Photos: Adrenaline rush hikes in the world that are not for the faint hearted

Going for small hikes and trekking with your friends or family during the holiday season is fun but there are some hikes in the world that will put you to the test. Many people love adrenaline activities and are often looking for opportunities to do something that is not for the faint-hearted.

Updated on: Aug 23, 2021 3:13 PM IST

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Here are top six hikes in the world that are only for the adrenaline junkies. (Unsplash)

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Aonach Eagach Ridge, Scotland: This is one of the most overlooked and thrilling trails in the United Kingdom. After six miles there will be a drop of more than a thousand feet. (Unsplash)

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Granite peak: Montana: This peak is considered to be the second-hardest state highpoint in America. You will have to hike for approximately 20 miles to reach the summit of this 12,799-foot peak. (Unsplash)

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Besseggen Ridge, Norway: This is one of the most famous hikes in Norway with around 30,000 people walking this trip each year. (Unsplash)

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Angel's Landing, Utah: This trail is in Zion National Park, southwestern Utah, United States. Several trekkers have also have fallen and died from Angels Landing, or the trail to it. (Unsplash)

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Mount Huashan in China: This mind-boggling trek is considered to be one of the most dangerous hikes in the world. The trail is made up of ladders, chains, and boardwalks thousands of feet in the air. (Unsplash)

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Lion's Head, South Africa: This mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, lies between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. This 8-mile round-trip trail gets more challenging when you have to climb ladders and work your way up with the help of a series of chains. (Unsplash)