Stunning Summer Hiking Spots in the USA

Similarly, you can not go hiking in Maine in winter. Here is a list of some stunning hiking spots for a pleasant summer experience:

Eton Crest Trail, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

You can visit this Park from midsummer till mid-September to experience wildlife and natural beauty. You can do multi-day hiking or make it a one-day affair by doing part of this 37-mile trail. 

On the way, you will see alpine lakes, fields full of wildflowers, and animals like deer, moose, etc. Also, be aware of grizzlies and black bears roaming in this Park.

Coronado Peak Trail, Arizona

The Coronado Peak Trail is a 0.8-mile hiking trip from the Montezuma Pass Overlook in the Coronado National Memorial. Though this hike is too short, you rapidly go up 250 feet in elevation in a half-mile. It is a great trail for hiking early on summer days. 

Along the course, you will notice interactive signs guiding you about the Coronado Expedition and plant life in the area. In addition, you might see animal tracks of deer or other wildlife roaming in the Park.

Acadia National Park, Maine 

Acadia National Park is a perfect place for summer hikes. This national park is in the northeastern corner of Maine. It covers a large portion of Mount Desert Island and the nearby Schoodic Peninsula. 

The easiest mode to reach there is to drive yourself, but you can also catch a bus to Bar Harbor, the gateway town. Then, book a free shuttle around Mount Desert Island.

This Park mainly features miles of rocky shoreline and forested hills. In addition, it has the two most famous trails in the USA.  The Precipice and Beehive are both challenging hikes. However, these trails have easier alternatives (The Champlain North Ridge Trail and the Bowl Trail) to reach the same point.

Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

This 3.1 miles trail has spectacular scenery packed and takes you past scores of the park’s rock formations, called hoodoos. You will notice one of the park’s most iconic Thor’s Hammer on the way. If it’s a full moon day, try hiking the trail at night. 

You will see around 2,500 stars in most rural areas of the US on a clear night. But, Bryce Canyon is so dark that you can count almost 7,500 stars.

Shenandoah National Park, Virginia

This park’s upper hawksbill trail is one of the best hikes in the USA. It has around a two miles roundtrip that you can complete easily in the morning. It brings you to the highest point in the park, where you can experience breathtaking views. 

While you need only about two hours to finish the hike, you can linger at the summit and soak in the views in extra time.

Which Trip is Suitable for You?

The USA is relatively big and beautiful, and you can discover it wherever and however you like to do it. Whether you plan for a strenuous or easy journey, the list mentioned above can help you find the perfect adventure spot.