There’s a reason serious hikers love taking on a loopyou never see the same thing twice, and you end where you started. Here are our top ten backpacking loops in the United States, from wildflower fields of the Maroon Bells to the Appalachian Trail in Maine.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in Tennessee and North Carolina, is an accessible wilderness that welcomes adventurers of all ages and abilities. Our guide to planning a family outing in the Smokies includes info on how to get there and around, where to stay, and what to do.