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
4225 HikesLarch 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.
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.
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.
Pugh Ridge
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 12.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,833 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,783 feet
Pugh Ridge is a steep ridgeline trail branching off of the North Fork Entiat around 2.5 miles in, and connecting back down with South Pyramid Creek, making for a ideal loop trip.
North Fork Entiat River
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 26.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,150 feet
Experience the rugged beauty of the Entiat mountains, rich in wild flower meadows, jagged peaks, and solitude. These trails, though occasionally steep and loose, harbor fantastic corners, wildlife, and old-school outdoorsmanship that many crowded trails now lack.
Myrtle Lake
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 8.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 650 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,765 feet
Myrtle Lake is a quaint lake nestled in the Entiat Mountains.
Mount Maude
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 7.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 5,400 feet
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Highest Point
- 9,040 feet
A summit of a mountain in the central Cascades, accessible from Holden Village or the Phelps Creek trailhead.
Little Giant Pass
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 10.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,409 feet
Little Giant Pass is home to one of the finest views in Washington State: the sight of the Napeequa River, winding its lazy way through the perfect U-shaped valley left by receding glaciers that cling wearily to the surrounding heights and feed the silver ribbon beneath your feet. It is a rare prize, this view, locked away at the end of a long, 4,000-foot climb that is itself guarded most of the year by an icy river crossing.
High Pass
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 26.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,100 feet
Channel your inner mountain goat on this steep hike to aptly-named High Pass, and bask in glorious views of Glacier Peak and the surrounding mountainscape.
Fern Lake
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 16.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,950 feet
Seek solitude and stupendous views at this high alpine lake in the Entiat Mountains. A steep slog of a trail ensures you'll have plenty of room at this lake.
Estes Butte
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 8.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,900 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,400 feet
This is a relativity little-used trail that offers great views down into the Chiwawa Valley with a backdrop of the Chiwawa Ridge and the Entiat Range from a former lookout site. Follow it through a forest of Douglas-fir, grand fir, Western hemlock and several species of pines and big leaf maple. This is a very dry trail with a southwest exposure so bring plenty of water with you.
Duncan Hill
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 13.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,819 feet
Despite not having the flashy title of “Mountain” or “Peak,” Duncan Hill climbs high above the Entiat River, providing panoramic views of Mount Fernow and Mount Maude, along with sights of Glacier Peak and Mount Rainier.
45 Mile Sheep Drive
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 4.9 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 3,364 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,624 feet
Found within the Glacier Peak Wilderness, the 45 Mile Sheep Drive trail begins at the Entiat River Trail, and ends at Emerald Park Trail. It's a 4.9-mile, rugged, primitive trail. As such, it is not regularly maintained and not recommended for stock. It was burned in the 2006 Tinpan Fire and there may be blowdown from this incident. Hikers will find it very steep and some routefinding may be required.
Carne Mountain
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 7.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,085 feet
Carne Mountain is a challenging, yet rewarding hike to the brilliant gold colors of the western larches. Against a backdrop of blue autumn sky and indigo mountains, they are a dazzling sight.
Basalt Ridge
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 17.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,900 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,400 feet
The Basalt Ridge trail offers hikers a path to Basalt Peak and Garland Peak.
Basalt Pass
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 2.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,250 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,200 feet
Get ready for a butt-kicker! You’ll be climbing over 1,200 feet in a mile, but it’s a great entry point to a larger trail network that can take you to Garland Peak, Rock Creek, Basalt Peak and more.