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 HikesMountain Home Ridge
Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
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Length
- 6.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,111 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,074 feet
Enjoy stunning views of Wedge Mountain, Peshastin, and the foothills on this multi-use trail without venturing far from the heart of Leavenworth.
Squaxin Park (Priest Point)
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 200 feet
With amenities aplenty, Squaxin Park (formerly Priest Point Park) serves a wide community of users. Take a picnic and explore its many nature trails, let your kids play on the playground, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings.
North Ridge
Snoqualmie Region > Cle Elum Area
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Length
- 12.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,920 feet
Great trail which has many views, and rarely is crowded. May encounter dirtbikers on trail.
Anderson Landing Preserve
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
This 66-acre preserve sits on the shores of the Kitsap Peninsula overlooking the Hood Canal. There are about 2 miles of trails to wander.
Pacific Rim Institute
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
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Length
- 2.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 15 feet
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Highest Point
- 210 feet
Take a tour of an active research and conservation campus as you hike past current conservation plots, a native and endangered plant nursery, and enjoy rare remnants of Whidbey Island prairie.
Semiahmoo Spit
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 0 feet
Here, find spectacular views of Mount Baker, Twin Sisters and other peaks. Activities include beachcombing, birdwatching, and picnicking.
Big Rock Park - Central
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 1.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 591 feet
The center parcel of three Big Rock Parks in Sammamish, Central Big Rock Park has trails, a treehouse, a heritage garden, even an audio tour. It's a fantastic little spot for kids and adults alike to explore.
French Creek
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 700 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,800 feet
A brushy hike through dense forest, giant trees, and quiet spots to sit.
Mount Hopper
Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
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Elevation Gain
- 6,114 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,114 feet
A peak scramble in the Olympics to an lower-elevation peak in the Olympics. Route-finding experience is required.
Manastash Ridge
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 16.7 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 4,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,245 feet
Traverse Manastash Ridge over rugged eastern slope terrain between Quartz Mountain and Blowout Mountain. The distance covered is nearly 17 miles, so be prepared to spend a full day hiking one segment or stay overnight to complete the journey, which has ample trail to delight mountain vista aficionados, larch lovers, berry munchers, flower photographers, and campers alike.
Grove of the Patriarchs Loop
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,200 feet
The trail is closed due to bridge damage. Construction to replace the bridge is expected to begin summer 2027.
Some of the biggest, oldest trees in the Washington Cascades stand tall in the Grove of the Patriarchs. These silent old men of moss tower overhead, with a few lying down to show us just how massive the trunks really are. The Grove resides in a low, boggy area across the Ohanapecosh River, so you'll need to cross a sweet little suspension bridge to get there, offering you a chance to enjoy a bit of adventure on this simple little trail. Youngsters typically love the bridge, and kids of all ages marvel at the massive trees.
Vista Ridge Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 310 feet
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Highest Point
- 602 feet
This paved and graveled trail is a great option whether you’re looking for a weekend stroll or somewhere to condition for a race right in your neighborhood.
Middle Fork Campground Nature Trail
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 0.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,150 feet
Located within the day use area of the popular Middle Fork Campground, a pleasant nature trail winds through a patch of forest adjacent to the Taylor River.
Palouse to Cascades Trail - Crab Creek
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 600 feet
This hike offers easy walking above the lakes and wetlands of Lower Crab Creek Coulee. You’ll have expansive views and a chance to see spring wildflowers and flocks of migrating waterbirds.
Goat Peak Snowshoe
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 5.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,473 feet
Goat Peak is best tackled when this trail is snow-free. When snow is present, the route can pose extreme avalanche danger and requires route-finding expertise.
Poulsbo Fish Park
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 60 feet
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Highest Point
- 80 feet
Fish Park is a 40-acre park just north of downtown Poulsbo with a wonderful network of trails that run along the Liberty Bay Estuary.
Old Mill Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
This park sits at the northern tip of Dyes Inlet and just outside of the urban center of Silverdale. From the parking area a network of trails extends out through the forest.
Battle Point Park Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.5 miles of trails
There are over three miles of trails in this community park. Visitors can stop by for a quick dose of nature or do the full loop for a longer walk.
Foulweather Bluff Preserve Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 20 feet
A short, level hike through second growth conifers to a wide beach and a brackish estuary.
Fort Ward Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.25 miles, roundtrip
The trails in this park reveal the military history and natural wonder of this area. There are options for walking along the beach or through forested slopes.
Feryn Ranch Conservation Area
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 0.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,867 feet
This 165-acre conservation futures property preserves a fragment of the Peone Prairie ecosystem at the confluence of Peone Creek and Deadman Creek.
Haynes Estate Conservation Area
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
In the fast growing area of north Spokane, this natural area on the banks of the Little Spokane River is a welcome escape. A couple different loop trails circle through the ponderosa forest in the uplands, and a spur trail splits off to head down to the river. There is about a half mile of shoreline to explore.
Stegosaurus Butte
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 2.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,040 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,160 feet
Stegosaurus Butte (Choir Boy) is a short, but steep well defined climber's path up off the Pratt Lake Trail to a small ridge with views of Garfield, Pulpit, and Preacher Mountains.
Stairway to Heaven
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 9.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 900 feet
Stairway to Heaven is a single track hiking and mountain biking trail in the foothills of Wenatchee. It climbs gently through fields of flowers and Ponderosa pine up to the summit of Twin Peaks. Enjoy views of the canyons and Wenatchee Valley down below.
Gillette Lake and Greenleaf Overlook
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 8.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 650 feet
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Highest Point
- 875 feet
Hike a short way or a little longer -- either to a lakeside or an overlook. Wherever you choose, you'll enjoy a route that passes through the Pacific Crest Trail's famous "Green Tunnel"; the tree canopy and foliage that makes up the iconic trail's character in southwest Washington.
Saddle Rock
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 3.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 920 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,000 feet
This is an excellent location to get some conditioning in during the winter months, or to stretch legs after a long day behind a desk. Please respect trail closures for rehabilitation.
Bypass Trail
South Cascades > Goat Rocks
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Length
- 1.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 400 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
Use this trail to hike a loop with Snowgrass Trail (96) and the Pacific Crest Trail (2000), or use it to skip (bypass) the crowds at Snowgrass Flats by heading straight over to the PCT.
BPA Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 7.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 797 feet
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Highest Point
- 452 feet
You can visit several parks along the way of this urban trail including Celebration Park, Madrona Park and Panther Lake Park. It also passes by the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Centre. The paved path is ADA accessible and allows leashed dogs.
Bailey Range Traverse
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
A challenging, largely off-trail, multi-day backpacking scramble across the rough and rugged interior of the Olympic Mountains.
Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park - Deep Lake
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
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Length
- 15.0 miles of trails
Dry Falls State Park is a stunning stop on any Central Washington road trip. The viewpoint off Highway 17 at the Visitor Center is a good quick stop to see the evidence of the mighty ice age floods that swept through this area. But drive down to the main road through the park, just a couple miles south, and you'll be able to get inside this incredible vista, and see up close what the land looks like now.