Hiking Guide

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4203 Hikes

Iron Cap Mountain

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West

Highest Point: 6,347 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) - Hyak to Windy Pass

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

Rating: Average rating:
0.00

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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

Length: 5.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet
Highest Point: 4,358 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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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

Rating: Average rating:
0.00

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A summit climb on the east side of Snoqualmie Pass. Gear and expertise required.

Howson Creek

Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway

Length: 7.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 3,400 feet
Highest Point: 5,700 feet
Rating: Average rating:
2.60

(5 votes)

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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

Elevation Gain: 3,440 feet
Highest Point: 5,560 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(1 vote)

A peak scramble near Chair Peak and Kaleetan Peak. Climbing experience strongly recommended.

Haystack Mountain

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West

Highest Point: 2,715 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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.

Hatchery Creek

Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area

Length: 13.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 4,000 feet
Highest Point: 6,700 feet
Rating: Average rating:
2.33

(6 votes)

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A brushy, steep trail to the Cascade high country.

Gunnshy Peak

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West

Elevation Gain: 4,295 feet
Highest Point: 6,218 feet
Rating: Average rating:
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Granite Mountain - Winter

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

Elevation Gain: 3,750 feet
Highest Point: 5,629 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(4 votes)

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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

Length: 5.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,600 feet
Highest Point: 4,600 feet
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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.

Gopher Mountain

Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan

Highest Point: 8,001 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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Freund Canyon

Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area

Length: 7.3 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,800 feet
Highest Point: 3,000 feet
Rating: Average rating:
1.00

(1 vote)

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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

Length: 10.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,750 feet
Highest Point: 5,580 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.67

(6 votes)

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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

Rating: Average rating:
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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.

Flora Mountain

Central Cascades

Highest Point: 8,325 feet
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Fishhook Flat

Snoqualmie Region > Cle Elum Area

Rating: Average rating:
1.25

(4 votes)

This hike is in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Esmeralda Peak Loop

Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway

Length: 12.1 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 2,940 feet
Highest Point: 6,000 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.67

(3 votes)

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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.

Emerald Peak

Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan

Elevation Gain: 5,272 feet
Highest Point: 8,422 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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Elbow Peak

Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway

Length: 11.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 3,740 feet
Highest Point: 5,710 feet
Rating: Average rating:
2.38

(8 votes)

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Be prepared for a real spring workout to reach Elbow Peak and its grand vista of peaks in the central and south Cascades. Along the way, be sure to stop and view the multitude of flowers.

Easter Peak

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West

Length: 11.66 miles, roundtrip
Highest Point: 5,326 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

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A summit scramble in the Central Cascades. Gear and expertise required.

Duke of Kent

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

Length: 7.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 3,400 feet
Highest Point: 4,840 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.00

(4 votes)

A summit accessed via a scramble off of the south side of I-90. Cross country navigation experience and navigation required.

Ames Lake Forest

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

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With many miles of trails that are being improved by King County Parks, Ames Lake Forest is a good option for anyone looking to get away from crowds at Tolt-MacDonald. Keep in mind that this is a watershed though, and be certain to keep Leave No Trace principles in mind in this sensitive area.

Alpine Falls

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West

Length: 0.1 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 14 feet
Highest Point: 1,450 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.67

(3 votes)

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If you’re in need of a quick leg stretch while traveling over the pass, the trail to Alpine Falls may be just the place. The trail is very short and features a powerful waterfall where the Tye River flows over giant granite boulders.

Dirtybox Peak

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

Rating: Average rating:
5.00

(2 votes)

Summits

Hike and scramble to a summit between Dirty Harry's Peak and Mailbox Peak.

Ira Spring Connector Trail

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

Rating: Average rating:
3.50

(2 votes)

An unofficial bootpath that connects Dirty Harry's Balcony with the Ira Spring Trail. This route requires route-finding skills and the ability to hike cross-country.