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1. Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) – USA

• Location: Spanning from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington.

• Highlights: Over 2,650 miles of diverse terrain, including deserts, mountains, and lush forests.

• Notable Features: Stunning views of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade Range, remote wilderness areas, and famous spots like Crater Lake and Mount Whitney.

2. Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) – Spain

• Location: Multiple routes across Spain, ending at Santiago de Compostela.

• Highlights: A historic pilgrimage trail that combines natural beauty with cultural and spiritual significance.

• Notable Features: Quaint villages, ancient churches, rolling Spanish countryside, and a rich cultural experience.

3. Great Ocean Walk – Australia

• Location: Along the southeastern coast of Australia in Victoria.

• Highlights: A coastal trail stretching over 60 miles, offering dramatic ocean views and rugged cliff landscapes.

• Notable Features: Twelve Apostles rock formations, coastal rainforests, sandy beaches, and Australian wildlife.

4. Everest Base Camp Trek – Nepal

• Location: Himalayas, Nepal, reaching Everest’s South Base Camp.

• Highlights: A challenging and iconic trek through high-altitude landscapes and Sherpa villages.

• Notable Features: Panoramic Himalayan views, Buddhist monasteries, and a view of Mount Everest from Kala Patthar.

5. West Highland Way – Scotland

• Location: From Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William in the Scottish Highlands.

• Highlights: Scotland’s most famous long-distance hike, covering 96 miles of breathtaking landscapes.

• Notable Features: Loch Lomond, rolling hills, open moorlands, rugged mountain scenery, and historical sites.

6. Appalachian Trail (AT) – USA

• Location: Running from Georgia to Maine, across the eastern United States.

• Highlights: One of the longest hiking-only footpaths in the world at over 2,190 miles.

• Notable Features: Diverse ecosystems, scenic mountain views, iconic spots like McAfee Knob, and dense forests.

7. Annapurna Circuit – Nepal

• Location: Central Nepal, encircling the Annapurna Massif.

• Highlights: One of the most popular Himalayan treks, known for its cultural diversity and high-altitude landscapes.

• Notable Features: Varied terrain, Thorong La Pass (17,769 ft), and views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks.

8. Overland Track – Tasmania, Australia

• Location: From Cradle Mountain to Lake St Clair in Tasmania.

• Highlights: A 40-mile trek through Tasmania’s wild and pristine landscapes.

• Notable Features: Glacial valleys, alpine heathlands, eucalyptus forests, and frequent sightings of native wildlife.

9. Kungsleden (The King’s Trail) – Sweden

• Location: Northern Sweden, within the Arctic Circle.

• Highlights: A 270-mile trail through Sweden’s remote wilderness, from Abisko to Hemavan.

• Notable Features: Northern Lights, midnight sun, birch forests, and a peaceful Scandinavian landscape.

10. Sentiero Azzurro (Blue Trail) – Cinque Terre, Italy

• Location: Along the Ligurian coast, connecting the villages of Cinque Terre.

• Highlights: A short but scenic 7.5-mile trail with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

• Notable Features: Colorful coastal villages, terraced vineyards, and cliffside paths with ocean views.