About HikeWize

HikeWize is a comprehensive hiking trail database providing detailed information for 2,250 trails across 20 national parks and all 50 states plus DC. Our mission is to help hikers of all levels find the perfect trail by providing accurate, data-driven trail information.

What We Offer

• 2,250 Trail Profiles — Detailed data on distance, elevation gain, difficulty, surface type, dog policies, ratings, and seasonal recommendations.
• 20 National Parks — Park-level data including trail counts, total miles, area, and average difficulty.
• 51 State Summaries — State-by-state hiking data with trail counts, parks, highest points, and top trails.
• 10 Trail Categories — Browse by trail type including day hikes, backpacking, waterfall trails, summit trails, and more.
• Expert Guides — In-depth articles on hiking preparation, gear, safety, and trail selection.

Our Data

Trail data is compiled from authoritative sources including the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, and established trail databases. We include distance, elevation, difficulty ratings, surface conditions, dog policies, user ratings, and seasonal accessibility for every trail.

Part of the DataPeek Network

HikeWize is part of the DataPeek Insights Network, a family of data-driven reference sites covering topics from outdoor recreation to personal finance. Each site in our network is built on verified, publicly available data to provide clear, actionable insights.