My Future Hikes
I’ve walked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada, crossed the spine of the Rockies on the Continental Divide Trail, and most recently pushed through the heat, rock, and ridiculous beauty of the Arizona Trail. I’ve slept in the dirt, carried way too much food, carried not nearly enough water, smelled like a biological weapon, and watched sunrise from places most people will only ever see in photos.
And somehow… I’m still not done.
Because the more trail you hike, the bigger the world gets. Every ridgeline just reveals three more ranges. Every desert opens into another canyon system. Every “this is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen” gets replaced two days later.
There are still whole sections of planet I haven’t walked through yet — forests I haven’t woken up in, storms I haven’t been rained on by, switchbacks I haven’t sworn at. So no, this isn’t a “look what I’ve done” page. It’s more like: I’ve seen unbelievable things… and there’s still so much left out there it’s almost rude.
I’ll keep hiking, I’ll keep telling the story, and I’ll keep dragging a camera along so you can come with me — whether you’re a thruhiker, a future thruhiker, or a “I like nature but also showers” hiker.
Trailhunger isn’t finished. It’s just in between chapters.
This page is a loose collection of trails I’ve been looking at or am interested in — no particular order, definitely not a complete list. I get new dream hikes basically every day, so think of this as “some of the ones I’ve been obsessing over lately,” not “the final list.”
The Arizona Trail 2025 (restart the trail)
The Arizona National Scenic Trail is like a marathon, but with stunning views and no engines to cheat with! This bad boy stretches a whopping 800 miles, taking you on a wild ride through deserts, mountains, canyons, forests, and plenty of quirky towns along the way. So, if you’re up for an adventure that’ll make your feet ache and give you stories to tell for years, strap on your hiking boots and let the Arizona trail take you for a spin!
Arizona Trail: DONE.
I finished my Arizona Trail thru-hike on May 7, 2025, after 38 days on trail. Border to border. Desert, mountains, snow, sun — the whole deal.
I filmed every single day out there, and the plan is still to turn that into a full video series for my YouTube channel. It’s just taking a while. It’s been about six months now, and I’ve gotten very comfortable with normal life again — real beds, real food, and not having to filter water out of a cow tank — which means editing has been moving slower than expected.
But the footage exists, the story’s there, and the videos will eventually go up on YouTube. They’re not abandoned, I’m just mildly domesticated at the moment.
Check back once in a while.
The Great Himalaya Trail
The Great Himalaya Trail is a route across the Himalayas from east to west. The original concept of the trail was to establish a single long distance trekking trail from the east end to the west end of Nepal that includes a total of roughly 1,700 kilometres (1,100 mi) of path.
There is a proposed trail of more than 4,500 kilometres (2,800 mi) stretching the length of the Greater Himalaya range from Nanga Parbat in Pakistan to Namche Barwa in Tibet thus passing through, India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet.
Although an actual continuous route is currently only a concept, if completed it would be the longest and highest alpine hiking track in the world.
I am really intrigued by this trail, as it seems a little hardcore, it has a lot of altitude, it is probably cold and it looks absolutely beautiful, so great opportunity for some amazing pictures 🙂
I haven’t really researched it yet, but for some reason it usually takes around 150 days, which seems quite crazy, taking into consideration that it is “only” 1,700 kilometers (1,056 miles).
But I will have to look into that, there is probably some logical reason 🙂
The Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail, generally known as the Appalachian Trail or simply the A.T., is a marked hiking trail in the Eastern United States extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine. The trail is about 2,200 miles (3,500 km) long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted or modified.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy describes the Appalachian Trail as the longest hiking-only trail in the world.
I would love to get my Triple Crown (you get that title by thru-hiking The Pacific Crest Trail, The Continental Divide Trail and The Appalachian Trail)
That means that I need to hike the Appalachian trail as well 🙂
Even though it is the least interesting trail of the three (at least in my opinion as I don’t really find hiking in woods especially interesting) I think it might be an awesome experience because of the social aspect of the trail, and because all the trail towns that seems to have really integrated with the whole trail culture.
Only time will tell if I manage – I will probably take me another year to save up the money, so before I am ready it will be 2030 🙂 but it’s always good to have something to look forward to.
It will probably NEVER happen! 🙂 rain, 10000s of people, and nothing but trees is not my idea of a good hike. But some day I might be out of trails to hike, and then – who knows 🙂
Pyrenean Haute Route
The Pyrenean Haute Route (or HRP for short) is like a spectacular 800 km adventure through Europe’s most stunning mountain range. Starting from the Atlantic and ending at the Mediterranean, it weaves in and out of Spain and France, following the natural boundary and taking you on a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs.
This is a trail I really wanna do as it is possible to hike it in about a month so I can do it by just using my vacation time.
The scenery looks amazing and hiking in the mountains just have a magical feeling when you look out over the landscape beneath. And hiking through those small remote towns sounds so nice and calm. I’m sold 😉
Australian Alps Walking Track (AAWT)
The Australian Alps Walking Track (AAWT) is an incredible 655km long-distance walking trail that spans across the majestic alpine regions of Victoria, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Prepare to embark on an unforgettable adventure, starting from the charming town of Walhalla in Victoria, all the way to the picturesque Tharwa near Canberra.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Australian national parks, including the renowned Alpine National Park and the dazzling Kosciuszko National Park. Along the AAWT, you will conquer exhilarating peaks such as Mount Kosciuszko, Mount Bogong, and Bimberi Peak, each offering awe-inspiring vistas and unforgettable accomplishments. Traverse the vast and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Victorian Bogong High Plains and the Main Range in New South Wales, where the sheer beauty of the surroundings will leave you speechless.
Embark on this extraordinary journey along the Australian Alps Walking Track and unlock a world of natural wonders and exhilarating challenges that will fill your heart with joy and your spirit with optimism. Let the AAWT be your guide to new heights, both literally and metaphorically.
Sheltowee Trace Trail
The mesmerizing Sheltowee Trace Trail awaits, calling adventurers to embark on an exhilarating journey spanning an astounding 343 miles (552.00 km). Picture yourself setting off from the enchanting Burnt Mill Bridge Trail Head in the heart of the magnificent Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Tennessee. As you venture forth, the trail will accompany you, weaving its way through breathtaking landscapes, until you reach the northern landscapes of Rowan County, Kentucky.
Prepare to be captivated as you traverse majestic ridges, meandering through narrow paths and delving into awe-inspiring gorges embraced by towering cliffs. Along the trail, glimpses of history await, revealing vestiges of past settlements, oil and gas wells, and the legacies of the logging industry. The trail also leads you across private lands, immersing you in the coexistence of nature and human habitation. Embrace the wonders of this extraordinary pathway, as it guides you through alternating stretches of tranquil solitude and vibrant intersections with road corridors between tracts of protected national forest land.
Indulge your adventurous spirit, for the Sheltowee Trace Trail calls upon your heart to embark on an unforgettable odyssey where nature’s symphony shall guide your every step.
Benton MacKaye Trail
The Benton MacKaye Trail is basically my controlled experiment in “Do I actually hate East Coast hiking, or do I just hate the Appalachian Trail?”
I’ve complained — loudly — about the AT: the nonstop rain, the conga line of hikers, the crowded shelters, the mud, and most of all the endless “green tunnel” with almost no views. I don’t hike to stare at wet leaves for 2,000 miles.
The BMT starts in the same place (Springer Mountain, Georgia) and lives in that same Southern Appalachian world of rhododendron, hardwood forest, mist, and humidity… but it does it differently. It’s quieter. Way quieter. You’re not packed in with thirty people at every tent spot trading ramen hacks. You can actually hike all day without seeing anyone.
It’s still mostly forest and ridgeline walking — so yes, a lot of “corridor of trees” instead of big western-style open ridgelines — but that’s kind of the point for me. The Benton MacKaye Trail lets me test that environment in a smaller, 288-mile hit: real climbs, real weather, real isolation, but without committing to the full AT circus.
If I end up loving the BMT, maybe there’s a version of “eastern hiking” I can make peace with. If I hate it, cool, data confirmed: put me back in the desert and give me my views.
Tour du Mont Blanc
Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is a 170 km / ~105 mile loop around the Mont Blanc massif through France, Italy, and Switzerland.
It’s constant high-alpine scenery: glaciers, cliffs, waterfalls, huge valleys, zero boring forest miles.
You spend most days climbing up and over big passes, then dropping into the next country. Legs on fire, brain happy.
It’s not a casual stroll — the elevation gain is real — but the payoff views are ridiculous every single day.
This is basically the opposite of the Appalachian Trail “green tunnel problem.” You’re above treeline a lot, and you can see for miles.
Another bonus: you can stay in mountain refuges, eat real hot food, and sleep in a bed instead of a damp tent.
So you still get a proper suffer-hike, just with wine and dessert.
The vibe is: work hard all day, then sit under Mont Blanc at sunset and feel smug.
It’s also super doable as a one-shot trip, not a multi-month thru.
For me, it’s on the dream list because it’s pure alpine drama with no filler miles.