Begin hiking southward on North Backbone Trail where hikers immediately enjoy sprawling views of the mighty Sawatch Range. The trail follows rocky outcrops that pop up like spines and vertebrae ...

For backpackers looking for a unique Louisiana hiking experience, try Backbone Trail, which is about 8 miles long (one way) and offers views of the creeks and surrounding forest from the outcroppings.

including Temescal Canyon Trail and Los Leones Trail. Although part of its eastern end suffered damage, much of the 67-mile Backbone Trail was left untouched. Since the Palisades Fire broke out on ...