Canada
Lake O'Hara Alpine Circuit
(Yoho National Park, Alberta)
For those looking for a challenge with scenery that is well worth your heart skipping a beat or two, this is the trail for you. Capping in at 11km and 1,051m in elevation, the O'Hara trail offers hikers flexibility to complete the trail in small or long sections that give you a chance to take a break or keep pushing onward and upward to view nearly a dozen turquoise mountain lakes.
From the panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains stretching from Lake O'Hara to Lake Oesa, across to the Yukness Ledges and the Opabin Plateau, you will understand why we Canadians are in love with our country.
USA
Kalalau Trail
Weather:
May-June: Most popular time to go/least amount of rain.
Rated as one of the most scenic route in the world, it's no wonder why this Napali coastal trail along the Pacific Ocean is on the list. This 11-mile trail is pleasant to trek all year round with temperatures seldom dropping below 15 degrees C (60 F). The Kalalau Trail is outrageously beautiful, but equally challenging due to muddy trails, river and stream crossings.
You will spend your time trekking along remote beaches, valleys and lush jungles while being able to do side trips to view Hawaii's impressive waterfalls, sea caves and more.
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