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 HikesKlahhane Ridge Snowshoe
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,080 feet
A snowshoe route along a ridgeline above the Hurricane Ridge parking area. Maybe difficult or impossible to access in winter.
High Ridge Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 0.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 213 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,412 feet
The High Ridge Trail gets lots of visitors in summer, since it starts near the beginning of the parking lot at the Visitors Center on top of Hurricane Ridge. Beginning as a paved trail and gradually turning into a dirt trail, it connects with the Sunrise Trail. It'll give you a good workout, and you'll have plenty of company in summer.
Phantom Lake Loop
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 130 feet
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Highest Point
- 370 feet
Hike all the way around the Phantom Lake area, nestled in between Bellevue's Weowna Park and the main section of Lake Hills Greenbelt Park. Enjoy expansive views across the lake from both the western end and eastern end. Much of the hiking path is bordered by trees that give the illusion of a more rural setting.
Big Rock Park - South
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 3.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 35 feet
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Highest Point
- 572 feet
Big Rock South is the newest and final addition to Big Rock Park. A half-mile, WTA-built trail connects Big Rock Central to SE 20th Street, but there are several other trails to explore through this area, and even more in neighboring Big Rock Park Central.
Sourdough Creek
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 3.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,780 feet
Whether you’re in the area or just driving through, Diablo Lake is always a good spot to stop and take in the North Cascades. If you want to extend your stop into a hike, check out the Sourdough Creek Trail. This short and moderate trail traverses through lush, mossy forest and leads you up to the Sourdough Creek waterfalls. With wildlife, mountain and lake views and plenty of rest stops, this trail is perfect for all ages.
Snowfield Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 14.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 5,032 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
A climb in the North Cascades. Climbing gear, routefinding experience and expertise required.
Shannon Ridge
North Cascades
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Length
- 8.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,800 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,400 feet
A welcome change of pace from some of the busier nearby hikes, this North Cascades ridge hike offers the same stunning views minus the crowds.
Primus Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 19.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 7,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,508 feet
The route to Primus Peak involves exposed climbing and glacier travel. Gear and experience recommended.
Picket Range
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 20.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,151 feet
The route to the Picket Range is a Class 3 and involves exposed scrambling. Gear and experience recommended.
Newhalem Rock Shelter Trail
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 0.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 68 feet
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Highest Point
- 641 feet
This short and sweet trail starts 0.3 miles east on the service road past Newhalem Creek Campground loops C & D, just past the steel-grated Newhalem Creek Bridge.
Southeast Mox Peak
North Cascades
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Length
- 15.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 7,400 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,504 feet
Northwest Mox Peak
North Cascades
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Highest Point
- 8,407 feet
The route to Northwest Mox Peak is a Class 5 or above and involves exposed climbing. Gear and experience are recommended.
Mount Ross
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 14.5 miles, roundtrip
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Highest Point
- 6,048 feet
A peak scramble in the North Cascades near Ross Lake. Route finding, gear and expertise required.
Mount Rahm
North Cascades
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Highest Point
- 8,480 feet
The route to Mount Rahm is a Class 5 and involves exposed climbing. Gear and experience are recommended.
Mount Formidable
North Cascades
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Length
- 20.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 6,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,325 feet
Luna Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 36.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 8,009 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,285 feet
Imus Creek Trail
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 0.7 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,340 feet
If you only have a short time to hike while visiting the secluded town of Stehekin, hop on the Imus Creek Trail to sample what the North Cascades National Park has to offer. This easy self-guided nature walk runs behind the landing for a one mile loop to an overlook of the lake and the majestic mountains that make up the Lake Chelan Valley.
Goode Mountain
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 37.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 8,400 feet
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Highest Point
- 9,200 feet
The route to Goode Mountain is a Class 5 and involves exposed climbing. Gear and experience recommended.
Forbidden Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Highest Point
- 8,815 feet
Forbidden Peak is one of Washington's 100 steepest peaks. The route to Forbidden Peak is a Class 5 and involves exposed climbing. Gear and experience recommended.
Eureka Creek
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Length
- 14.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 2,160 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,130 feet
What looks good on paper doesn’t always reflect reality. The Eureka Creek Trail would be part of a fine loop except for the fact the trail is only maintained on the ends and has been abandoned in the middle. It provides access to the Ferguson Lake Trail on the southern end. The northern end accesses Fred’s Lake and Lake Doris.
Eldorado Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 10.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 6,716 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,876 feet
Hike along a knife's edge to Eldorado Peak. Climbing experience and equipment required.
Dorado Needle
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Elevation Gain
- 6,280 feet
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Highest Point
- 8,440 feet
The route to Dorado Needle is a Class 3 and involves exposed scrambles and glacier crossings. Gear and experience are recommended.
Crooked Thumb Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Highest Point
- 8,129 feet
Crooked Thumb Peak is located in the Picket Range of the North Cascades National Park and can be reached via the Big Beaver Trailhead.
Colonial Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
A climb to a peak on the North Cascades Highway. Climbing gear and experience as well as route finding knowledge required.