For hikers in need of New Year’s resolutions to fuel 2025 trip planning, peakbagging is an obvious place to start. Summit ticklists are a longheld hiking tradition; they provide a framework for adventure that many goal-oriented backpackers are drawn to. And who doesn’t love a view from up high?

There are all kinds of obscure peakbagging challenges out there. Some hikers, for example, seek to climb every peak from ranges mentioned in MLK’s “I Have a Dream” speech (yes, it’s a thing). Others go for all the peaks pictured on US quarters. And if that’s not enough, there’s those who aim to hike all the peaks on special-edition America the Beautiful quarters. Anything can become a hiking goal if you really want it to.

Lists can serve as jumping off points for all sorts of unlikely adventures, hold you accountable, and inspire you to get out into nature even on days when the couch beckons. Here are some of our favorite peakbagging lists to consider tackling in the new year.

New Hampshire’s 48 4,000-Footers

This is perhaps the most classic peakbagging challenge in the US, and maybe a little ambitious for a year (except for some folks). For us mere mortals, there are plenty of subsets to start off with like the Presidentials or the Sandwich Range. The list was first drawn up in 1957, and is a lifelong objective for many New England hikers. Along the way, you’ll experience some of the most rewarding summits in the nation. For more information, visit the Appalachian Mountain Club.

Adirondack 46ers

Just west of the Whites lies another ancient mountain range with its own list of high peaks: the Adirondack 46. Hikers can expect to become adept at steep, rocky slab scrambles, rooty climbs, and enjoy sweeping views of the area’s endless lakes and peaks. Perk: Registered finishers can purchase exclusive merch to show off their accomplishment.

Sierra Sampler

When a range holds as many hiking wonders as the Sierra Nevada, it can be difficult to know where to start. Luckily, members of the Sierra Club compiled a list of the 100 most classic climbs, chosen for their accessibility, fun factor, or other distinguishing factors. Organized by region and difficulty, you can easily pick the peaks that inspire you most and create a list of your own for the coming year.

Colorado 14ers

Colorado’s 58 highest peaks draw hoards of hikers every year, and for good reason. These high-altitude mountains offer everything from casual dayhikes to technical high-alpine challenges, making this list a testpiece for many hikers and mountaineers to improve their skills over time. While most hikers will take years to complete them all, certain subsets make great objectives for 2025, like the eight 14ers in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, or the six in the front range. Want to start slow? Begin with our picks for the 10 easiest 14ers.

Wasatch Seven

For a list that’s more approachable in length, look no further than Utah County’s seven major peaks, which comprise this ticklist. Steep, strenuous climbs, long views of nearby peaks and valleys, and summer wildflowers like sego lilies and paintbrush make this collection of summits popular with local hikers.

Indiana Dunes Three Dune Challenge

Who says you can’t go peakbagging in the Midwest? It just takes a little extra creativity. The Three Dune Challenge in Indiana Dunes National Park might only be 1.5 miles in length, but climbs 552 feet up the tallest dunes in the park. Try running the loop for an added challenge, then cool off at the beach. Don’t see your area on this list? Lots of hiking clubs curate peakbagging lists for local areas—check yours out and getting hiking.