Brecon Beacons, South Wales

Trail Name:
Beacons Horseshoe
Summary:
A strenuous but highly enjoyable ridge walk that summits the three main peaks of the Brecon Beacons.

Trail Description

Brecon Beacons National Park encompasses the Black Mountains to the east; Fforest Fawr and the Black Mountain to the west; and the central range of the Brecon Beacons, a steep ridge rising to [...]

Popularity: 34% [?]

Buttermere, Lake District

Trail Name:
Hay Stacks
Summary:
A peaceful walk around a picturesque lake is contrasted by a steep climb and dramatic views from atop a high ridge.

Trail Description

As you approach Lake Buttermere, you pass alongside fields of sheep; look behind and you will see the end of Crummock Water. Pass through the gate to the right (ignoring [...]

Popularity: 16% [?]

Derwent Water, Lake District

Trail Name:
Borrowdale
Summary:
This beautiful walk over hills and through tranquil valleys and villages includes far-reaching views of lake and peaks.

Trail Description

A short footpath from the campsite leads down to Derwent Water. Follow the boardwalk to the right and the stony path to a footbridge over Cannon Dub. Cross and turn left to reach [...]

Popularity: 15% [?]

Blencathra, Lake District

Trail Name:
Blencathra via Sharp Edge
Summary:
An exciting ridge and daunting scramble lead to the summit of this distinctive mountain.

Trail Description

You start climbing immediately – something of a shock to the system as your legs have had no chance to warm up. A well-defined path cut into the hillside leads up the steep slope, with [...]

Popularity: 19% [?]

Ullswater, Lake District

Trail Name:
Aira Force
Summary:
This easy walk through a picturesque gorge is a good choice in wet weather, when the waterfalls are at their most dramatic.

Trail Description

Follow the well-maintained path through a gate for a short distance and turn left when you reach the open glade, ignoring the way ahead to a footbridge.
The path climbs [...]

Popularity: 15% [?]

Muir Woods, California

Trail Name:
Ocean View-Fern Creek
Summary:
Hike through groves of coast redwood, the world’s tallest living thing, at the foot of Mount Tamalpais.

Trail Description

Although smaller in diameter than its close relation the giant sequoia, the redwood grows around 50 ft taller, and can reach heights in excess of 360 ft. The pristine redwoods found in the [...]

Popularity: 32% [?]

Helvellyn, Lake District

Trail Name:
Helvellyn via Striding Edge
Summary:
A classic approach to England’s third highest mountain, with a descent offering spectacular views of high fells.

Highly Recommended One Day Hike

Trail Description

Exit the car park by the sign ’Helvellyn via Greenside Mine and Red Tarn’ and turn left. The road climbs gradually to a further footpath sign pointing the way [...]

Popularity: 36% [?]