From coast-to-coast hiking trails to wild river adventures, we’ve handpicked three unforgettable routes that will challenge your body, expand your mind, and deliver some seriously stunning views. And with AI travel planning from iMean, organizing these journeys becomes not only doable—but delightfully smooth.
Route #1: Pacific Crest Trail – Hike Through Spectacular Views
Stretching from the sun-drenched deserts of Southern California to the alpine heights of the Washington Cascades, the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a legendary journey through some of the most breathtaking terrain in North America.
Whether you're tackling a weekend section or aiming for the full 2,650-mile thru-hike, iMean helps you plan a trip that fits your schedule and energy. Use the itinerary planner to break the trail into manageable stages, find cheap flights from Asheville or other departure points, and scout available hotels near key trail towns like Bend or Lake Tahoe.
Case in point: Jamie, a solo traveler from Vermont, used iMean to build a flexible hiking itinerary that allowed for spontaneous rest days and weather detours. “I searched for cheap hotels near me as I moved along the trail,” she said, “and found unexpected gems in tiny towns I never would’ve known about. iMean made it feel like I had a local guide in my pocket.”
Route #2: Appalachian Trail – A Journey Through History and Wilderness
Winding 2,190 miles across 14 states, the Appalachian Trail (AT) blends natural beauty with rich regional history. It’s more than a walk through the woods; it’s a pilgrimage to the American spirit.
Planning to hike a section or the entire Great Smoky Mountains Trail? With iMean, you can coordinate group travel planning, search for hotels in nearby towns, and identify strategic refueling points. The platform’s intuitive itinerary planning features help you avoid common rookie mistakes, like underestimating mileage or not finding the right hotel.
Traveler’s Tip: Dan and his college buddies turned their spring break into a mini AT adventure. “We used iMean’s travel checklist and vacation planner to prepare our gear and book accommodations near our destination,” he says. “It saved us hours of round-trip travel time.”
