Looking for the best hikes in the world? Whether you dream of trekking through the Himalayas, wandering the Alps, exploring remote wilderness trails in Patagonia, or discovering hidden gems closer to home, this is the ultimate list.
At Trailhead Traveler, we’ve ranked the 100 greatest hikes on Earth—from legendary long-distance treks to bucket-list day hikes. Each hike includes detailed trail information, highlights, and insider tips so you can plan your next big adventure.
👉 To make it easy, we’ve broken the countdown into 10 parts, covering 10 hikes each. Use the links below to jump straight to the section you want:
📌 Jump to Each Section
- #100–91: Incredible Trails to Kick Off the Countdown
- #90–81: Remote Adventures & Iconic Routes
- #80–71: Cultural Treks & Rugged Journeys
- #70–61: Alpine Classics & Hidden Gems
- #60–51: Trails Through History & Untamed Nature
- #50–41: Diverse Treks Across Continents
- #40–31: High Peaks & Epic Landscapes
- #30–21: Jaw-Dropping Views & Wild Challenges
- #20–11: Legendary Long-Distance Treks
- #10–1: The Best Hikes in the World—Our Top 10
🌍 Why These Hikes Made the List
This isn’t just another hiking list pulled together at random. Each trail was chosen because it represents something extraordinary:
- Scenery: Unforgettable landscapes, from glaciers and deserts to lush rainforests.
- Challenge: Routes that test your endurance and reward your effort.
- Cultural Impact: Ancient paths, pilgrimages, and historical routes.
- Bucket-List Worthy: Trails that every hiker should dream of experiencing at least once.
🔎 How to Use This Guide
- Browse each section for inspiration.
- Save hikes to your personal bucket list.
- Follow links to detailed writeups with trail info, best time to go, and highlights.
Whether you’re chasing your first international trek or adding to your lifetime hiking goals, this is the definitive guide to the 100 Best Hikes in the World.
