also a relaxed hike along the coast, accompanied by a warm breeze is easily found in this country.

Low mountain ranges and mountain ranges like the Appalachians await adventurers of all kinds. In the forests on the east coast, the ambiance of the Indian summer will convince every outdoor enthusiast. In the south and southeast, the environment becomes more tropical and you can rest your tired hiker's feet under palm trees. The prairies and deserts in the southwest offer movie-ready settings – here, you can let your gaze wander into infinity.

Each area has its own unique landscape and attractions. Many of them are related to the history and culture of the country. On your hiking tours, you will get to know America, its past and the landscape up close.

Colorado, the highest state in the USA, is characterised by the peaks of the Rocky Mountains. The national park of the same name west of the capital Denver, with its wide valleys and clear mountain rivers, invites you to go on long hikes. The climate is also ideal for hiking: Almost 300 days of sunshine a year offer the best conditions for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Popular hiking trails in Colorado include the Crater Lake Trail to Maroon Lake and the Cliff Palace in Mesa Verde National Park. The capital Denver or the popular sports towns of Colorado Springs and Boulder are ideal starting points for your journey of discovery in the Rockies.

You will find a special variety of landscapes in California, the largest state in the USA. The long Pacific coast with the capital Los Angeles is made for relaxed hikes with a view of the sea, accompanied by a warm breeze. The seaside resorts of Mailibu Beach, Santa Barbara and Santa Monica are world-famous. To the north, the Bay Area around San Francisco is worth a detour, while in southern California, San Diego is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Away from the sandy beaches, the state is dotted with vast desert areas, alpine mountain landscapes and centuries-old forests with the famous redwoods. In Yosemite, Death Valley and Joshua Tree National Parks you are sure to find the right hike to suit your preferences.

The Pacific Crest Trail in the west of the USA, which is about 4000 km long, starts at the Mexican border and runs through California for the first stage until it leads through the states of Oregon and Washington to the Canadian border.

The low mountain ranges and mountain chains of the USA, such as the Appalachians, await adventurers of all kinds. One of the most famous long-distance trails in the USA is the Appalachian Trail: almost 3500 km lie between the start in Springer Mountain Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine. There are a whole 14 states in between! The trail is lined with places to stay and eat and small, semi-open shelters for camping. Of course, you can also hike individual stages, such as the hike from Lewis Mountain Campground to Big Meadows Campground in Shenandoah National Park.

Hawaii's unique island world consists of a total of 137 islands - among the largest are Hawaiʻi, Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, Niʻihau, Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe. Despite their further distance from the American mainland, they are popular destinations because of the special landscapes. Whether active volcanoes, tropical landscapes with waterfalls, lakes and sandy beaches - you will find it all in Hawaii. Getting up close to the volcanoes on a hike like the one to Haleakale Crater is a unique experience not found in many places in the world. If you want to see seals, head to Kaena Point on Oahu. Of course, you can also just swim, relax and walk on the beautiful sandy beaches like Waikīkī Beach.