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
4224 HikesLoch Katrine
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 7.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,000 feet
Take a hike through an active working forest to the peaceful Loch Katrine. Be aware that this hike is on private property, and a day permit is required for entry.
Lake Julius and Loch Eileen
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 15.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,815 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,735 feet
You can hike to Loch Eileen two ways — via a trailhead off Highway 2, or from trails you can access if you reserve a spot at Alpine Lakes High Camp.
Little Wenatchee River Road Snowshoe
Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
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Length
- 10.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 1,080 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,000 feet
Starting from the west end of Lake Wenatchee, this snowshoe along a snowy forest service road is a great way to get out in the snow on a relatively flat and wide trail. Side roads offer an uphill route to a viewpoint or you can meander down toward the river and turn back at any point you please.
Lichtenwasser Lake Snowshoe
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
This snowshoe route follows Smithbrook Road north from Highway 2, then leaves the road to climb across open terrain to Licthenwasser Lake. This route requires routefinding skills and the ability to read and navigate through avalanche terrain.
Lennox Creek (Dog Mountain)
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,800 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,408 feet
This abandoned trail climbs from the Lennox Creek Valley under thick canopy to a prominent peak in between the North Fork and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers.
Lake Margaret
Central Cascades
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Length
- 26.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 10,800 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,300 feet
Follow the popular Icicle Ridge trail into the Alpine Lakes Wilderness to Lake Margaret. A typical alpine lake, Margaret features campsites, trees, boulder fields, and granite cliffs. There are also fish in the lake available for fishing. At the junction with Icicle Ridge and Frosty Wildhorse, this lake is a great destination for an overnight trip with opportunities to connect to other lakes and trails.
Lake Kulla Kulla
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
One of the hundreds of lakes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Lake Kulla Kulla is visible from the top of Mount Defiance but not accessible via formal trails.
Lake Hancock
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 9.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,391 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,360 feet
This hike is in a privately owned forest. The public is allowed to recreate here with a permit that is sold by the land owner at https://sqrecreation.com/.
Lake Donald
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
The highest and loveliest of the Scottish Lakes, Lake Donald is reached via a way trail 1/2 mile and 500' above Loch Eileen.
Lake Augusta
Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
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Length
- 15.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,750 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,860 feet
The way to Lake Augusta is rough. It's a steep and brushy trail that doesn't see much maintenance. But the destination is worth it; the lake is gorgeous, set in a basin at the bottom of Big Jim Mountain. It's a wonderful spot for wildflowers and backpacking trips late into the season.
Keystone Ridge
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 8.4 miles, roundtrip
Hike up a steep, dry ridgeline in the Entiat with 360 degree views of the Columbia River, the wine country of eastern Washington, and wildflowers galore.
Judi's Peak
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Elevation Gain
- 3,417 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,560 feet
A Class 2 scramble to the top of Judi's Peak in the Teanaway. Climbing experience recommended.
Jolly Mountain via Sasse Ridge Trail
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 6.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,003 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,443 feet
Use this route to access the summit of this Teanaway peak, and you'll be pleased to find it's half as short as the standard 13-mile roundtrip approach. The trailside environment is stark, since this area burned recently, and while life is rebounding here, it’s still more austere than jolly. Note that this summit is also accessible via the West Fork Teanaway Trail, Yellow Hill, and Jolly Creek or Paris Creek, though all those are multi-mile treks, deserving of overnighting, or at least a very early start.
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) - Hyak to Windy Pass
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
This short section of the PCT heads south out of Snoqualmie Pass and to Windy Pass, where it is possible to access Mount Catherine, or do a longer loop before heading back towards the trailhead at Snoqualmie Pass.
Humility Hill
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,200 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,358 feet
There is no official trail to the peak of Humility Hill. Reaching the peak requires going off trail.
Howson Peak
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
A summit climb on the east side of Snoqualmie Pass. Gear and expertise required.
Howson Creek
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,400 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,700 feet
Following an abandoned trail, Howson Creek provides an enjoyable hike in light forest. The trail is steep and the tread is narrow, but it offers progressively better views above 4000 feet, north toward Thorp Mountain and the Snoqualmie Peaks, especially from West Sasse Peak.
Hemlock Peak
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Elevation Gain
- 3,440 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,560 feet
A peak scramble near Chair Peak and Kaleetan Peak. Climbing experience strongly recommended.
Haystack Mountain
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Highest Point
- 2,715 feet
A hike to a summit just outside of Goldbar - the trail is very faded, so be prepared for bushwacking to a summit. Route finding experience strongly recommended.
Gunnshy Peak
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Elevation Gain
- 4,295 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,218 feet
Granite Mountain - Winter
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Elevation Gain
- 3,750 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,629 feet
The Granite Mountain trail is one of Washington's most popular in summer. But in winter, the route crosses an avalanche chute and is extremely dangerous when snow is present.
Granite Creek
Snoqualmie Region > Cle Elum Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,600 feet
This steep trail goes from Forest Road 4517-117 to the Cle Elum Ridge Trail. Hike up switchbacks beneath a forest of ponderosa pine and fir trees to reach some spectacular views of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Be sure to bring waterproof shoes, as the creek comes over the trail in places.
Freund Canyon
Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
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Length
- 7.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,800 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,000 feet
Used primarily by mountain bikers, this trail is very popular due to its proximity to the town of Leavenworth. It is also frequently used as a logging road, and is subject to occasional closures because of this.
French Cabin Mountain
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 10.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,750 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,580 feet
Hike to the three summits of French Cabin Mountain ending with a class-3 scramble on West Peak.
Freedom Peak
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
Also known as Little Navaho, this scramble is best attempted in winter, as the rock in summer makes for class 2 or 3 climbing. In any season, climbing experience and equipment recommended.
Fishhook Flat
Snoqualmie Region > Cle Elum Area
This hike is in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Esmeralda Peak Loop
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 12.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,940 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
Take a rugged trek through creek canyons, down a four-wheeling road, over a remote pass, and back down through a multi-use trail to complete a challenging loop hike. You may have equestrians, mountain bikers, and ORV users for company, but any type of user can appreciate the views you’ll get along the way.