Charleston Peak (3,632m / 11,916 feet) is highest peak in Nevada, and offers great views over southern Nevada. The South Loop is one of a number of routes to the Mount Charleston summit.
The highest mountain in the “contiguous 48 states”, Mount Whitney is a tough overnight hike – or an even more gruelling and long day walk to the 4,420m (14,500 feet) summit.
Manisan Mountain (469m) is one of three sacred mountains in Korea, with two hiking paths that lead to an altar and temple on the summit.
Ruined Castle is one of the more popular half-day Blue Mountains bushwalks: it offers classic Blue Mountains vistas, pleasant walking through rainforest and 360 degree views from the rocky peak.
Mt Ku-ring-gai to Berowra along the Berowra Track is a pleasant bushwalk that follows Cowan Creek for most of the way, with views on the descent from Mt Ku-ring-gai and the remains of a metal boat hull at Waratah Bay.
Turtlehead Peak in Red Rock Canyon is a short but strenuous climb to a summit with great views of Las Vegas valley. It’s considered a “must do” peak for local hikers.
The Blue Diamond Overlook trail lies just outside of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, and features views over the Las Vegas valley and skyline.
A demanding return trip from the Grand Canyon South Rim down to the Colorado River, descending via the South Kaibab Trail and returning via the Bright Angel Trail.
An overnight guided hike to the summit of Mount Kinabalu (4,095m), the highest peak in Borneo’s Crocker Range and the highest mountain in Malaysia. Ascent via the Timpohon Trail and descent via the Lows Peak Via Ferrata.
A short walk in the Muogamarra Nature Reserve to the Lloyd Trig, which offers views over the Hawkesbury River.