19 trips that should not be on your wish list

It’s best to never add these 19 walking routes to your list of travel plans and desires, unless you are attracted to blood, dirt and stressful situations!

The following tracks require intensive training, excellent equipment and considerable experience. For many of them, good fitness and stamina are also useful, given the high altitude or extreme conditions with limited access to food and water. You should not go to these places unaccompanied by professionals or experts.

Cocode Trail, Papua New Guinea

What is it: On this historic road, battles were fought between Australian and Japanese forces during World War II. It connects the north and south coast of Papua New Guinea.

What is the difficulty: It extends for 60 miles and can only be walked on foot. Sudden changes in temperature, constant rainfall and endemic diseases are a very serious obstacle.

Devil's Way, New York

What is it: Located in the Catskill Mountains, this route is known as one of the most dangerous in the eastern United States.

What is the difficulty: It is 24 miles with climbs of 7 peaks and very dangerous rocks that you have to climb, with limited supplies of water and food.

Via Ferrata, Italy and Austria

What is it: Translated from Italian, this name means "railroad" and is a climb to the top in the Alps using a steel cable for climbers.

What is the difficulty: Here you can find both less complicated and completely unrealistic routes. A difficult route will require a lot of time (at least 8 hours). The traveler will have to overcome very steep climbs and dizzying heights.

King Ravine Trail, New Hampshire

What is it: Part of the White Mountain National Forest. The hike runs through two mountains - Adams and Adams 4 and opens up tremendous ice caves for travelers.

What is the difficulty: The first five miles of this 23-mile route involve climbing to a height of almost 1,500 m. Forget about even breathing!

Wine Picchu, Peru

What is it: This is a mountain near the historic site of Machu Picchu.

What is the difficulty: The route is called the “Campaign of Death” and involves a climb to a height of 300 m over crumbling slippery stones. However, many say that in fact the rise is less frightening than it seems at first glance.

Paintbrush Canyon, Wyoming

What is it: Located right in the Grand Teton National Park and has two camping areas.

What is the difficulty: A grueling route extending 36 miles.

Three Apostles, Colorado

What is it: These are the three peaks - the Northern Apostle, Ice Mountain and the Western Apostle.

What is the difficulty: Conquering this 27-mile route, you will climb to a height of 2300 m, to the peaks covered with snow. During the campaign, you will have to overcome ice hummocks and severe thunderstorms.

Huashan Mountain, China

What is it: This mountain with five peaks, as a rule, was used for military operations. In addition, Taoists and Buddhists found refuge here.

What is the difficulty: If you are not afraid of a path on a cliff and climbing stairs to a great height, this route is for you. In view of the growing popularity of this route, railings were built here, and especially risky places were simply closed.

Grandview Trail, Grand Canyon

What is it: Gold mining buildings. There are three paths that lead to the Colorado River. Two of them are extremely complex.

What is the difficulty: 21 miles under the relentlessly scorching sun. Rises and descents in total will take about 3,000 m of path.

Hoh-High Divide, Washington

What is it: This place, located in the Olympic Mountains, is characterized by tropical forests, glaciers, valleys and fabulous flowers.

What is the difficulty: 45 miles with ascents and descents under inexhaustible torrential rains.

Aonach Eagach Ridge, Scotland

What is it: The mountain range is 6.21 miles.

What is the difficulty: A fairly narrow and steep path requires good physical preparation. It will not do without severe weather conditions.

Caribou California

What is it: Trail leading to the Trinity Alps and Caribou Lakes.

What is the difficulty: No shade and water for 26 miles and a climb to a height of almost 4000 m.

Royal trail, Spain

What is it: A path leading through the narrow gorge of El Chorro, in the province of Malaga.

What is the difficulty: This is one of the most dangerous walking routes in the world because of the steel bars at an altitude of 30 meters, along which you will have to get to your destination.

Ruckel Ridge Loop, Oregon

What is it: This 8-mile route is considered one of the most dangerous and treacherous "walks" along the gorge. To prepare yourself mentally, you can start your trek with a stop at the Eagle Creek Campground.

What is the difficulty: This is a continuous obstacle course on an almost vertical path.

Mayes, Utah

What is it: Canyonlands National Park is located in the Mays County, on the territory of which you can spend several unforgettable days away from civilization.

What is the difficulty: Get ready for dehydration and physical exhaustion!

Dragon Mountains South Africa

What is it: There is no one particular route along which it is customary to cross the Drakensberg Mountains.

What is the difficulty: A very difficult 40-mile zigzag path, during which you should not look down.

Cascade Saddle, New Zealand

What is it: The hike begins at an altitude of 1,500 m, and ends at an altitude of about 3,500 m above sea level.

What is the difficulty: Snow and ice make this 11-mile path incredibly slippery and dangerous. For such a trip, at least special shoes will be required.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii

What is it: The path runs along the coast of Na Pali on the island of Kauai. You will cross 5 valleys before you reach Kalalau Beach.

What is the difficulty: During this 22-mile hike, you may encounter wet landslides, steep rocky hills and remote beaches, near which the ocean can be damn scary.

Volcano Pakaya, Guatemala

What is it: A path that begins in the rainforest and ends in a distant, rocky edge will introduce you to the awesome active volcano.

What is the difficulty: The incredible proximity of exceptionally hot lava. Even when the volcano does not erupt, its close proximity will make you feel constant heat.