long-distance path

Multi-day hiking trail

A long-distance path is a designated hiking route extending over considerable distance, typically requiring multiple days to complete.

These trails are usually waymarked and maintained, often traversing scenic or historically significant terrain: We walked the Appalachian Trail, the Pennine Way is Britain's oldest long-distance path.

Also called long-distance trail or long-distance footpath.

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trekking · campsite · wild camping · heritage site · conservation area · greenway · backpacking · bridleway · cycling · signpost · shelter · water source · trail magic · trail running · pack weight · boardwalk · footbridge · scenic overlook

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Short walking excursion outdoors

short walk · nature trail · loop trail · interpretive trail · stroll

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Unofficial trail from footfall

unmarked trail · bushwhacking

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G