No featured offers available
We feature offers with an Add to Cart button when an offer meets our high standards for:
- Quality Price,
- Reliable delivery option, and
- Seller who offers good customer service
- 4 VIDEOS
Image Unavailable
Color:
-
-
-
- To view this video download Flash Player
Trails, a Family and Strategy Board Game About Hiking and Outdoors by Keymaster, 2-4 Players
Brand | Keymaster Games |
Material | Cardboard |
Theme | Occasion |
Genre | Strategy, Family |
Number of Players | 2-4 |
About this item
- Take a hike with TRAILS and explore iconic sites and national parks across the US. With easy-to-learn rules, you’ll gather resources, go birding, and earn wilderness badges.
- A fun, quick game that can play in 20 mins. Great for couples and families.
- The compact box makes it easy to toss in a backpack to play at your favorite park or give it as a gift for any occasion.
- A portion of every game sale is donated to the National Park Service by the publisher.
Additional Details
Related Climate Pledge Friendly items
- Shenanigrams – The Mega-Mischievous Word Game! [A Super Fun & Fast Family Party Game for Kids, Teens & Adults]FREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Climate neutral by ClimatePartner certifies the carbon footprint of a product was calculated and all associated emissions were offset.
- Ravensburger That's Not A Hat – A Bluffing and Memory Party Game for Ages 8 and UpFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
The Forest Stewardship Council certified products support responsible forestry, helping keep forests healthy for future generations.
- Big Potato The Chameleon, Award-Winning Board Game for Families & Friends for 3-8 PlayersFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Climate neutral by ClimatePartner certifies the carbon footprint of a product was calculated and all associated emissions were offset.
- Mantis Falls Board Game | Hidden Traitor Strategy Card Game for 2-3 Players | Sometimes Cooperative Adventure Game for Adults and Teens | Ages 14+ | Playtime 60-90 Minutes | by Distant Rabbit GamesFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Climate neutral by ClimatePartner certifies the carbon footprint of a product was calculated and all associated emissions were offset.
- Ravensburger 16795 Cozy Cabana - 500 PC Puzzles Large Format for Adults – Every Piece is Unique, Softclick Technology Means Pieces Fit Together PerfectlyFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
The Forest Stewardship Council certified products support responsible forestry, helping keep forests healthy for future generations.
- Herd Mentality: The Udderly Hilarious Board Game | Fun for The Whole FamilyFREE Shipping on orders over $35 shipped by AmazonGet it as soon as Sunday, Mar 31Climate Pledge FriendlyProducts with trusted sustainability certification(s). Learn more
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (1)
Climate neutral by ClimatePartner certifies the carbon footprint of a product was calculated and all associated emissions were offset.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 1.97 x 4.8 x 6.77 inches |
---|---|
Item Weight | 12.3 ounces |
ASIN | B09HSRL3GB |
Item model number | KYM0701 |
Best Sellers Rank | #82,158 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #2,653 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Language | English |
Manufacturer | Keymaster Games |
Feedback
Product Description
Nightfall Expansion | PARKS Base Game | TRAILS | PARKS Memories | Space Park | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Add to Cart
|
|||||
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars
650
|
4.7 out of 5 stars
2,062
|
4.6 out of 5 stars
290
|
4.8 out of 5 stars
209
|
4.2 out of 5 stars
50
|
Number of Players | 1-5 | 1-5 | 1-4 | 1+ | 1-4 |
Playtime | 40-70 mins | 40-70 mins | 20-40 mins | 20-30 mins | 20-30 mins |
Recommended Age | 10+ | 10+ | 10+ | 8+ | 8+ |
Type of Game | Expansion | Base Game | Base Game | Base Game | Base Game |
Theme and Objective | Expand PARKS with new Year card objectives, New Parks, and Camping! | Hike and visit US National Parks. Along the way you will take photos, collect gear, and encounter wildlife! | Hike down and back a trail as the sun sets. Collect resources to earn badges. Along the way you will do some birding to claim the birding trophy. | Playing classic memory matching with the beautiful art from Parks or take your game night to new strategic depths with head to head strategy mode. | What if there were National Parks in space! Become an explorer and find out in Space Park |
Gives back to the Parks | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Videos
Videos for this product
1:01
Click to play video
It's not hiking but it's fun!
✅ Art of Shred Reviews
Videos for this product
0:53
Click to play video
Take a peak at the trail you'll be travelling
Keymaster Games
Looking for specific info?
Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers like the travel-ready board game Trails. They say it's easy to pack, and perfect for travel. They also appreciate the competitiveness, saying the game is very competitive and balanced. They love the artwork, saying it'd be fantastic to have as a child. However, some customers are mixed on ease of use.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customers find the artwork fantastic, visually appealing, and beautiful. They also love the details.
"...Nice compact size (perfect for a camping trip) and beautiful pictures and colors." Read more
"...It is VERY beautiful and I love the details." Read more
"...The game was easy to learn and fun to play! Beautiful artwork and clever details." Read more
"Trails is a travel-ready board game that is both visually and tactically appealing...." Read more
Customers find the game very competitive and fun. They also say it helps balance the game and makes the bear an integral part of the strategy. Customers also mention that the game is completely balanced, but an edge goes to those that know. Overall, they find the product to be educational and a great cause.
"For a quick, easy to learn strategy game, it is very competitive & fun!!!!" Read more
"...Balanced: (GO ) The game is completely balanced, but an edge goes to those than know the cards and can keep a count of which cards are left in..." Read more
"...it’s a great little game - fun for all ages - and educational and a great cause." Read more
Customers find the board game Trails to be a fun, travel-ready game that is both visually and tactically appealing. They also appreciate the small box, making it easy to pack. Customers also mention that the game is perfect for hiking and camping trips.
"...Nice compact size (perfect for a camping trip) and beautiful pictures and colors." Read more
"...son-in-law recommended Trails because it has a small box, making it easy to pack, and he knows we love hiking and the National Parks...." Read more
"Trails is a travel-ready board game that is both visually and tactically appealing...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention that the game is fun and fast, great for a quick game night, and easy to learn strategy game. However, others say that it's surprisingly complicated, hard to follow at points, and has too many elements.
"Really fun family game! It was surprisingly complicated but after playing it once we got the hang of it...." Read more
"It was a little difficult to get going like some previously stated...." Read more
"For a quick, easy to learn strategy game, it is very competitive & fun!!!!" Read more
"...GO/NO GO Criterion• Complexity: (GO) It is not complex, but there is more to the interactions between the panels than there seems...." Read more
Reviews with images
-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
(Please see the enclosed pictures and video.)
All in all, this is relatively easy to learn, family friendly, and quick to play. One caveat, this is actually a strategy game. It seems like a game of chance, but after the first time you play, the advantage will go to those that can see the connections between the badges and can keep track of how many there are of each type. We added a house rule concerning the effect of the bear that significantly increased fun for the group.
The goal of the game is to collect as many points as possible by scoring badges and pictures.
Each turn you move either one or two tiles (you choose) towards the trail end and then back to the trail head. Each tile lets you do something like collect acorns or rocks, take a picture, or exchange resources.
Multiple players can occupy the same tile.
When any player reaches the trail end, they trigger the sun track effect. The first few are on the trail end marker, and then the sun moves back towards the trail head, one tile at a time. As the sun reaches the tile, it is filled over to its night side, and its effects are enhanced. The player who triggered the sun move gets to take advantage of the new effect.
There are two other mechanics. One is the canteen. Each player starts with a full canteen, and they can use the canteen (emptying it) to move all the way to the end of the track or onto any intervening spot. The canteen only refills when you get back to the trail head.
You will likely get multiple round trips on the board as there are a minimum of eight sun moves, and these are only triggered when someone lands on the trail end.
The final mechanic is the bear. If you land on a tile with the bear, you roll the special dice and send the bear to the corresponding tile. Then, you get to use the tile's effect.
Some of the badges have synergistic effects that will not be obvious until you play a few times, and the pictures might not be worth many points, but the number of birds on them matters. The player with the most birds in their photos gets a special boost at the end.
On to the Dr Games’ Criteria …
GO/NO GO Criterion
• Complexity: (GO) It is not complex, but there is more to the interactions between the panels than there seems. It takes a few times playing before you start to know which combinations of tiles will produce high scores.
• Balanced: (GO ) The game is completely balanced, but an edge goes to those than know the cards and can keep a count of which cards are left in their heads. This seems like a family game of chance, but it is actually a strategy game.
• Chance (GO) The card draws for the badges and pictures are random as is the bear roll. All in all, this is much more of a strategy game than a game of chance.
• Clarity: (GO) The rules were fairly clear. You will want to take out all the components and run through a few sample turns before explaining it to the family.
• Reasonable Time: (GO) The box says 20-40 minutes, but after the first game if you have a competative set of gamers the time will be closer (and sometimes over) 40 minutes.
Bonus Criteria
• Social: This game is surprisingly competitive. It looks like a family game, but there is a significant strategy aspect to it. You will find that people will recognize when someone is about to score a trifecta with certain badge combinations, and the competition for a particular badge can become intense.
• Unique/Interesting Mechanics: The use of the sun and bear to get multiple rewards per turn is a nice twist, and it means that using your canteen hyper move on the right turn could snag you the badge that drastically increases your score or prevents your enemy, er ... fellow player, from getting the badge they need.
• Informed: No. I would have thought that you would learn something about the parks, but there are just pictures on the tiles.
• Rewards Throughout: Yes, once you get a badge, you keep it.
• Variant Home Rule: There is some interaction between players, but we added a house rule that made the game more fun and also lessened some of the strategic competition. When we rolled the bear die, if the bear landed on you, rather than get the resource bonus of the tile, any players on the tile had to discard one resource during the day and two at night. It really helped balance the game and made the bear a more integral part of the strategy as opposed to an add-on.
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2022
(Please see the enclosed pictures and video.)
All in all, this is relatively easy to learn, family friendly, and quick to play. One caveat, this is actually a strategy game. It seems like a game of chance, but after the first time you play, the advantage will go to those that can see the connections between the badges and can keep track of how many there are of each type. We added a house rule concerning the effect of the bear that significantly increased fun for the group.
The goal of the game is to collect as many points as possible by scoring badges and pictures.
Each turn you move either one or two tiles (you choose) towards the trail end and then back to the trail head. Each tile lets you do something like collect acorns or rocks, take a picture, or exchange resources.
Multiple players can occupy the same tile.
When any player reaches the trail end, they trigger the sun track effect. The first few are on the trail end marker, and then the sun moves back towards the trail head, one tile at a time. As the sun reaches the tile, it is filled over to its night side, and its effects are enhanced. The player who triggered the sun move gets to take advantage of the new effect.
There are two other mechanics. One is the canteen. Each player starts with a full canteen, and they can use the canteen (emptying it) to move all the way to the end of the track or onto any intervening spot. The canteen only refills when you get back to the trail head.
You will likely get multiple round trips on the board as there are a minimum of eight sun moves, and these are only triggered when someone lands on the trail end.
The final mechanic is the bear. If you land on a tile with the bear, you roll the special dice and send the bear to the corresponding tile. Then, you get to use the tile's effect.
Some of the badges have synergistic effects that will not be obvious until you play a few times, and the pictures might not be worth many points, but the number of birds on them matters. The player with the most birds in their photos gets a special boost at the end.
On to the Dr Games’ Criteria …
GO/NO GO Criterion
• Complexity: (GO) It is not complex, but there is more to the interactions between the panels than there seems. It takes a few times playing before you start to know which combinations of tiles will produce high scores.
• Balanced: (GO ) The game is completely balanced, but an edge goes to those than know the cards and can keep a count of which cards are left in their heads. This seems like a family game of chance, but it is actually a strategy game.
• Chance (GO) The card draws for the badges and pictures are random as is the bear roll. All in all, this is much more of a strategy game than a game of chance.
• Clarity: (GO) The rules were fairly clear. You will want to take out all the components and run through a few sample turns before explaining it to the family.
• Reasonable Time: (GO) The box says 20-40 minutes, but after the first game if you have a competative set of gamers the time will be closer (and sometimes over) 40 minutes.
Bonus Criteria
• Social: This game is surprisingly competitive. It looks like a family game, but there is a significant strategy aspect to it. You will find that people will recognize when someone is about to score a trifecta with certain badge combinations, and the competition for a particular badge can become intense.
• Unique/Interesting Mechanics: The use of the sun and bear to get multiple rewards per turn is a nice twist, and it means that using your canteen hyper move on the right turn could snag you the badge that drastically increases your score or prevents your enemy, er ... fellow player, from getting the badge they need.
• Informed: No. I would have thought that you would learn something about the parks, but there are just pictures on the tiles.
• Rewards Throughout: Yes, once you get a badge, you keep it.
• Variant Home Rule: There is some interaction between players, but we added a house rule that made the game more fun and also lessened some of the strategic competition. When we rolled the bear die, if the bear landed on you, rather than get the resource bonus of the tile, any players on the tile had to discard one resource during the day and two at night. It really helped balance the game and made the bear a more integral part of the strategy as opposed to an add-on.
Top reviews from other countries
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2022