Trails with a Use of backpacking

The Old Ghost Road Trail in New Zealand

In the North West corner of the South Island of New Zealand a ghost is awakening. A long-forgotten gold miners’ road is being revived as a mountain biking and tramping trail – connecting the old dray road in the Lyell (Upper Buller Gorge) to the mighty Mokihinui River in the north.  The 85km-long Old Ghost …

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West Coast Wilderness Trail

bike trail in New Zealand

The “West-Coast”, of the South Island of New-Zealand, is regarded as one of the Wonders of the World, comprising of unsurpassed scenery you will see & experience anywhere on the planet. Regardless of mode, every corner you turn you will be greeted with a sight that will take your breath away. The area is famous …

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The Florida National Scenic Trail

The Florida National Scenic Trail is a congressionally designated National Scenic Trail. It is approximately 1,300-miles long and is intended to offer a continuous, permanent non-motorized recreation opportunity for hiking and other compatible activities. Over its length, it showcases the incredible biodiversity, history, and rich culture of Florida. The Florida Trail begins on the edge …

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Davis Creek Trail

This is an easy trail to start on in the Charleston WV area.  It is approximately three miles out and back.  Park at the Range Road parking lot just to the left of the entrance to Kanawha State Forest.  Walk west from the parking lot through a large field and up into the forest.  The …

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Ozark Highland Trail

The Ozark Highland Trail in northwest Arkansas is a hiking trail extraordinaire. It includes two loop trails and several other side trails. It also has an extremely helpful website (see link on this page) with an abundance of great trail information. The trail FAQ page is especially helpful.

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Guadalupe Mountains Loop Trail

Frijole Trail, Foothills Trail, Smith Springs Trail

This is the place to climb the tallest peak in Texas. But this particular trail journey is not up to the top of any peak. It’s a nice 6.3 mile double loop trail that traverses mountains, crawls through deserts and explores lush, cool springs. Although this particular trail guide is called “Guadalupe Mountains Loop Trail” …

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