“Experiencing natural quiet is a hard-to-reach joy,” Lankford said. “So, if your dogs are barkers in the backcountry or at ...

Kids in Parks provides a network of kid-friendly hiking adventures for families to enjoy! Learn more: More from Upstate ...

4 spectacular Bay Area waterfall hikes for winter walks (includes Uvas Canyon, Diablo Foothills, Leona Heights) Five hikes to ...

While Breckenridge is best-known for its ski slopes, its hiking trails are equally delightful. The area boasts hikes for all levels, but keep in mind that it might be wise to give yourself a few ...

A shorter hike in Giant Forest, the Big Trees Trail, is a nearly milelong loop that goes around a meadow and features interpretive exhibits about the natural history of giant sequoias along the way.