St Swithun's Way long-distance [54km] footpath extends from Winchester Cathedral, Hampshire to Farnham, Surrey. It is named after Swithun, a 9th-century Bishop of Winchester. From beginning to end, places visited include Winchester Cathedral, Kings Worthy, Abbots Worthy, Martyr Worthy, Itchen Abbas, Ovington, New Alresford, Bishop's Sutton, Ropley, Four Marks, Chawton, Alton, Upper Froyle, Bentley and Farnham.
This easy 26.5 mile (43 km) trail parallels the scenic McKenzie River, gaining 1,750 ft (525 m) as it passes through many contrasting environments: lava beds, lakes, reservoirs, waterfalls, cold-water creeks and dense old-growth forests. Eleven clearly marked trailheads provide access from Hwy 126. The lower trailhead is approximately 56 miles (90 km) from Eugene and at an elevation of 1,450 ft (435 m). No permit is needed, and the lower half is great for kids.
Running route connecting all of the trails in the Albany Pine Bush system. Full circuits of the barrens, involving loops or out-and-back routes. Make use of existing trailheads and do not use shortcuts. About 46km.
The Great Divide Trail traverses the continental divide between Alberta and British Columbia, wandering through the vast wilderness of the Canadian Rocky Mountains for more than 1100 kilometres. It is one of the most spectacular and challenging long‐distance trails on the planet.