Find the Best Hikes Across Every New England State
New England is home to some of the most diverse hiking in the Northeast, from the rugged White Mountains of New Hampshire and the coastal trails of Maine to peaceful forest paths, waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and family-friendly hikes throughout the region. Choose a state below to explore curated hiking guides, top trail lists, local outdoor articles, and searchable trail information.
Explore More Than Just Trail Lists
Each state guide is designed to help you plan better hikes with curated trail recommendations, local outdoor articles, scenic destinations, and helpful hiking resources.
Browse curated lists of the best hikes in each New England state, including scenic trails, mountain views, waterfalls, and must-visit outdoor destinations.
Read state-specific hiking articles, seasonal guides, outdoor tips, and trail recommendations built for real hikers.
Find hiking trails by location, difficulty, distance, scenery, and trail type using the New England Trails trail finder.
Explore waterfall hikes, coastal trails, family-friendly routes, dog-friendly hikes, mountain trails, and scenic viewpoint hikes.
Featured New England Hiking Guides
Find out which hiking trails are best for you by reading our featured articles
The Best Waterfall Hikes in New Hampshire
The Best Fall Foliage Hikes in Vermont
Best Scenic Hikes in Massachusetts
Best Coastal Hikes in Rhode Island
Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in Connecticut
Best Mountain Hikes in New Hampshire
Whether you’re looking for mountain hikes in New Hampshire, coastal trails in Maine, waterfall hikes in Vermont, scenic walks in Massachusetts, peaceful forest trails in Connecticut, or ocean-view hikes in Rhode Island, New England Trails helps you explore the best hiking destinations across the region. Use this page to browse hiking trails by state, discover local guides, and find outdoor experiences that match your skill level, travel plans, and favorite scenery.