The 5 Best Mountain and Summit Hikes in the USA

1.Mt. Rainier highlights – old forest, falls and glaciers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 564 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $179Our pick

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle with a small group of up to 14. Hike near Paradise, picnic by glacier views, and visit Narada Falls, Christine Falls, Reflection Lake, and old-growth forest near Longmire. Snowshoes, crampons, poles, water, transport, and park fees are included. Guides such as Susan, Nate, Rachel, and Matt lead the day, but the guide is not guaranteed.

“Susan (our driver & guide) was friendly & professional. She arranged our stops to minimize delays, and ensured everyone had ample opportunities to use a restroom and purchase food throughout our 11 hour tour (including the two, 3 hour drives from & back to Seattle).”

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2.Guided Hiking Tour in Colorado Rocky Mountains View of Mt BlueSky

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Join guides such as Lauren, Andrew, Mickey, or Rachel for a four-hour, moderate Colorado hike from Denver. Transport, snacks, trail guidance, and winter gear are included. Expect views of Mt Blue Sky, Mount Bierstadt, Evergreen, and Kittredge, plus drive-by stops at Red Rocks, Dinosaur Ridge, Morrison, and Mile High Stadium.

“It was great for solo female traveler. Rach was an amazing guide. Hike was beautiful and moderate level.”

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3.Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $149

Leave the Las Vegas Strip for a sunset at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park beside Red Rock. Your guide leads gentle hikes and photo stops, with time to watch sandstone turn red and gold. Choose the package that adds Seven Magic Mountains, and expect an SUV or small van, bottled water, and photos delivered by AirDrop or Google Drive.

“Come ready to explore! Wear clothes that will allow for climbing if you so choose…. It’s an amazing excursion full of love, light, reflection and solitude.”

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4.Seattle: Mt. Rainier Park Guided Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 113 reviews · 10 hours · from $179

Spend 10 hours exploring Mt. Rainier National Park from Seattle in a small group of up to 14. Guides such as Susan, Rachel, Ed, and Marc lead scenic stops, forest walks, waterfall visits, and seasonal snow hikes. Transportation, park entry, poles, and winter gear are included. Bring food and dress for changing weather.

“Mt Rainer hike is a surreal experience. And our guide Ed who showed us around and also was mindful with our hiking past helped us not only look around the place but also hike up safely in our pace. Overall, it was worth it!!! Definitely recommend it.”

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5.Asheville: Yoga on a Mountain Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 2h 30m · from $69Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bearwallow Mountain, about 30 minutes from Asheville, for a gentle hike to an open summit. Guides such as Crista and Carolynne combine trail notes on local flora and fauna with an hour of accessible yoga. Mats and straps are provided, and sunset departures may be available.

“This was the perfect activity to start our morning! We were supposed to be on the sunset hike but, due to weather, we were rescheduled to the following morning and that worked perfectly! The pace of the hike was ideal and our guide, Carolynne (sp?) gave us lots of information on the flora and fauna along the way which was really interesting. The yoga was accessible for all levels and there’s no pressure to do anything you’re not completely comfortable with. The view is completely spectacular and well worth the hike to the top of the mountain just for that.”

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