11 of the world's most dangerous hiking trails

Whether you want to try out a vertiginous English Lake District classic or tackle the "most dangerous hike in the world" in rural China, this list has got you covered.

(CNN) — Hiking is often derided by adrenaline addicts as somehow lesser than more hardcore mountain experiences like climbing or skiing.

But as these challenging trails show, putting one foot in front of the other isn't always the easy option.

To undertake these famous hikes, you'll need more than just a hefty dose of gumption.