8 Most Dangerous Hikes In The World

Our world is filled with the most amazing natural wonders, ones so spectacular that it’s hard to keep ourselves away from them, no matter how dangerous they are. Actually, the danger aspect seems to be what draws many people to them, as they tend to revel in the challenge that rough, demanding terrain and weather conditions creates for them. Some of the most hazardous means for enjoying – or challenging – everything nature has to offer come in the form of hiking trails, and, oddly enough, it’s man that creates many of these hazards. Listed here are 25 of the most dangerous hiking trails in the world, and many of them wouldn’t even exist if it were not for the interference of man. Such examples can be found in trails that only exist due to the very narrow wooden planks that have been secured into sheer cliff faces – thousands of feet above the ground I might add.



1. Cascade Saddle, New Zealand




After the death of a German tracker in 2013, the local coroners had demanded a ban on this hiking trek. Despite its breathtaking views that would just take you to the setting of "Lord of the Rings", this trekking path is an 11 miles long route through the Mt. Aspiring National Park on New Zealand's South Island. It takes approximately two days to complete this trek. Just for your very kind information, near about 12 trekkers have faced drastic falls from the peaks of this trekking path leading to loss of their lives but it is highly popular for its adventurous offerings.




2. Huayna Picchu, Peru




Rising over the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu, the Inca trail to Machchu Picchu and further the "Hike to the Death City" of Huayna Picchu, this trek takes several casualties every year. The number of trekkers is also restricted to 400 per day. There are steel cables to cross a few parts of the trek. According to local guides, the top of the mountain was the residence for the high priest and the local virgins. Every morning before sunrise, the high priest with a small group would walk to Machu Picchu to signal the coming of the new day.




3. Drakensberg Traverse, South Africa




The count of deaths for this hike trail every year is nowhere less than 100. In the year, 1985, approximately 55 people had lost their lives while on this trek. It takes 6 days on an average to complete this trek, the beginning of which is the most challenging part. Bumpy chain ladders to the ridge, animal tracks, herding trails, and rock scrambles meet together to constitute this adrenaline rushing trail.




4. Aonach Eagach Ridge, Scotland




A four-mile route following the Glen Coe Valley and crossing two Munros (mountains), Aonach Eagach Ridge in Scotland is one of the most breathtaking experiences in the world. Knife-edge trails with steep turns and paths to follow, this trek has been termed as the narrowest ridge on the British mainland. A path known as the Devil's Staircase crosses the range about 6 km east of Meall Dearg.




5. El Caminito del Rey, Spain




Situated in Spain's Malaga province, Caminito del Rey which translates to 'Little King's Path' is officially closed for general public. It hangs 100 feet up, the two mile concrete path was built a century back to serve local workers while they were working on a hydroelectric plant. It is one of the most favourite hikes for professional hikers since the broken passages of the path add to the crazy adventure.




6. Kalalau, Hawaii




An isolated jungle, dangerously ardous slopes and a spotless primitive beach at the end, the Kalalau trail along the Na Pali Coast in Hawaii is the best bet for adventure and natural allurement. The matter of concern are the falling rocks, swollen pathways during rainfalls and the narrow passages. Most people also lose their lives at Kalalau while swimming in the remote beaches.




7. Maroon Bells South Ridge, Colorado




This 12-mile round-trip hike is one of the most picturesque hiking trails of the world. While the danger level is quite low as compared to other spots yet this one too is not to be taken for granted. It's comparatively easy for the first 11,000 feet but after that the landscape setting and the mercurial weather have taken quite a number of lives over the years.




8. Via Ferrata, Italy and Austria



This route was used during the first World War by special troops. Today hikers satisfy their adrenaline junks by crossing the trek using steel cables, ropes, wooden walkways and suspension bridges. Technical failure to snowy passages, several reasons have led to deaths on this dreadful trek.







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