The next time you feel like escaping into nature and just going where the road takes you, consider hopping on the Great Plains Trail. This path runs across America and is the perfect way to soak up the beauty of the West. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Great Plains Trail is a 2,200-mile trail that winds through the Great Plains region of North America, spanning seven states. The trail runs from Canada’s Grassland National Park on the U.S./Canada border to the summit of Guadalupe Peak in Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas.
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Though some of the trail is still in the planning phase, the route passes through three national parks, three national monuments, 10 national forests, five state high points, and 15 state parks. The stunning trail allows for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Almost every inch of this trail offers truly amazing views and unparalleled natural beauty.
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Much of the path uses actual hiking trails, but some of the route runs along roads. It’s important to note that along with gorgeous scenery and breathtaking vistas, the Great Plain Trail may also lead to encounters with wild animals. Every traveler should take care to appreciate the beauty of creatures such as cattle, elk, bears, bison, and coyotes from afar.

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