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 HikesJohns River State Wildlife Area
Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area
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Length
- 1.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 20 feet
This short, ADA-accessible trail offers a different experience at high tide and low, since it’s in a surge plain that’s affected by tidal action.
Duwamish Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 56 feet
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Highest Point
- 33 feet
Two small and interesting parks that sit along the Duwamish River highlight the multi-use Duwamish trail that connects West Seattle and South Park. Take in river views, get a glimpse of local wildlife, and even spy downtown Seattle from an urban, traffic-protected trail.
Port Angeles Waterfront Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 4.25 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 10 feet
An easy, mostly paved hike along the saltwater, with plenty of chances to see wildlife.
Dirty Harry's Museum
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Length
- 5.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,250 feet
Dirty Harry's Peak was so named by Harvey Manning in recognition of Harry Gault, who operated a logging show on this mountain years ago. The trees have grown back, and Harry is long gone, but his truck remains in what is known as Dirty Harry's Museum. Abandoned 2000 feet above the highway, this relic of a time gone by is a destination for hikers on their way to the peak, though it takes some route finding to get there.
Bresemann Forest
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Bresemann Forest is a 70-acre park located between Spanaway and Parkland. There is an extensive network of trails here where hikers can pick and choose to make a route that works for them.
Paddy-Go-Easy Pass
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,560 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,080 feet
The relentless but scenic climb up to Paddy-Go-Easy Pass is often used to access scrambling routes on nearby peaks, or further adventures beyond the pass. On its own, the Paddy-Go-Easy Pass trail offers views of Tucquala Lake and Mount Daniel as well as The Cradle and mountain ranges to the east.
South Fork County Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 22 feet
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Highest Point
- 317 feet
Walk along a quiet flat grassy trail with plenty of space to take picnic breaks in some quiet, not far from the city.
Chief Joseph Wildlife Area - 4-O Ranch
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,000 feet
Famous for its wildlife, the 4-O Ranch portion of the Chief Joseph Wildlife Area provides hikers with access to the Grand Ronde River in the Blue Mountains. Walk over rolling hills and through ponderosa pine woodlands as you search for numerous species that call the area home.
Kraule - Sunnyside
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 300 feet
A loop trail that starts at Sun Mountain Lodge.
Similkameen Trail
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 40 feet
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Highest Point
- 940 feet
This one is a jewel. A railtrail with opportunities for biking, hiking, birding, wildlife, wildflowers, river views, salmon viewing, photography, waterfall, and history. If you want an urban trail this one has it all.
Roslyn Urban Forest - Crooked Tree Trail
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 3.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,310 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,650 feet
Looking for something short, sweet and a little steep? You get all of the above and some nice views to boot on this trail.
No Name Ridge - Thorp Mountain
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,854 feet
With wide open views at the top, Thorp Mountain is a worthwhile destination, even if the steep ascent to the peak might seem challenging.
Index Creek
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 2.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,390 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,330 feet
This infrequently-maintained trail within Alpine Lakes Wilderness branches off the Chiwaukum Creek trail 10 miles in. It's possible to connect to the Icicle Ridge trail from here, provided you're willing to undertake some brushbashing.
Yacolt Burn / Silver Star Loop
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 16.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,242 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,070 feet
This long day hike is 16+ miles and goes through all manner of terrain. There’s a fair amount of elevation gain as well, but in return you get to see three sites of WTA’s past work, a hidden waterfall, and get a heck of a workout. Visit at the right time and you might also get a heck of a flower show with very few other people.
Suncadia Trail
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 4.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 374 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,297 feet
With 40+ miles of multi-use trails, Suncadia provides choice through all four seasons. This loop explores the northeast side of the Cle Elum River.
Sequim Bay State Park
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 50 feet
Just outside of Sequim sits Sequim Bay State Park, where visitors can take in beautiful views of Sequim Bay and easily access the 126-mile Olympic Discovery Trail.
Alderbrook Nature Trails
Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
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Length
- 4.6 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 460 feet
Per management at Alderbrook Resort these trails are no longer open to the public.
Penrose Point State Park
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 140 feet
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Highest Point
- 140 feet
Found on the shores of Puget Sound is the marine and camping Penrose Point State Park. The park consists of 237 acres and nearly two miles of shoreline, including Mayo Cove and Carr Inlet.
Silesia Creek
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,680 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,200 feet
This is a lightly used trail located at the end of the Twin Lakes Road. Finding solitude is not a problem on this seldom used trail. Check out this hike for a break from the crowds at Winchester Lookout and Twin Lakes.
Squilchuck State Park
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 4.0 miles of trails
This state park provides plenty of green space for many different outdoor activities just a short drive from Wenatchee.
Pritchard Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
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Highest Point
- 100 feet
Pritchard Park sits at the mouth of Eagle Harbor on Bainbridge Island, facing the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal. With a network of upland trails and beachfront, this park offers numerous hiking opportunities that take visitors through natural Puget Sound landscapes as well as significant historical sites.
Blakely Harbor Park Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 15 feet
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Highest Point
- 43 feet
A mix of history and natural wonder pervades in this park where you can hike along a forested lagoon out to a clearing on Puget Sound.
Kitsap Memorial State Park
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
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Highest Point
- 100 feet
Want to go on a forest stroll, do some tide pooling and have a picnic on the lawn, all in the same place? Look no further than Kitsap Memorial State Park.
Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial is an outdoor exhibit commemorating the internment of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island in the state of Washington. It is a unit of the Minidoka National Historic Site in Idaho.
Grand Valley - Cameron Creek Loop
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 30.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10,945 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,628 feet
Hike up and down (and up again and down again, and then up one more time) around this loop in the northern part of Olympic National Park. You'll get stunning mountain views, pass tranquil lakes, and laze around in gorgeous alpine meadows, and you'll need that break, because the elevation gain on this one is no joke.
Goose Lake Plateau
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,000 feet
This wide-open grassland offers roaming, but route-finding is necessary to enjoy your time on trail here.
Timberline Trail - Gnarl Ridge Junction to Timberline Lodge
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 8.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 2,819 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,052 feet
The southeast section of the Timberline Trail can be very exposed and difficult to follow at times due to erosion, but it will reward you with beautiful views of the White River drainage and Mount Hood.
Timberline Trail - Timberline Lodge To Ramona Falls
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 9.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 2,024 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,043 feet
This southwest section of the Timberline Trail is characterized by loose, sandy soil and pockets of forest filled with day hikers exploring close to the lodge.
Timberline Trail - Ramona Falls to Elk Cove
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 10.1 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 3,736 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,926 feet
After seeing Ramona Falls, continue along the northwest section of the Timberline Trail to meadows, wildflowers and more expansive views of Mount Hood.
Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 141 feet
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Highest Point
- 499 feet
The Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail connects the Heritage Recreation Center to the South Hill Community Park via a wide paved trail.