The best trail running destinations

Trail running is one of the most popular sporting activities of many tourists, and it’s definitely on top of my favorite things to do during a vacation. With the many different trails I have been on, I find that each of them is different. Each trail offers a unique experience. Different scenery, different terrain and different challenges but in the end, each of these experiences give the runner the same rewards: satisfaction from completing it and many life lessons that have to do with taking risks, persistence and hard work. Here are some awesome trail running destinations I would like to share with you, each of them offering something different, something fresh and something exciting.

Kalalau Trail in Kauai, Hawaii No photograph can ever capture the beautiful experience of running on the Kalalau Trail. This is an 11 mile trail which was built in the late 1800s. The starting point is the Ha’ena State Park and the end point is the beautiful Kalalau Beach. Before reaching the final destination of the trail, you will traverse through 5 beautiful lush valleys. There are many reasons to run this trail. Among them are the beautiful sights of towering sea cliffs, waterfalls, beaches that have pure white sand, fruit trees especially lots of guava trees as well as some ancient Hawaiian ruins. But the main reason you should travel this trail is for you to see a beautiful view of the Napali Coast. The trail is the only land access to the Napali Coast which is on the northwest part of Kauai. The Napali Coast is the most famous coastline in Kauai and features emerald green pinnacles along the shoreline and a scenery that is to die for.

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Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, Issaquah, Washington Operated by the Regional Trail System of King County, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is based in Issaquah, Washington, with a huge area that spans from the Cascades and Seattle and from Bothell and Auburn. This is one of the country’s most wide range multi-purpose off road systems and boasts of more than 175 miles of trails which are perfect for different outdoor adventures including bicycling, horseback riding, walking and hiking. The Regional Trail System covers an area from Seattle to the Cascades and from Bothell to Auburn. The system provides endless of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoor as well as numerous venues for recreation. King Country Trail is the perfect choice for those who are looking for pleasurable and fresh way to enjoy the region, as well as communing with nature, exploring and living a much healthier and more active lifestyle.

El Morro Canyon Loop in Laguna Beach, California An 8.9 mile loop trail near Laguna Beach California, this trail is rated as moderate or intermediate, which means it’s not too easy and not too difficult. The trail is set in a forest setting so expect to see different types of animals while you run the trail. This trail is accessible all year round and can be run, hiked or biked. Some even complete this trail riding a horse. It can be quite gruesome when the weather is too hot, particularly during summer. There are lots of steep climbs for you to surmount. But, once completed, it will make you feel very satisfied and accomplished. Somewhere on the trail, you will find a cave where you can have a restful break and be recharged before you complete the rest of the trail. Make sure you have plenty of water to rehydrate your body while running this trail. A solution for the hot summer season is to run this trail early in the morning. The beautiful ocean view you’ll get to see on this trail is going to be all worth it.

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Long Trail, Winhall, Vermont Considered as the United State’s oldest long-distance trail, the Long Trail situated in Winhall in Vermont, was built between 1910 and 1930 by the Green Mountain Club. The trail prides itself of its 273 miles of routes that spans the length of Vermont, running from the Canadian border to the state line of Massachusetts, including some of the state’s densest of forests and highest of peaks, following the main path of the Green Mountains. Any run on the Long Trail may require a lot more patience, as well as walking and hiking expertise, because of the steep and unexpected climbs and falls. Some adventures folks were able to conquer the entire trail in less than a week, including the Pennsylvanian carpenter, Jonathan Basham, who finished it in four and a half days back in 2009. Most of the trail system’s milder climbs and running trails can be found in the southern portion, like the first 10-mile run from Massachusetts to Congdon Chelter just near Bennington.