Where reverent silence and timeless charm meet, these redwood trails in an entirely different state are as gorgeous as California's.

Done as a two- or three-night backpacking trip (leave a car at each trailhead), this section of the NCT winds through the Mt.

The Knik River Valley has everything from glacial hikes to horseback rides and dog sledding—and it's a must-visit when visiting Alaska's Denali National Park.