Not for the faint of heart, the ten most dangerous hiking trails in the world will test your nerves, push your boundaries, and provide quite an adrenaline rush along the way. If you're looking for a relaxing walk in the woods, these aren't the hikes for you. But if you're in need of some serious adventure, any one of these routes will give you everything you could ask for—and probably a whole lot more.
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Mount Huashan
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Huashan Mountain, Huayin, Weinan, China, 714299
China's Mount Huashan has lured pilgrims for centuries, with only the bravest rewarded entry into the ancient temples at its summit. Since a large portion of the "plank walk" consists of narrow, wooden boards attached to the side of the mountain, hikers walk precariously along the route, holding onto rusty chains as they go. In some sections, the boardwalk disappears altogether; only shallow foot supports, carved into the rock, take their place. This is as scary as it gets, particularly if you happen to be afraid of heights.