A Lake District walk has been ranked one of the best in the world. Placed 15th, Catbells near Keswick was ranked ahead of Italy’s beautiful Path of the Gods on the Amalfi’s Coast, and even ahead of the iconic four-day Inca trail in Peru or trekking up Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The Catbells circular offers an unforgettable walking experience with stunning panoramic vistas of Derwentwater and the surrounding fells.

The analysis of the best hiking trails in the world was performed by Explore Worldwide, and assessed them by distance, elevation, duration, weather and Instagrammability, with each walk allocated weighted points for each of these five categories. Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier Trail claimed the top spot in the global rankings for its awe-inspiring beauty. Coming in second is New Zealand’s Hooker Valley Track, known for its stunning vistas, while America’s Scenic Drive in Zion National Park, Utah completes the podium with its breathtaking views.
The full list of 35 hikes that were identified as the best in the world are as follows:
| Overall Rank | Hike/Trail | Town/City/Area | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perito Moreno Glacier Trail |
El Calafate, Santa Cruz |
Argentina |
| 2 | Hooker Valley Track | Canterbury | New Zealand |
| 3 | Scenic Drive, Zion National Park |
Springdale, Utah |
USA |
| 4 | Continental Divide Trail From NM 547 |
Grants, New Mexico |
USA |
| 5 | Lower Yosemite Falls Trail | Yosemite Valley, California |
USA |
| 6 | Carnarvon Gorge | Carnarvon Park, Queensland |
Australia |
| 7 | Colca Canyon: Cabanaconde – Llahuar |
Cabanaconde, Arequipa |
Peru |
| 8 | Wineglass Bay | Tasmania | Australia |
| 9 | B’nei Hamoshavim Ascent Loop from ןיע ידג |
Ein Gedi | Israel |
| 10 | Jaffa Port – St Peter’s Church Loop from יזבש |
Tel Aviv | Israel |
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