Which national trail is the shortest UK?

The Yorkshire Wolds Way is actually the shortest of the National Trails, at 79 miles long, closely followed by the Hadrian's Wall Path, at 84 miles. Either of these routes can be walked in 5 or 6 days.



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Offa's Dyke Path Crossing the border between England and Wales more than 10 times, the Offa's Dyke National Trail path follows some of the finest scenery in both countries for 177 miles (285 km).

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With a combined ascent that exceeds the height of Mount Everest, the Pennine Way is arguably the most challenging National Trail in England and the route is recommended for experienced walkers who want a unique experience – but you don't have to walk it all at once! The Pennine Way is hilly and often remote.

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Following the jagged coastline of South West England from Minehead in Somerset to Poole in Dorset via Land's End in Cornwall, the South West Coast Path is a long-distance walk of epic proportions. At 630 miles in total, it is the longest of the National Trails.

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Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail – 444 miles Suffused with more than 10,000 years of human history, the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail might be the shortest of the country's National Scenic Trails, but the track has plenty to offer hikers and equestrians.

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Half Dome, Yosemite National Park From the moment you lay eyes on the last 400 feet of the Half Dome hike, you'll understand why it's considered one of the most dangerous hikes in America.

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The wild beaches, deep lochs and craggy castles of Scotland are described by Rough Guides as some of the most wonderful and beautiful sights in the world – helping the country to top the reader list.

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The Milford Track has been called “the finest walk in the world”!

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Most thru-hikers use a trail name along their long-distance hike. TRIPLE CROWNER: A thru-hiker who completes hiking all three major USA hiking trails: The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), The Appalachian Trail (AT), and The Continental Divide Trail (CDT.)

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Continental Divide Trail Arguably the most challenging thru-hike of the National Scenic Trails, it traverses five states, ranges from 4,000 to 14,000-feet in elevation, and passes through alpine tundra, broad glacial valleys, craggy mountain peaks, and desolate desert landscapes.

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4. Appalachian Trail for the most accessible thru-hiking trek. The 'granddaddy' of this list. Forming part of the 'Triple Crown of Hiking' alongside The Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail is also the most user-friendly.

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You'll want to note that the AT takes five to seven months to complete its 2,190 miles, while the PCT take four to six months to complete 2,650 miles of trail. That shows, when evaluating the most obvious factor, terrain, the AT is without question the more difficult of the two trails.

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