https://www.alltrails.com/ is the world’s leading outdoor trail platform, connecting 70+ million users to
100,000+ curated trails across 190+ countries—catering to hikers, runners, mountain bikers, and nature lovers of all skill levels. It blends user-generated content, expert insights, and practical tools to make outdoor exploration accessible, safe, and enjoyable.
Its strength lies in trail transparency + outdoor utility, with key offerings:
- Comprehensive Trail Library: Filter trails by activity (hiking, running, biking), difficulty (easy to hard), length, elevation gain, and amenities (dog-friendly, wheelchair-accessible, restrooms). Each listing includes detailed stats (time to complete, terrain type) and user-submitted photos/reviews.
- Offline Maps & GPS Tracking: Premium members download offline trail maps (to avoid cell service gaps) and use GPS to track real-time progress, ensuring they stay on route.
- User Community Insights: Verified hikers share tips (e.g., “bring bug spray in summer”) and updates (e.g., “trail closed at mile 2”), keeping information accurate and timely.
- Trip Planning Tools: Save favorite trails to “Lists,” share routes with friends, and view weather forecasts specific to trail locations to prepare for outings.
- Free & Premium Tiers: Free access to basic trails and reviews; AllTrails+ (paid membership) unlocks offline maps, ad-free browsing, and advanced GPS features.
- Search for Trails: Enter a location (e.g., “Rocky Mountain National Park”) or filter by activity/difficulty on the homepage.
- Explore Details: Click a trail to view stats, reviews, and photos. Check “Current Conditions” for recent user updates.
- Prepare for the Outing: Save the trail to your list, note required gear (e.g., “hiking boots recommended”), and download an offline map (if premium).
- Track Your Hike: Use the AllTrails app to start GPS tracking once on the trail, and share your experience with a review/photos afterward.
- Beginner Hikers: Find “easy” trails (e.g., 1-mile loop with flat terrain) near home to build confidence.
- Family Outings: Filter for “kid-friendly” trails with short distances and scenic spots (e.g., lakeside paths) for weekend adventures.
- Advanced Adventurers: Discover challenging routes (e.g., multi-day backcountry hikes with high elevation) and rely on offline maps for remote trips.
- Travelers: Explore local trails during trips (e.g., “coastal hikes in Portugal”) to experience destinations beyond tourist spots.