Laramie Peak

10 Best Fall Hiking Trails in the U.S. and Canada

"A rigorous 4.2-mile summit hike in southeast Wyoming that rewards effort with solitude and abundant wildlife sightings—black bears, deer, and mountain lions are possibilities—and, owing to a rough gravel approach and a mostly tree-covered route, offers a secluded off-the-beaten-path experience with strong autumn color." - Stacey Lastoe Stacey Lastoe Stacey Lastoe is an Emmy Award-winning editor and journalist who covers travel, food and drink, wellness, and more. A former senior editor for CNN Travel, she now contributes to publications including Food & Wine, The New York Post, and Condé Nast Traveler. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines