We’ve pulled together a list featuring our favorite hike near each of our Outposts, so you don’t miss the most beautiful trails near your cabin on your next escape to nature.
Getaway Asheboro
Purgatory Mountain Trailhead
~8 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 1.8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
This scenic hike to the top of Purgatory Mountain is a great way to top off a day spent at The North Carolina Zoo, as the trail begins on their property. Uphill but not strenuous, it’s good for kids, dog-friendly, and meticulously maintained and marked for navigational ease.
Getaway Barber Creek
Reeds Lake Trail
Distance: 4.2 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This paved trail through the woods circles the beautiful Reeds Lake, and makes for the perfect afternoon hike with with your friends and family.
Getaway Beaver Creek
Mineral Springs Loop Trail
Hike Duration: 1.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This easy loop on the Pennsylvania side of the border features a waterfall and is recommended for families with young kids.
Getaway Big Bear
Arrowhead Pinnacles Trail
Distance: 4.6 miles
Difficulty: Hard
Dogs allowed on-leash
Arrowhead Pinacles Trail is a steep, difficult trail that will keep you puffing. Enjoy the boulders and panoramic views throughout, especially the 360-degree lookout from the top. There’s not much shade, so get hiking later in the afternoon or in the early morning to avoid the heat.
Getaway Brazos Valley
Washington on the Brazos Area Trails
~30 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 2.7 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Featuring beautiful views of the Brazos River, a healthy population of local birds, and trailside swaths of wildflowers, this is a dog and kid friendly hike that’s good for all skill levels. As a state historical site, it’s also home to the Barrington Living History Farm and the Star of the Republic Museum.
Getaway Chattahoochee
Toccoa Swinging Bridge Trail
~30 minutes from the Outpost
Hike Distance: 0.8 miles
Difficulty: Easy
The Toccoa Swinging Bridge trail is in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The trail is just over 5 miles from the Outpost. The coolest thing about it is the bridge itself—it’s the longest suspension bridge east of the Mississippi, and goes directly over the Toccoa river. The swinging bridge is a great destination for trout fishing (particularly in the spring during spawning season) due to its proximity to the Rock Creek Fish Hatchery, which is also open to visitors. Small creeks, mini waterfalls, and a thick grove of Mountain Laurel trees can be found on the opposite side of the bridge.
Getaway Dale Hollow
Winding Stairs Loop
Distance: 1.6 mi
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
The Winding Stairs Loop trail is located near Lafayette, TN. This loop is perfect for families or anyone looking for an easy and quick hike with some beautiful waterfall and creek views. There are also many other trails to explore in Winding Stairs Park.
Getaway Eastern Catskills
Kaaterskill Falls
Distance: 2.5 miles, about 1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Dogs allowed
This hike is short, though it is also steep and can get rocky. But all the effort is totally worth it when you reach the gorgeous waterfall.
Getaway Hill Country
Blue Hole Park Trail Loop
Hike distance: 1.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This trail is a great loop for families right near the swimming area in Blue Hole Regional Park. With the smell of cedar, oak and cypress trees, clear blue water, and mulched trails that are mostly flat, this is the perfect afternoon hike to catch up with family and friends. If you want to indulge in the swimming hole, be sure to call ahead and make reservations.
Getaway Homochitto
Clark Creek Primitive Trail
Distance: 4.3 miles
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This is the perfect hike for a warm afternoon, as this loop trail follows Clark Creek to a beautiful waterfall.
Getaway Kettle River
Kettle River: Banning State Park to Old Dam Site
Distance: 4.1 mi
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This trail loops around along one side of Kettle River through Banning State Park, and features some interesting rock formations, the river, and a waterfall. Make sure to stop at Toby’s gas station by Banning State Park for a giant custard donut on your way back
Getaway Machimoodus
Bear Hill Loop
Distance: 5.5 mi
Difficulty: moderate
Dogs allowed
This beautiful loop trail gets you right into the dense forest that’s native to this region, and features groves of mount laurel, Connecticut’s state flower.
Getaway Mount Adams
Guler Ice Cave Hike
Hike distance: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This walk to the most visited cave features beautiful underground ice formations and tubes that are results of lava flows. Remember to bring snow gear though in the winter months, cave temperatures can drop pretty low.
Getaway Ozark Highlands
Cedar Bluff Trail
Distance: 2.1 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
This loop trail through Pomme de Terre State Park, follows the rocky bluffs around the lake, and passes through some beautiful spots featuring oak, maple, and hickory trees.
Getaway Piney Woods
Wolfpen Hike and Bike Trail
Hike Duration: 4.1 miles
Difficulty: Easy
This loop trail, which features a lake, is a great choice for all skill levels for hiking, walking, or trail running.
Getaway Shenandoah
White Oak Canyon Trail
Distance: 9.5 miles, about 4-5 hours
Difficulty: Hard
Dogs allowed on-leash
If you’re in search of waterfalls, head out on White Oak Canyon Trail. It can be a strenuous hike, but you can also adjust your mileage and make it shorter by skipping some of the sections.
Getaway Skagit Valley
Little Mountain Park Loop
Distance: 4.8 mi
Difficulty: medium
Dogs allowed
This loop trail through the forest in Little Mountain Park starts at the top of Little Mountain, and features viewpoints of Mount Baker, the Skagit Valley, the San Juan Islands, Olympic Mountains and even tulip fields.
Getaway Western Catskills
The Shavertown Trail
Distance: 2.9 miles
Difficulty: easy
Dogs allowed
A crisp 3 mile round-trip, Shavertown’s modest incline is worth the ascent. The lookout point at top has intimate views of the Pepacton Reservoir as well as the mountains that surround it.
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