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
4203 HikesCrystal Mountain Loop (Silver King)
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,450 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,800 feet
This page describes the options for doing a loop hike around the ski slopes, which is the ridge west of Crystal Mountain Boulevard.
Bearpaw Mountain Lake
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 650 feet
Bearpaw Lake is a small fishing lake near the Damfino Lakes Trail, which is the shortest route to the exquisite High Divide.
Coal Creek Falls
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 416 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,066 feet
Coal Creek Falls is a wonderful destination for any day hiker looking for an easy and/or family friendly trail with a picturesque culmination at Coal Creek Falls. It’s a well maintained trail that meanders beneath a thick canopy and a dense understory with many wildflower species in the spring.
Oyster Dome
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,050 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,025 feet
Oyster Dome is a rocky promontory on the western slope of Blanchard Mountain, the grandest member of the Chuckanut Mountain range, an extension of the Cascades that rises directly from the ocean. The sheer cliffs of Oyster Dome offer year-round access to commanding views of the San Juans, Skagit River flats, Olympic Mountains, and Samish Bay.
Eagle Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 90 feet
The Eagle Trail is a grassy urban course on the Stillaguamish River dike from Haller Park to the Dike Road in the City of Arlington. Opened in 2011, it provides an opportunity for nature and wildlife viewing while wandering green space within the city limits and a designated area for dogs to romp and play.
Blue Stilly
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 3.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 30 feet
Blue Stilly Park is located in Snohomish County along the Stillaguamish River. The small park has a baseball diamond, picnic areas, a fire pit and a nature trail.
Lake Sammamish State Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
A beach, forests, wetlands, and the potential to spot wildlife; Lake Sammamish State Park has it all. And people have been appreciating what the area has to offer for generations -- the land around the lake is culturally significant as a gathering place for several Native American tribes.
Larch Lake
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 24.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,591 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,413 feet
There are two ways to get to Larch Lake: either up the Chiwaukum Creek trail to a junction with the trail to Larch Lake, or via Alpine Lakes High Camp (reservations required). The coordinates provided are for the Chiwaukum Creek Trail route.
Mount Shuksan
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Highest Point
- 9,127 feet
The last 2.7 miles of the Mount Baker Highway/SR 542 (from Heather Meadows to Artist Point) is closed for the winter season.
Mount Ann
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 10.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,000 feet
The last 2.7 miles of the Mount Baker Highway/SR 542 (from Heather Meadows to Artist Point) is closed for the winter season.
A scramble up a mountain near Lake Ann. Climbing experience and equipment required.
Fire and Ice Trail
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,400 feet
The last 2.7 miles of the Mount Baker Highway/SR 542 (from Heather Meadows to Artist Point) is closed for the winter season.
The Fire and Ice trail is the Mount Baker area's premiere interpretive trail, telling the story of how glaciers and volcanoes shaped this impressive place.
Wild Goose
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 1.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,100 feet
The last 2.7 miles of the Mount Baker Highway/SR 542 (from Heather Meadows to Artist Point) is closed for the winter season.
Hike from the Artist Point parking area to the Heather Meadows Visitor Center and back. With 1,100 feet of elevation gain, you'll have a great thigh workout. Combine Wild Goose with many of the other short trails in the area to make a full day of exploration, or use the Wild Goose trail to access Swift Creek or Lake Ann.
Lake Ann (Rainy Pass)
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 3.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 700 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,500 feet
The trail to Lake Ann is a wonderful, short way to see the impressive glaciated valley encircled by the popular Heather - Maple Pass Loop. Lake Ann features views of ridgelines blanketed in wildflowers in summer, a lake ringed with golden larches in fall, and before the highway closes for the season, a dramatic place to experience early winter’s snows.
Silver Peak
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Length
- 5.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,605 feet
At 5605 feet of elevation, Silver Peak is the tallest mountain guarding the southern wall of Snoqualmie Pass. Silver Peak has more than 2000 feet of prominence and provides commanding, panoramic views of the eastern end of Snoqualmie Pass and the surrounding mountains and lakes.
Castle Rock
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 2.1 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 664 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,673 feet
Another favorite area near Sage Hills and Horse Lake Reserve, Castle Rock property provides access for hikers who want adventure near Wenatchee. This hike will take you to the top of Castle Rock, an iconic feature of the Wenatchee skyline.
Crystal Mountain Resort Snowshoe Trails
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 4.5 miles of trails
There are 6 designated snowshoe trails at Crystal Mountain Resort forming a network in Bullion Basin.
Mount Storm King
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,065 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,600 feet
Hikers flock to Mount Storm King for that signature shot, standing on a rocky outcropping above Lake Crescent. But it's a grind to get there, and the climb to the summit can be dangerous in bad weather. Luckily, there are several outcroppings about halfway to the top offering similar views. It's still a steep hike to get to them, but at least it's shorter.
Sawtooth Lakes Loop
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 24.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 5,200 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,000 feet
This is a classic multi-day backpack ideal in larch season.
Bellevue Botanical Garden
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
The Bellevue Botanical Garden (BBG) is a tranquil gem nestled in Wilburton Hill Park. The BBG’s winding pathways, elegant gardens and 150 foot suspension bridge provide hikers and families with a visual cornucopia and gentle refuge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Thorp Lake
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 5.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,260 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,700 feet
With a low-key walk that merges into a steep uphill climb, and an optional extension to visit a fire lookout, the trail to Thorp Lake offers a range of hiking experiences crammed into one 2.6-mile trail.
Narada Falls to Reflection Lakes
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,150 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,400 feet
Hiking the trail between the Narada Falls viewpoint and Reflection Lakes is pleasant enough. But you can extend the route into a loop featuring an unobstructed view of the Tatoosh Range from a rocky bluff, and an up-close experience of the awe-inspiring whitewater cascades of the Paradise River.
Elk Ridge Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 1.6 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 500 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,200 feet
This trail is closed between Oct. 15 and April 15 to protect it from rain damage.
Enjoy a short hike through lush greenery on this newly renovated trail.
Sherwood Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 250 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,250 feet
This trail is closed between Oct. 15 and April 15 to protect it from rain damage.
Starting out along Carey Creek, the Sherwood Trail climbs to a high point on the eastern edge of Taylor Mountain.
Knee Knocker Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 3.02 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,650 feet
This trail is closed between Oct. 15 and April 15 to protect it from rain damage.
Explore the far reaches of Taylor Mountain on this gently rolling trail.
Hermit Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 2.24 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 750 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,500 feet
This trail is closed between Oct. 15 and April 15 to protect it from rain damage.
Wander through the eastern reaches of Taylor Mountain Forest.
Patos Island
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 30 feet
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Highest Point
- 30 feet
Spanish for Duck Island, Patos Island is a hidden gem in the San Juan Islands. This is largely because of the difficulty in accessing it, but if you make the effort, you won't be sorry!
Silver Falls
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,050 feet
Hidden in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near the town of Entiat is a treasure of a trail with a wide graceful waterfall and panoramic views of the Entiat River Valley. Offering a chance to explore the outdoors for all abilities, it will be easy to see why it has been designated a National Recreational Trail and draws locals and travelers from all over the state.
Shetipo
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 4.7 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 2,900 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,284 feet
Skip the long, flat miles along the Entiat River and climb straight up to the Upper Mad River and Garland Peak trails to access hundreds of miles of backcountry travel in the heart of the Entiat.
Schaefer Lake
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,200 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,195 feet
Schaefer Lake is a good-sized alpine lake surrounded by the peaks of the Chiwawa Ridge. The trail is easy to access via a good road. This trail is lightly traveled; you will likely not see many other people even at the height of the season.
Pyramid Mountain
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 18.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,260 feet
Pyramid Mountain is a scenic trail that starts high and stays high. From the trailhead ad 6200 feet, hikers will continue along ridgelines and shallow valleys before making the final ascent to Pyramid Mountain at 8260 feet.