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National Park Hikes in the USA: 15 to Book Next

19 hikes  ·  from $100 a head

The 15 best national park hikes in the USA you can book today, with what each costs, how far it walks and how much of it is uphill. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat - The River of Grass airboat ride
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Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

1.Everglades National Park Biologist Led Adventure: Cruise, Hike + Airboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 685 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes to 10 hours (approx.) · from $295Our pick

Spend nearly 10 hours exploring South Florida with guides such as Ryan, Addie, Lindsay, or Stacey. Ride an airboat into the River of Grass, walk through Big Cypress, cruise the Ten Thousand Islands, visit a Native tree island village when conditions allow, and stop for a local lunch. Expect alligators, birds, dolphins, manatees, and plenty of drive time.

“Great experience. So much packed into one day. Boats and alligators ant dolphins and manatees and birds and walking. Ryan. our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the ecology and the history of the Everglades and Florida in general. And he was a great guy. Lunch was a treat. Many menu choices and a fantastic cafe. If I come back I’ll do this same tour again.”

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The Narrows: Zion National Park Private Guided Hike - Zion Canyon Scenic Drive sets the scene
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The Narrows: Zion National Park Private Guided Hike

2.The Narrows: Zion National Park Private Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $364

Start at 7 a.m. in Springdale for a private, seven-hour Narrows hike with guides such as Michael, DJ, Moi, or Dayna. You’ll use provided boots, poles, and optional waders while walking upstream through the Virgin River, then enjoy a charcuterie picnic at Zion Lodge. The route and pace can be adjusted to your group.

“My family and I took a private tour in the narrows with cedar + sage tour company specializing in Zion and Bryce. We were truly blown away! we could tell right away that the guides were a small and mighty group offering specialized &!personalized attention for us. Our guide Michael had all the gear ready to hike through water deep and delightful in some parts. He gave us important guidance on how to get through the Narrows even before we stepped in & most of all he was a wealth of knowledge about the Narrows. About Zion. Utah. Geology. History. Nature. And more! We explored the wonder of the Narrows…”

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Zion National Park Hiking Tour from Las Vegas Small Group Max 14 - Passing through Zion’s sandstone tunnel
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Zion National Park Hiking Tour from Las Vegas Small Group Max 14

3.Zion National Park Hiking Tour from Las Vegas Small Group Max 14

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $148

Leave Las Vegas before sunrise for Zion National Park in a vehicle limited to 14 people. You’ll visit the visitor center, walk Riverside Walk, hike Canyon Overlook Trail, and pass through Zion’s sandstone tunnel. Guides such as Chris, Anthony, Jesse, Ray, and Charles are praised for friendly service and park knowledge, though hikes are self-guided.

“I can’t stop thinking about how special our day in Zion National Park was, and so much of that is thanks to our amazing guides, Jess A and Ray. From the moment we were picked up, they made us feel completely taken care of. Warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive—they made everything easy and enjoyable. What stood out the most was how thoughtful and kind they were throughout the entire journey. They had this calm, positive energy that made the entire group feel relaxed and comfortable. You could tell they genuinely wanted everyone to have the best time possible—and we did! The vehicle was super comfortable, clean, and spacious, which made…”

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Bryce Canyon National Park Hiking Experience - A five-hour route with real uphill work
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Bryce Canyon National Park Hiking Experience

4.Bryce Canyon National Park Hiking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $120

Spend about five hours hiking Bryce Canyon National Park with a small group of up to nine people. Guides such as Kevin, Oscar, Mabry, and Lesley have explained the park’s hoodoos, geology, plants, animals, Native American history, and trails. Expect easy to moderate hiking, more than 1,000 feet of altitude change, snacks, water, and possible route changes.

“Very informative Hike was good pace Kevin was great guide”

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Astro-Photo, Hiking and Stargazing Tour in Arches National Park - What the night photography session actually teaches
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Astro-Photo, Hiking and Stargazing Tour in Arches National Park

5.Astro-Photo, Hiking and Stargazing Tour in Arches National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $175

Meet your guide at the Windows Section for a two-hour evening walk among Arches National Park’s famous formations. Sam or Brandon may help you frame arches, set up a tripod, and capture stars with a camera or phone. Expect constellation lessons, headlamps, cool air, and a maximum group of six.

“Seeing the night sky in a place that is far from city lights was a treat. Not being adept at night photography, I learned a lot.”

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Kilauea: Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike - From native rainforest to hardened lava
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Kilauea: Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike

6.Kilauea: Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 61 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Meet Jennifer or Yvonne at Kīlauea Visitor Center for a three-hour, four-mile loop through native Hawaiian rainforest and around a hardened lava lake. Your small group of up to 10 learns about volcanoes, plants, wildlife, Hawaiian culture, and current volcanic activity. Lava viewing depends on weather and Kīlauea’s behavior.

“We joined the "Kilauea: Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike" and it was absolutely amazing! Surrounded by nature, we hiked through stunning landscapes, saw the volcano’s caldera, and even spotted some wild animals along the way—like the iconic Hawaiian chickens! Our guide, Yvonne, was truly fantastic. She was very knowledgeable, clear, and engaging in her explanations. You can tell she's a true expert in the field, and her passion for the area really came through. After the hike, we had lunch together with Yvonne and the rest of the group, which made the experience even more special and friendly. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore Volcanoes National Park with a…”

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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park - What you may find on the hike
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Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

7.Private Birding Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Join Ryan of Birding Man Wildlife Tours for a private, nine-hour birding and wildlife day in Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll ride in a Jeep Wrangler, hike at a comfortable pace, enjoy lunch and snacks, and search for elk, moose, mountain birds, and other Colorado wildlife with a guide who can shape the day around your interests.

“This is an amazing tour! Ryan is a superb guide - knowledgeable, engaging and passionate about his field. He tailored the tour to our interests and showed us so many fabulous sights. Each tour will be different, and I am excited to discover what wonders await me the next time I visit Denver and take a tour with Ryan.”

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From Moab: Arches National Park 4x4 Drive and Hiking Tour - The morning hike among fins and arches
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From Moab: Arches National Park 4×4 Drive and Hiking Tour

8.From Moab: Arches National Park 4×4 Drive and Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · 9 hours · from $337

Spend nine hours exploring Arches National Park from Moab by air-conditioned 4x4 and on foot. Your English-speaking guide leads a moderate hike, serves a buffet-style picnic lunch, then takes you along rough backcountry trails to Tower Arch, Eye of the Whale Arch, the Marching Men, dinosaur tracks, and an old cowboy trail.

“Adam was the BEST. He was professional and yet very much fun. He was very flexible with what we had already seen and took us to places we hadn’t. His lunch was great. Couldn’t have been any better. Thank you Adam. Pat and Kamy Sullivan”

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Big Island: Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike - Walking Through the Native Rainforest
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Big Island: Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike

9.Big Island: Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 6h 30m · from $230

Spend 390 minutes with a guide such as Jennifer in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Walk through native rainforest, cross Kilauea Iki Crater, see steam vents and a volcanic caldera, then enter Thurston Lava Tube. Breakfast and a gourmet picnic are included, but park admission costs extra.

“The Guide Jennifer was absolutely great and Sweet. We loved to here her storys and legends about the Volcanoe.”

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Rocky Mountain National Park - Private Hiking Tour - The former mining community on the way uphill
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Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

10.Rocky Mountain National Park – Private Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Denver, Boulder, or Estes Park into Rocky Mountain National Park in a private upscale vehicle, then spend your day on an easy to moderate guided hike of about four miles. Your guide supplies water, snacks, entrance fees, and snowshoes or microspikes when needed. Expect mountain views, wildlife chances, and lunch advice, with Jerry, also called Jtrain, among the guides praised for thoughtful planning.

“Using this service was completely worth it. With Jerry (aka Jtrain) guiding us it allowed us to completely relax and enjoy the experience versus trying to figure it out & stressing. Great hike completely exceeded expectations. Saw a moose, an elk, cool birds, and more. Definitely would use them again.”

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Volcanoes National Park: Guided, Small-Group Hike - Kilauea Iki Trail and the crater floor
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Volcanoes National Park: Guided, Small-Group Hike

11.Volcanoes National Park: Guided, Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $220

Join Jennifer, Yvonne, or Cameron for a six-and-a-half-hour, roughly 8-mile guided hike from Kīlauea Visitor Center. You’ll cross Kilauea Iki’s hardened lava lake, visit Thurston Lava Tube, explore native forest, and stop for breakfast, snacks, and a picnic lunch. The private format allows the pace and focus to fit your group.

“This was the highlight of my trip! We hiked down into 2 calderas. While we were there, Kaluapele had an active lava flow. Exciting! The lava tube was very cool, the lava flow was very cool, lunch was at an amazing lookout, and the forest was awesome. Jennifer added a lot of good information about the area and brought some great food! Would wholeheartedly recommend.”

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Rocky Mountain National Park Half Day Hike - What the three to five miles really mean
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Rocky Mountain National Park Half Day Hike

12.Rocky Mountain National Park Half Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Spend four hours hiking Rocky Mountain National Park with guides such as Dylan or Meghan. Expect 3 to 5 miles, trail and park insights, and possible routes to Bear, Nymph, and Dream lakes. The hike begins and ends near the Visitor Center, with a maximum group size of 20.

“The experience was great! Dylan was an amazing guide. I had a ton of questions and Dylan had an answer for every one of them. He clearly has a great knowledge of the area. The trail he took me on was breathtaking as well. After the hike he gave me some great recommendations for other trails and they did not disappoint. Highly recommend.”

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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike - Entering the park and choosing the route
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Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

13.Rocky Mountain National Park Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · from $189

Join Aspire Tours for an eight-hour Rocky Mountain National Park hike from Denver or Boulder. You’ll travel with an English-speaking local guide, hike 4 to 5 miles at a moderate pace, stop for mountain views and photos, and enjoy a picnic lunch. Past guides including Phillip, Gabor, Mike, and Roy have tailored routes to weather and group ability.

“Amazing experience! We did the all day hiking tour in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Philip, our tour guide, was friendly, experienced, and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!”

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Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Sunrise Hiking Tour - Meeting Rick at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
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Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Sunrise Hiking Tour

14.Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park Sunrise Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $169

Meet guide Rick at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center for a three-hour sunrise hike in Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll walk easy to moderate trails through pine forest and alpine meadows, watch for elk and bighorn sheep, use snowshoes or spikes when needed, and receive 4 to 6 digital photos after the tour.

“Seven stars out of five! I highly recommend this tour. We had a very unique experience this morning with Rick. The hike was not as difficult as anticipated and the views were spectacular. Rick was patient with us, took gorgeous photos of us at points he knows are great, and was such pleasurable company and held meaningful conversations with us. He shared a wealth of information about the trail, the park, and the area around the park. I urge you to consider doing this- it’s so special!”

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From Anchorage: Chugach State Park Guided Alpine Trek - The first miles: forest, rising ground, and a change in scenery
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From Anchorage: Chugach State Park Guided Alpine Trek

15.Chugach State Park Guided Alpine Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours · from $179

Meet your English-speaking guide in downtown Anchorage and ride by minivan to a Chugach State Park trailhead. Over five hours, you’ll hike steep, uneven alpine terrain, learn about edible plants, geology, and wildlife, and scan the ridges for sheep, marmots, bears, and eagles. Small groups are limited to 12.

“It was a perfect, moderately-hard hike up to Baldy. Brit was great as a guide. Since we had extra rime, she even brought us to Barbara Falls.”

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