10 Epic Hiking Trails Around the World Worth Packing Your Waterproof Backpack For

 I’ve been chasing trails for years—sometimes for days, sometimes just for the kind of peace that only comes from walking through unfamiliar terrain. Whether you're into altitude, alpine lakes, or hidden valleys, here's a round-up of 10 unforgettable backpacking trails I’d recommend to anyone who lives with a little dirt under their nails.

Bring a waterproof backpack for hiking (mine’s a 20L model that fits tight in the shoulders and doesn’t complain about weather), and get ready to plan your next long walk.

Snow-capped peaks and winding green ridges along the Annapurna Circuit trail in Nepal


1. Annapurna Circuit, Nepal

Days: 12–20 | Best season: Mar–May / Sep–Nov

 Starts in Besi Sahar and ends near Pokhara. Snow-capped ridges, dramatic passes, and cultural villages make it one of the world’s greatest multi-day trekking routes.


2. Inca Trail, Peru

Days: 4–5 | Best season: May–Sep

 Wind your way through ancient Incan sites and jungles before arriving at Machu Picchu—timeless, misty, and iconic.


3. Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim, USA

Days: 2–4 | Best season: Mar–May / Sep–Nov

 It’s not the length, it’s the elevation. Descend and ascend the canyon rim with a light 20L hiking pack—just don’t forget layers for temperature swings.


4. The Eiger Trail, Switzerland

Days: 5–7 | Best season: Jun–Sep

 Glacier backdrops, green valleys, and trail huts. This one’s as much about quiet Alpine rhythm as it is the views.


5. Milford Track, New Zealand

Days: 4–5 | Best season: Oct–Apr

 Rainforests, river crossings, waterfalls—it’s postcard-perfect New Zealand.


6. Tiger Leaping Gorge, China

Days: 2–3 | Best season: Mar–May / Sep–Oct

 Narrow canyon paths, riverside cliffs, and a surreal scale that turns every turn into a photo moment.


7. Banff National Park Trails, Canada

Days: 3–7 | Best season: Jun–Sep

 A mix of icy lakes, pine forest, and high passes. You’ll want your hiking gear waterproofed for this one.


8. Overland Track, Australia

Days: 5–6 | Best season: Nov–Apr

 Tassie’s highland trail is peaceful, remote, and filled with wildlife.


9. Laugavegur Trail, Iceland

Days: 3–4 | Best season: Jun–Aug

 Lava fields, snow patches, and steaming valleys. Your gear will get tested—especially your waterproof hiking backpack.


10. Tour du Mont Blanc, France/Italy/Switzerland

Days: 4–6 | Best season: Jun–Sep

 Alpine charm and serious scenery in three countries. Think rivers, meadows, and mountain huts.


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