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 HikesDeer Creek to Tipsoo Lake
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
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Length
- 10.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,850 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,375 feet
SR 123 (Cayuse Pass) is closed between the junction with SR 410 to the north and the Mount Rainier National Park boundary (near Ohanapecosh Campground) to the south for the winter season.
This trail offers passage through magnificent old growth forest, and past sparkling clear streams. It may not be as scenic as other trails in the area, but it requires no parking pass or entrance fee to enjoy the beauty of Mount Rainier.
Hansen Ridge
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 15.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,300 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,100 feet
In summer and fall this is a bikers trail but come winter it makes an excellent snowshoe or cross country ski trail.
Chapin Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 13 feet
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Highest Point
- 225 feet
The Chapin Trail is part of the City of Bellevue’s Parks and Open Trails System. The short loop will take you through a charming forested area within a residential neighborhood.
Scriber Lake
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Highest Point
- 360 feet
An easy walk around a small urban lake and wetland area.
Grouse Basin Loop
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 160 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,000 feet
Enjoy this low-key, child-friendly hike through aspen forest close to Seattle, just off the parking lot for Mailbox Peak.
Wahkeena-Multnomah Falls Loop
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 5.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,060 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,678 feet
Hike a delightful, somewhat rugged trail past several waterfalls to views of the Columbia River and the stunning Gorge, capped off by a stop by the most popular recreation area in the Northwest: Multnomah Falls.
East Peak
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 8.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,500 feet
East Peak is a slightly longer, more challenging hike than the extremely popular route to Rattlesnake Ledge. Allow a little more time, and be sure to bring a map of the area!
Juanita Woodlands Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
Juanita Woodlands is a small, 35-acre forested neighborhood park between Kirkland and Kenmore.
Cheasty Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
This strip of green space in the middle of the Mount Baker and Columbia City neighborhoods of Seattle offers mountain bikers and hikers reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the city.
St. George's Trail (Trail 503)
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 7.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,400 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,200 feet
This trail starts and ends within the Little Spokane Natural Area, with a short stint near St. George's School.
Whipple Creek Hollow Natural Area
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 0.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
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Highest Point
- 300 feet
This natural area is 40 acres of beautiful forest just north of Vancouver.
Westport State Park - Westport Light Trail
Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 15 feet
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Highest Point
- 30 feet
The Westport Light Trail, also known to locals as "The Dunes Trail" is about 1 paved mile dotted with many commemorative stone benches.
Palouse Falls
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 803 feet
All trails into the canyon and base of Palouse Falls are permanently closed.
The iconic Palouse Falls -- Washington State's official falls -- is not to be missed.
Daroga State Park
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 2.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 765 feet
The park is closed during the winter season between Nov 1 and March 31.
Daroga State Park is a recreational oasis in Central Washington, providing riverside access for a host of outdoor activities. Bring the family for a full day along the Columbia River — everyone is sure to find something that will bring them joy.
South Puyallup Trail
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 3.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 700 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,200 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
Known as the South Puyallup Trail, this access point to the Wonderland Trail is a connector 1.7 miles long that wends its way through a mature forest with trees ranging between 100 to 1000 years old.
South Puyallup to Klapatche
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 18.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 5,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,900 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
South Puyallup to Klapatche is a scenic section along the western portion of the Wonderland Trail.
Round Pass Trail
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 0.5 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 362 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,885 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
A lovely alternative to walking the West Side Road, the Round Pass trail heads east to the South Puyallup Trail.
Lake George
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 9.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 930 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
Ascend the decommissioned portion of the Westside Road to the Lake George Trailhead, and then follow a moderately steep trail through an old-growth Douglas fir and hemlock forest to a secluded and beautiful campground on the shores of a beautiful blue-green mountain lake. Grab a permit at the Longmire Ranger Station and make it an overnight — but bring warm clothes.
Gobblers Knob
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 11.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,565 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,485 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
A clear, sparkling lake, up-close views of Mount Rainier, and a historic fire lookout await you on the Gobblers Knob Trail. This route is an eastern approach to the lookout via Westside Road.
Tahoma Creek Suspension Bridge - Emerald Ridge Loop
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 14.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,600 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
Ever wanted to hike the Wonderland Trail, but have time for only a sneak peek? Here’s how to enjoy a sampling of the Wonderland’s spectacular scenery — in a single day!
Tahoma Creek
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
Trail closed: The Tahoma Creek Trail is washed out, difficult to navigate and travels through a hazardous area.
St. Andrews Park - St. Andrews Lake
Mount Rainier Area > SW - Longmire/Paradise
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Length
- 20.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,650 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,900 feet
Westside Road is closed for the winter season.
St. Andrews Lake is a lovely high country lake along the Wonderland Trail that can be reached via the Westside Road.
Wilson Creek Cottontail Trail
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 11 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,290 feet
This level, paved trail on a former railroad grade offers a pleasant, accessible route alongside the tiny town of Wilson Creek in central Washington.
High Point Trail
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 1.3 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 867 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,326 feet
Begin your hike up High Point Trail in wooded, steep terrain, passing a junction with the Lingering Trail and eventually joining up with the Tiger Mountain Trail.
Reflection Ponds via Greider and Boulder Lakes Trail
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
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Length
- 4.82 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 239 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,558 feet
If hikers are interested in this relatively quiet portion of Snohomish County, but not up for the lengthy treks of Boulder or Grieder Lakes, then Reflection Ponds might be the right hike for you! The trail crosses multiple drainages, including Bear Creek, which offers striking views of Spada Lake. Ultimately, the trail highlights a serene loop between the two Reflection Ponds.
Asahel Curtis Nature Trail
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 180 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,000 feet
This short loop just off of Interstate 90 offers an easy escape to nature. With plenty to keep little ones occupied, and just enough mileage to give your legs a little workout, this is a delightful detour for anyone venturing west or east over Snoqualmie Pass.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 5.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,300 feet
The Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge protects a portion of the ‘Channeled Scablands’ of ice age flood fame. The refuge has a 5.5-mile auto route through part of it.
Muddy Meadows/Foggy Flat
South Cascades > Mount Adams Area
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Length
- 11.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,710 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,850 feet
This forested trail leads to a fine campsite primed for exploring the base of Mount Adams.
Middle Creek
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 980 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,410 feet
This road walk in the Teanaway Community Forest has a choice of a lower road along the creek or an upper road on the hillside. The upper road provides a few places with views south across the Middle Creek valley and views of lower peaks in the Teanaway drainage to the west. The lower road is a walk in the shade along the creek with a few meadows and marshes for wildlife and fall foliage viewing.
Longs Pass
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 5.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,250 feet
Longs Pass provides unbelievable views, but only after an unbelievable amount of elevation gain. In less than 3 miles, you'll climb more than 2000 feet in elevation -- that's quite like climbing a staircase for three miles. It's shady the first half, but soon comes out into an exposed area; bring as much water as you can carry!