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
4219 HikesMosier Creek Falls and Mosier Plateau
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 3.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 540 feet
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Highest Point
- 581 feet
This is a short hike to a beautiful two-tiered falls along Mosier Creek on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge. Continue on to get up to a plateau where views of the Gorge await you.
Riverside State Park - Deep Creek Canyon
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 5.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 968 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,165 feet
Take advantage of the diversity of Riverside State Park's Trail 25 by doing this close-to-town loop that includes both forested canyon and scenic overlooks.
Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 37.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,200 feet
This route started as a pedestrian- and bike-friendly route along the Spokane River, coinciding with the Washington State Centennial celebration, hence the name. Now, users can follow the Spokane River from Riverside State Park west of Spokane all the way to the Idaho border.
Puget Creek Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.91 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 260 feet
This trail in Tacoma follows Puget Creek through a gulch just above Commencement Bay.
Jackson Creek Fish Camp
Central Washington > Tri-Cities
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Length
- 1.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10 feet
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Highest Point
- 446 feet
The Columbia River flows past arid land and steep hills, creating an inviting place for fishing and recreation.
Little Bald Mountain
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 12.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,185 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,602 feet
The trail up Little Bald Mountain follows the edge of a a northwest-facing rim rock cliff that melts out a month or so earlier than areas farther west. It's the perfect answer for those looking for an early season high country fix and often has wildflowers blooming when, or even before, Chinook pass opens.
Yacolt Burn State Forest - Sturgeon Rock Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 8.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,150 feet
A rough, former roadbed connects the Tarbell Trail to the Silver Star trail, passing a notable fin of exposed rock in the Silver Star Recreation Area known as Sturgeon Rock. The trail is remote, so while it's just a bit more than a mile long, it's at least 3 miles to access the trail junction.
Capitol State Forest - Mima Falls Loop
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
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Length
- 5.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 650 feet
The Mima Falls Loop takes hikers through young plantings, lush forest, and quiet wetlands in Olympia's Capitol State Forest. Just 30 minutes from the state capital, this is the perfect year-round waterfall hike for after work or weekends. Hike through a working forest and examine forestry practices up close.
Northway Trail
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 11.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,900 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,800 feet
This hike takes you gradually up to a ridge looking west to Mt Rainier’s Tahoma and the White River and on to the Crystal Mountain Summit.
Granite Mountain (Conconully)
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,366 feet
The adventure of this peak starts by simply getting to the trailhead. From there, a moderately overgrown trail winds through classic ponderosa forests with berries or wildflowers in season. The summit area is an otherworldly mix of silvery burnt trees and granite boulders. Your efforts to climb this peak are likely to be rewarded with solitude and dramatic views.
Twin Lakes and Mount Pickett
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 7.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 915 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,749 feet
This loop hike is about the journey through beautiful vegetation including some old forests — with the added bonus of two sweet, small lakes.
Olympic Hot Springs
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 19.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 5,986 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,187 feet
Hike to some remote hot springs on the Olympic Peninsula.
Roosevelt Grove of Ancient Cedars
Eastern Washington > Selkirk Range
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 300 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,600 feet
Visit a majestic old-growth grove in eastern Washington! Just 14 miles north of Nordman, Idaho, is the Roosevelt Grove of Ancient Cedars, boasting some trees that are almost 3000 years old.
Riverside Canyon Overlook
Eastern Washington > Selkirk Range
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Length
- 0.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,270 feet
A short, easy trail leads to a dramatic view of the Pend Oreille River Canyon near the Canadian border.
Peewee Falls Overlook and Boundary Dam Overlook
Eastern Washington > Selkirk Range
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Length
- 0.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,532 feet
A short trail leads to a spectacular view across the Pend Oreille River Canyon, where Peewee Falls plunges 233 feet into the Boundary Lake Reservoir. A nearby viewpoint overlooks Boundary Dam.
Manresa Grotto
Eastern Washington > Selkirk Range
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
The sign outside the Manresa Grotto states simply: "A beautiful grotto exists." And it's true! It does exist, and while it's beautiful in its own way, it can be a little eerie when one visits alone on a rainy day.
Summer Blossom
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
A hike which starts in high alpine forests of pines and larches, opening up to beautiful mountain vistas in the Chelan Sawtooth range.
Uno Peak
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 5.85 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 3,007 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,119 feet
A trail north of Lake Chelan, connecting up to Safety Harbor Creek Trail and Summit Trail.
Eagle Lakes
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 12.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,350 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,110 feet
With multi-season beauty of summer flowers and golden fall larch, the Eagle Lakes naturally demonstrate why this multi-user trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail and is part of the popular Sawtooth Lakes Loop (aka Golden Lakes Loop). The more scenic Upper Eagle Lake has many campsites and provides a base for fishing, swimming, roaming, and climbing.
Union Bay Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 53 feet
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Highest Point
- 33 feet
Seattle has many pocket parks and natural areas where native species of floral and fauna make their home. The Union Bay Natural Area is one of these wonderful little spots that offers a natural environment within easy reach of many city dwellers.
Edmonds Marsh
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 40 feet
Visit a boardwalk and short paved pathway near one of the last remaining waterfront saltwater estuaries in Washington.
Edmonds Marine Walkway
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 37 feet
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Highest Point
- 20 feet
Start at Edmond's Marina Beach Park and head through the marina and out along the edge of the water to your choice of two beaches.
Mukilteo Lighthouse Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 10 feet
A beautiful city beach park at an important historic location that is wheelchair-accessible (except the beach). Great place for a picnic, sunset or exploring the beach.
Langus Riverfront Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
Just across the Snohomish River from the city of Everett sits a small park with two loop hike options on three miles of paved trail.
Fobes-Ebey Slough Dike Road Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 13 feet
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Highest Point
- 13 feet
Spend some time in the quiet countryside on a wide gravel trail just a few miles away from the city of Everett.
Spencer Island
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 6.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 15 feet
Spencer Island is part of a larger area known as the Snohomish River Estuary and is a stop on the Washington State Great Birding Trail. The mix of saltwater from Possession Sound and fresh water from the Snohomish River create a unique ecosystem, making it one of the best birding spots in Puget Sound. On this walk, you don’t want to forget your binoculars!
Riverview Wildlife Refuge
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 32 feet
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Highest Point
- 23 feet
This wildlife refuge hugging the north side of the Snohomish River is just a short drive from downtown Snohomish and provides visitors with a space to take a quiet stroll or go birdwatching.
Osprey Park
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
This City of Sultan park is tucked away on the edge of town and provides the perfect short escape into the trees and along the Sultan River.
Al Borlin Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.2 miles of trails
Walk through deciduous forests and listen for a raucous bird population at Al Borlin Park. The trails here cross the park's 90 acres; Al Borlin Park is the largest park in Monroe.
Crescent Trail
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Length
- 1.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 40 feet
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Highest Point
- 500 feet
A mellow, flat forest hike between downtown Index and the North Fork Skykomish River park.