For many people, vacations are a time for well-being and comfort. But not for you. You're a hiker and as soon as you show the out-of-office message, you're ready to hit the trails. But finding a new vacation destination where the views and trails are also beautiful like the price can be tricky.
GOBankingRates laced up the hiking shoes, grabbed a hiking pole, and set out on a daring search for the best places to hike this holiday season — without giving altitude sickness to your wallet.
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Hike the Grand Canyon
REI: These three little letters make a big impact in the world of outdoor adventure. It should come as no surprise, then, that the company itself runs a variety of retreats, including this Grand Canyon excursion for moderate-level hikers. For four days, you can hike the majestic Grand Canyon (about six miles per day) in the company of other hikers. As part of your $3,299 package, or $2,999 if you're an REI member, you also get accommodations in the national park with canyon views.
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Hiking and Camping in Joshua Tree National Park
Vacation in beautiful Joshua Tree National Park with another REI travel package. During a four-day stay in Southern California, you'll enjoy a four- to five-mile hike through a complex variety of desert landscapes, as well as meals prepared by a guide. If you're an REI member, this camping trip will cost $1,799; and if it doesn't, you'll pay $1,979.
Zion National Park
The website RunRepeat calls St. George, Utah, the state's “warm-weather retreat” and “the perfect winter getaway for those who want incredible mountain views without battling freezing temperatures.” It's also home to the beautiful Zion National Park, where you can experience a wide range of trails suitable for hikers of all abilities. A standard pass costs between $20 and $35, while an annual national parks pass costs only $70. If you are looking for an overnight trip, you can stay at the Zion Lodge or take advantage of the large campsite available.
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