Hiking Guide
WTA's hiking guide is the most comprehensive database of hikes in Washington, and comprises content written by local hiking experts and user submitted information. All data is vetted by WTA staff. This resource is made possible by the donations of WTA members.
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Results List
4216 HikesTatoosh Lookout
South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley
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Length
- 10.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,400 feet
The lookout is gone, but the stunning views remain. To the north is Mount Rainier with a turquoise tarn and rugged rock ridges in the foreground. A clear day reveals three other volcanos to the south and west.
Patterson Mountain
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,070 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,520 feet
This short hike to the top of Patterson Mountain provides great views across and along the Methow Valley from Twisp to Mazama, while to the west lies the Sawtooth Range.
Chelan Butte
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 7.46 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,500 feet
On this hike, you'll get your heart rate going under intense UV rays and a whole lot of dust in your nose/shoes/socks, so pack your trekking poles, sunscreen, buff, an extra pair of socks and lots of water! But for braving the elements, you’ll be rewarded with a rainbow of wildflowers (think balsamroot, desert-parsley, phlox, lupine and so much more), incredible views of the town of Chelan, and perhaps best of all, the massive lake that the town shares its name with.
Manastash Lake
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 8.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,063 feet
Hike through a diverse forest to two alpine lakes that rest atop Manastash Ridge, one of Central Washington’s most notable geologic formations. The trail to Lost and Manastash Lakes is an underappreciated gem that will delight larch lovers, berry munchers, flower photographers, and campers alike.
Old Man's Trail
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 0.25 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 23 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,217 feet
A short access trail to the cave holes on Cougar Mountain.
Bootleg Trail
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 4.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,200 feet
A trail on Tiger Mountain with loop options to Preston Trail, and Dwight's Way. Also use this trail to access the Tiger Mountain Trail.
Spider Gap
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 1.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,650 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,040 feet
Spider Gap is the pass in the ridge between Spider Meadow and Lyman Lakes. Start out on the Phelps Creek Trail to its end in Spider Meadow. The Spider Gap Trail climbs steeply from here for 1.2 miles, topping out at the ridge and connecting to the Lyman Lakes Trail.
Trap Lake
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Length
- 11.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,700 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,400 feet
This beautiful trail makes for an excellent overnight or longer day hike.
Poo Top
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 0.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 604 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,863 feet
Hike along a ridgeline to the summit of Tiger 1. Access from Tiger Mountain Trail, West Tiger 1, and Main Tiger Trail.
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
A popular destination for whitewater rafters and kayakers, Kanasket-Palmer State Park is 320 acres of forest surrounding the Green River. Visitors can hike through the trees, go rafting or kayaking on the river, view wildlife, fish for trout, wade in the pools, and camp in tents, RVs, or yurts to take advantage of everything the park has to offer.
McDonald Mountain
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,750 feet
A local favorite, McDonald Mountain offers great views from the summit and a good workout on the way there. But it borders the Green River Watershed, so please stay on trail to avoid accidentally entering the watershed, which is closed to the public.
Tunnel Creek
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Length
- 1.6 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,400 feet
Hike a steep trail to some high alpine lakes south of Highway 2.
Lily Lake Loop
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 5.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,360 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,025 feet
This strenuous uphill climb leads to big-payout views of the San Juans from Oyster Dome before visiting tranquil Lily Lake.
One-View Trail
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 1.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 604 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,299 feet
Connect the Poo Poo Point Trail with the Tiger Mountain Trail on this hike on the west side of Tiger Mountain.
West Tiger Railroad Grade
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 8.7 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 1,800 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,000 feet
Hike a loop route that features an historic old railroad grade that traverses a very green forest with mossy sections and several small streams. Enjoy many wildflowers in season.
Odessa Craters
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 135 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,783 feet
This short loop encompasses a host of different craters, all formed during 15,000 year old floods. Native vegetation, interesting scenery and plenty of benches make this trail a great opportunity to embrace Washington's natural history with the whole family.
Champion Beach
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 0.4 miles, (type not yet set)
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 850 feet
It's a very short walk from the trailhead to Champion Beach. Along the way, you'll cross a couple of bridges and pass through typical lush Middle Fork forest. The big attraction is the beach, though. It's a big part of the river with beautiful green water and huge rocks. There's lots of room to spread out and tons of trails that lead away from the main beach.
Lakeview Ranch
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 5.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 450 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,780 feet
Lakeview Ranch is a wild and expansive former ranch set among the Channeled Scablands of Eastern Washington. Now a part of the Bureau of Land Management, the recreation area offers a network of old farm roads that are perfect for exploring seasonal lakes, sagebrush flats, and coulees between basalt cliffs and mesas.
Telford Recreation Area
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
Explore 11,000 acres of old farm land and grassy meadows in the heart of Central Washington. With three trailhead access points, the area provides hikers with plenty of opportunity to see wildflowers, old farm equipment, and vernal ponds.
Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
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Elevation Gain
- 310 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,412 feet
The Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area consists of approximately 21,000 acres in Lincoln County. Explore riparian and wetland habitats and enjoy beautiful views.
West Tiger 1
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 7.58 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,057 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,845 feet
Hike through some great second-growth forest to reach the second-highest summit in the Tigers. Then enjoy a superb viewpoint a short distance west of the summit.
Dungeness River Dike Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10 feet
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Highest Point
- 10 feet
An easy, pleasant four-season ramble along the Dungeness River, good for bird watching.
Squak Mountain Traverse
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
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Length
- 7.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,650 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,025 feet
Cross one of the three major peaks in the Issaquah Alps. You'll see forest, an historic fireplace, and, if you use Trailhead Direct to do this hike, you won't have to look for parking!
South Tiger Traverse
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 4.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,830 feet
The South Tiger Traverse Trail breaks off of the Tiger Mountain Trail (TMT) at Hobert Gap and traverses on the west side of South Tiger Mountain while the TMT traverses around the east side of South Tiger Mountain. The South Tiger Traverse Trail rejoins the TMT at the north end.
Camp Sekani Park
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 27.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 450 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,380 feet
An extensive network of trails is accessible from Camp Sekani Park in the Spokane Valley.
Z Lake
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
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Length
- 2.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 93 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,235 feet
Z Lake is a short hike to a small narrow lake surrounded by shrub-steppe habitat teeming with wildlife and wildflowers.
Whatcom Creek Trail - West
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.4 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 70 feet
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Highest Point
- 75 feet
Start from Maritime Heritage Park in Bellingham and walk along Whatcom Creek to I-5, where you can continue to the eastern half of the Whatcom Creek Trail.
Jeanne Hansen Community Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.4 miles of trails
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Highest Point
- 1,100 feet
This 16-acre park sits at the top of a hill in the Snoqualmie Ridge neighborhood in Snoqualmie.
Dog Woods
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
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Highest Point
- 190 feet
This 120-acre forest is on private property on Guemes Island managed as forest land, and has 3 miles of trails open to the public to explore.
Clarke Beach Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 90 feet
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Highest Point
- 110 feet
This small 9-acre beach park on Mercer Island has a swimming area and a small loop trail through the forest.
