Trips

Explore the highest arches east of the Mississippi River at one of the most popular destinations in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area! With scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is rich with natural, historic and cultural features. The park is on the world famous…

SPECIAL $250 REGISTRATION & ONE FREE SPACE AVAILABLE: thanks to a generous donation by another AHS volunteer, we have one space available completely free of cost! Please email volunteer@americanhiking.org for information on how to register for this project at no cost, on a first come basis! Our federal public lands are facing threats like never…

Immerse Yourself in Alaska Life with temperate outdoor camping with Indoor Meals, Hot Showers, and Wifi in town! Join us in Whittier, Alaska in the heart of the Chugach National Forest and Prince William Sound! Volunteers will be making a tangible impact as they construct new trail, build sturdy retaining wall sections, step & run…

SPECIAL $250 REGISTRATION: Our federal public lands are facing threats like never before—over 5,700 staff have been eliminated and funding is being cut resulting in trails eroding, habitats shrinking, and public access cut off. Your support is needed now more than ever to protect these places! We are in urgent need of volunteers on projects…

Join one of the most popular recurring Volunteer Vacations to help this friendly island community maintain local trails! Enjoy stunning ocean vistas, where there is a chance to see a pod of orca whales, humpbacks, or a plethora of other marine life and sea birds. Situated in the northern reaches of Washington State’s Puget Sound,…

History comes alive in the Bridger-Teton National Forest! The Shafer Creek Trail is part of a trail system that makes up a section of the historic Oregon Trail. Volunteers will enjoy Kemmerer, Wyoming a scenic location with great fishing at the Kemmerer Reservoir, Lake Viva Naughton, or the Hams Fork River. History abounds with the…

Experience the Sierra-Nevada Wilderness like never before! Located between Lake Tahoe and Sacramento, Mokelumne Wilderness is a rugged landscape of great scenic beauty. Volunteers will help repair the avalanche damaged Camp Irene Trail in a high elevation glacial canyon! During a heavy winter a large avalanche severely damaged a 1/2 mile section of this trail…

A backpacking adventure with the planning done for you! Come enjoy the magnificent mountains, the serenity of wilderness, the miracle of spring flowers, majestic big game, and the sounds of birds here in the Bitterroot Mountains! Explore nature and support trails in this 1.6 million acre forest on this project near Missoula, Montana! This project…

Join this Backpacking Trip in the Nation’s First National Forest! (Planning and Logistics done by AHS and the Forest Service) Join the Shoshone National Forest's Trails program for an exciting backcountry experience on the Deer Creek trail! The Deer Creek trail is a challenging twelve mile trail with stunning views of the Washakie Wilderness as…

Summertime on the Oregon Coast! Come help restore the Salal Hill Trail in the scenic coastal town of Newport, Oregon while looking for whales, agates and seabirds galore! Newport has been a vacation destination from its earliest days. The first tourists traveled to Newport to enjoy beachside hotels, hot sea baths, salt water taffy and…

Backpacking among Oregon’s Glacial Lakes and Wild and Scenic Rivers! Join this popular backcountry backpacking project in the stunning Eagle Cap Wilderness! The Eagle Cap Wilderness lies in the heart of the Wallowa Mountains in northeastern Oregon on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Volunteers on the 2025 Eagle Cap Wilderness Volunteer Vacation will perform trail maintenance…

Beluga whales and a gold rush town among scenic Alaskan Trails! The Gull Rock Trail offers some enthralling views as it extends for 5.7 miles along the south shore of the Turnagain Arm from the end of the Hope Highway to a rocky peninsula. It travels over gradual hills with occasional steep sections and has…

Feel Worlds Away while only Miles Apart from Boston! Join this project to work on trails just outside of the bustling city of Boston! Volunteers will have a chance to learn new skills and conduct trail maintenance on several trails located in the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge. Join this project and increase equitable access…

Explore the longest known cave system in the world! Mammoth Cave National Park is a park on two levels – 52,830 acres of reclaimed hardwood forest and winding riverways, and below it, the longest known cave system in the world, surveyed at 426 miles to date. It’s also a designated World Heritage Site and a…

Experience the Appalachian Trail in the Berkshires! Help protect the Appalachian Trail and enjoy the beauty of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts! Boasting more than 100 world class cultural attractions, superior outdoor recreation, and a famous farm-to-table food scene, the Berkshires promises an unforgettable experience. On this project, volunteers will use a GPS, map,…

Join us in Moab to immerse yourself in a desert landscape among some of the south west's most stunning geological features and national parks! Located in the heart of the Colorado Plateau, the Bureau of Land Management Moab Field Office encompasses 1.8 million acres of stunningly scenic canyon country. Carved by the Colorado and Green…

Virginia Treasure Needs Your Support Following Hurricane! This project is open to anyone who feels that an all- women’s trip that centers and celebrates the experience of women is the right space for them. Visit one of the original six Virginia State Parks! Hungry Mother State Park is known for beautiful woodlands and a placid…

Explore the Adirondacks! Created in 1892 as one of the first Forever Wild Forest Preserves in the nation, the Adirondack Park is a unique wilderness area, and volunteers are needed to help maintain it! This project will take place in the Champlain Valley, home to the famous Lake Champlain and several breweries, wineries, historic museums,…

An Exclusive Experience at Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge! Support Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge by helping maintain the Eagle Roost Trail and Hoot Owl Loop. Volunteers will have the opportunity to dig for selenite crystals on the salt flats (the only place in the world for the hourglass!), have a private tour from refuge…

Dive into St. John’s 3,000 years of human history! Go beyond Virgin Islands National Park’s stunning white-sand beaches. Hike to historic plantation sites to learn about a challenging past when sugar and enslaved labor dominated life on the island. Visit the Indigenous Taino’s ancient petroglyphs. Snorkel coral reefs to discover hidden marine life. Two-thirds of…

Natchez Trace State Park and Forest contains 48,000 heavily forested acres of hardwood and pine, with many lakes and abundant wildlife including turkey, deer, squirrels and many bird species. While staying in the group lodge, volunteers will work near the picturesque Cub Creek Lake, a 58 acre lake built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in…

Dive into St. John’s 3,000 years of human history! Go beyond Virgin Islands National Park’s stunning white-sand beaches. Hike to historic plantation sites to learn about a challenging past when sugar and enslaved labor dominated life on the island. Visit the Indigenous Taino’s ancient petroglyphs. Snorkel coral reefs to discover hidden marine life. Two-thirds of…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Nestled in the foothills of San Diego County while still close enough to the beaches and downtown San Diego, Ramona is a paradise for…

Join Southern Blue Ridge Hikers in beautiful North Carolina to help restore the Chattooga River Trail in the Nantahala National Forest! Enjoy the modern comforts of staying in a recently restored lodge with wifi, chef prepared meals, and walking access to the quaint nearby town and local attractions. In your downtime, volunteers will have time…

Join Southern Blue Ridge Hikers in beautiful North Carolina to help restore the Chattooga River Trail in the Nantahala National Forest! Enjoy the modern comforts of staying in a recently restored lodge with wifi, chef prepared meals, and walking access to the quaint nearby town and local attractions. In your downtime, volunteers will have time…

Combine a pre-planned backpacking trip with trail cleanup! Hike 2 miles to basecamp and then hike 2-6 miles roundtrip daily while working on the trail. The King Range National Conservation Area has over 85 miles of wilderness hiking trails and 25 miles of mountain bike trails. Rolling hills of wildflowers, hundreds of elephant seals, and…

Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in the island paradise of Santa Catalina Island, just off the Southern California coast. Explore diverse coastal habitat and maintain trails at the same time with this popular and beautiful trip. Santa Catalina, one of California’s Channel Islands, lies southwest of Los Angeles. It’s known for its wildlife, scuba…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! A weeklong adventure on San Juan Island, a beloved paradise off the North West edge of Washington State. During the Spring, April - May,…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! A Canoe experience like never before in an outdoor lovers paradise! The Ely - Kawishiwi District of the Superior National Forest features ample canoeing,…

Ketchikan is a picturesque town in southeast Alaska. Surrounded by mountains and ocean, it is a photographers dream. Whether you would like to stroll down the sidewalk and explore small-town shops while staying in the Ketchikan Misty Fjords Bunkhouse in town or hike in the temperate rainforest, this location is for you. Ketchikan has wonderful…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest is a fantastic representation of the unique Nebraska Sandhills prairie ecosystem. Popular uses of the forest include hunting, fishing,…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Siskiyou Wilderness | In partnership with the Bigfoot Trail Alliance & Klamath National Forest Step into the wild heart of the Siskiyou Mountains, where…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Trees stretch skyward, leaves rustle in the wind, and birdsong echoes all around. All this beauty and only 12 miles from the nation's capital!…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! In the beautiful Dolly Sods Wilderness Area volunteers will work on a boardwalk that was constructed 20 years ago with help from the American…

Come work and adventure in beautiful Whittier, Alaska! Situated on the shores of Prince William Sound, Whittier was originally built as a secret military installation, with all 253 residents still occupying both converted barracks buildings. A safe, small, walkable town, harbor, and campsite sit among towering peaks, beaches, dozens of waterfalls, glaciers, the rainforest, and…

Take in the iconic peaks that tower over the headwaters of the spectacular Clark's Fork River in Cooke City, MT. Known as the “Lake District” of the Beartooths, with some of the largest lakes in the range scattered across the landscape. Basecamp will be at the historic U.S. Forest Service Ranger Station Cabin, near the…

Build Trail Experience in Allegany State Park "the wilderness playground of Western New York" and the nationally recognized North Country Scenic Trail! Special 1-Year Membership to Finger Lakes Trail Conference included! Join the Finger Lakes Trail Conference at Allegany State Park for the third year of a multiyear effort to revitalize the 20.6 miles of…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Join one of the most popular recurring Volunteer Vacations to help this friendly island community maintain local trails! Enjoy stunning ocean vistas, where there…

The small City of Cody—gateway to the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park—offers a full range of amenities, including a regional airport, multiple grocery stores, coffee shops, and diverse dining options. Despite its size, Cody has a vibrant cultural environment shaped by a strong tourism heritage and deep ties to the American West. Cody is…

Join this backpacking trip in the Pasayten Wilderness, one of the most beloved backpacking destinations in all of Washington state! You'll experience some of the most beautiful, remote and rugged terrain in the Pacific Northwest while enjoying sweeping views of mountain valleys, wildflower meadows, and starry skies. Your, crew leader, Seher, is a experienced naturalist/interpretive…

Build new trail for dogs! This project supports one of Lewis and Clark State Park's (LCSP) most popular recreation spaces by creating a clearly defined, durable route for dog walkers, families, and day-use visitors who frequent the shoreline and beach areas of the park. Northwest North Dakota offers one of the most diverse landscapes and…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Hoosier National Forest is located near Bloomington Indiana, home to Indiana University.  The Charles C. Deam Wilderness is a congressionally designated wilderness area with…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! The Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania is home to some of the most spectacular natural scenery and exhilarating outdoor recreation in the eastern…

Experience the Sierra-Nevada Wilderness like never before! Located between Lake Tahoe and Sacramento, Mokelumne Wilderness is a rugged landscape of great scenic beauty. On your off day, rest and relax at your remote mountain base camp, or enjoy one of the many surrounding lakes, peaks, and trails. This project will take place deep in the…

Backpacking among Oregon’s Glacial Lakes and Wild and Scenic Rivers! Join this popular backcountry backpacking project in the stunning Eagle Cap Wilderness! The Eagle Cap Wilderness lies in the heart of the Wallowa Mountains in northeastern Oregon on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The East Fork Lostine Trail is a popular route used to access the…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (not suitable for overnight backpacking) (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Backpacking through New Mexico's Iconic high -country trails! Travel high in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New…

Southeast Montana is a beautiful and diverse region. The area provides a wide range of recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, rafting, bird watching, rock collecting, mountain biking, camping, and more. This region is world-famous for its paleontological discoveries, including well-known dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops. Enjoy Dean S. Reservoir, located approximately 12…

***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (not suitable for overnight backpacking) (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! Join American Hiking and Ascend Wilderness Experience for a guided stewardship backpacking trip in the Trinity Alps Wilderness! A…

Located in the heart of the Missouri Ozark Plateau, the Ozark Trail goes through the Mark Twain National Forest and provides ample hiking, floating and biking opportunities. You can experience five of the world's largest fresh water springs, float on three of the most scenic rivers in the country and even encounter wild horses of…

Explore the longest known cave system in the world! This trip includes a free cave tour! Mammoth Cave National Park is a park on two levels – 52,830 acres of reclaimed hardwood forest and winding riverways, and below it, the longest known cave system in the world, surveyed at 426 miles to date. It’s also…