Famous Hiking Trails

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Which hiking trail is known as the "Crown Jewel" of the National Park System?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. John Muir Trail


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190-mile footpath that traverses 14 states, from Georgia to Maine. It is the longest hiking-only footpath in the world and is considered one of the most challenging.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the spine of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. John Muir Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The John Muir Trail is a 211-mile hiking trail that traverses the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. It is named after the Scottish-American naturalist and conservationist John Muir.

Which hiking trail follows the Continental Divide, the boundary between the Atlantic and Pacific watersheds, from Canada to Mexico?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. John Muir Trail


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Continental Divide Trail is a 3,100-mile hiking trail that follows the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico. It is the longest hiking trail in the United States.

What is the name of the hiking trail that traverses the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada mountains in the western United States?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. John Muir Trail


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,650-mile hiking trail that traverses the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada mountains in the western United States. It is one of the three long-distance hiking trails in the United States.

Which hiking trail is known for its challenging terrain and stunning views of the Canadian Rockies?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Rockies Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rockies Trail is a 4,200-mile hiking trail that traverses the Canadian Rockies. It is known for its challenging terrain and stunning views.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the coastline of California?

  1. California Coastal Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. John Muir Trail


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The California Coastal Trail is a 1,200-mile hiking trail that follows the coastline of California. It is one of the longest hiking trails in the United States.

Which hiking trail is known for its lush rainforests and towering volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Cascades Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Cascades Trail is a 4,000-mile hiking trail that traverses the Cascade Range in the Pacific Northwest. It is known for its lush rainforests and towering volcanoes.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the coastline of Maine?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Downeast Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Downeast Trail is a 1,400-mile hiking trail that follows the coastline of Maine. It is known for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain.

Which hiking trail is known for its stunning views of the Grand Canyon?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Grand Canyon Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Grand Canyon Trail is a 277-mile hiking trail that traverses the Grand Canyon. It is known for its stunning views and challenging terrain.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the coastline of Oregon?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Oregon Coast Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Oregon Coast Trail is a 382-mile hiking trail that follows the coastline of Oregon. It is known for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain.

Which hiking trail is known for its stunning views of the Great Smoky Mountains?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Smoky Mountain Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Smoky Mountain Trail is a 110-mile hiking trail that traverses the Great Smoky Mountains. It is known for its stunning views and challenging terrain.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the coastline of Washington?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Washington Coast Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Washington Coast Trail is a 3,000-mile hiking trail that follows the coastline of Washington. It is known for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain.

Which hiking trail is known for its stunning views of the Rocky Mountains?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Rocky Mountain Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rocky Mountain Trail is a 3,100-mile hiking trail that traverses the Rocky Mountains. It is known for its stunning views and challenging terrain.

What is the name of the hiking trail that follows the coastline of Alaska?

  1. Appalachian Trail

  2. Pacific Crest Trail

  3. Continental Divide Trail

  4. Alaska Coastal Trail


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Alaska Coastal Trail is a 1,200-mile hiking trail that follows the coastline of Alaska. It is known for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain.

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