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
4203 HikesAnderson Island
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 50 feet
Take a nice retreat to a couple of trails winding through a mossy forest to a beach and tidal inlet where you can continue exploring along the sand.
Anacortes Community Forest Lands - Eastern Fringe Forest Loop
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 3.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 520 feet
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Highest Point
- 550 feet
Hike a varied, nearly-four-mile forest loop in the eastern part of the Anacortes Community Forest Lands (ACFL). Appreciate the variety of coniferous and deciduous trees of different sizes and ages. View a few wildflowers in season, and some fall colors later in the year.
Alger Alp (North Route)
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,303 feet
Whether you're looking for a winter training hike, or some Puget Sound views any time of year, this convenient trail will give you a good workout and some good scenery.
Airport Levee Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 2.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 5 feet
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Highest Point
- 200 feet
The Airport Levee Trail traces along the western edge of the Chehalis-Centralia airport. The crushed gravel trail surface carries visitors along, offering views of a golf course to the west and the airport tarmac to the east.
A Quiet Place Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
This small park just outside of downtown Kingston is indeed a quiet place. The trails here delve into the forest and loop around the edge of the park.
Deceiver
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 1.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 1,440 feet
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Highest Point
- 250 feet
The Deceiver Trail is a hiker-only trail in the southern reaches of Cougar Mountain. It is a connector trail so it does not have its own devoted trailhead but can be reached on foot from the multiple trails in the park.
Cussed Hollow
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,400 feet
Trekking quietly is easy on this gentle woodland trail, allowing you to take advantage of prime wildlife spotting.
Cultus Mountain
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Cultus Mountain is a peak east of Mt. Vernon. The land surrounding the mountain is a patchwork of public and private property.
Crestwoods Park Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 195 feet
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Highest Point
- 235 feet
A close-in hike near Kirkland. The perfect after-work way to unwind.
Cougar Pass
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 0.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 80 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,300 feet
The Cougar Pass Trail is a short connector in the northern part of Cougar Mountain Regional Park. It links the Klondike Swamp trail at its western end to Tibbett’s Marsh Trail at its eastern end.
Cottonwood Canyon State Park
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 4.3 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
The river level Pinnacles Trail which was an old ranch road follows the John Day River below beautiful and colorful basalt cliffs and pinnacles through sagebrush flats and scenic views of the rolling hills.
Chadwick Hill
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
At 470 feet, Chadwick Hill is the second-highest point on Lopez Island. The trail up the hill provides a great workout, with many ups and downs to keep you warm in the cool sea breezes.
Cedar Flats Nature Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 1.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 67 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,380 feet
The Cedar Flats Nature trail is an old growth mixed forest of cedar, Douglas fir, and hemlock. It's a peaceful stroll through deep, quiet forest, perfect for children and grown ups alike.
Cavanaugh Pond Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.8 miles, roundtrip
Cavanaugh Pond Natural Area is on the banks of the Cedar River near the city of Renton. A short, 0.4-mile, trail extends from the parking area to a beach along the river.
Cattle Point Lighthouse
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 25 feet
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Highest Point
- 25 feet
Hike a small piece of the new San Juan Islands National Monument! This section of BLM land is one of 75 sections throughout the islands (most are on uninhabited islands) and the site of the Cattle Point Lighthouse. This lighthouse was erected in 1935, but a navigational lantern has stood here since 1888.
Camp Long
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 240 feet
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Highest Point
- 350 feet
Camp Long is a hidden gem, a 68-acre enclave in West Seattle featuring old growth forest, wildlife, a variety of hiking trails, rock climbing, ropes courses, camping, and environmental education.
Camano Ridge Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 250 feet
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Highest Point
- 500 feet
The trail at Camano Forest Preserve winds through a typical evergreen forest with plenty of sword ferns, and maple trees that are lovely in autumn. Originally set aside as Camp Lake and managed by the Department of Natural Resources, it is now managed and maintained by the Friends of Camano Island and Island County.
Butte Creek Sitka Spruce Grove
Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area
The Department of Natural Resources has closed this site indefinitely.
Burton Acres Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
The south end of Vashon Island is quieter than the business district, making it a lovely place to take a calming walk with your family. Burton Acres park offers a short but fulfilling hike. The 64-acre park features more than 1.2 miles of trails to explore on a loop route.
Bunker Hill
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 4.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,250 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,383 feet
Getting up Bunker Hill is less of a charge and more of a steady march. The hill, named by early settlers in the valley, used to serve as a fire lookout, and the way to the top is steep and direct. But the fire lookout is gone and the trees have grown up, so with limited views from the summit, it’s better suited to your training regimen than visiting on shore leave. But it’s a great work out, and you can cool down afterwards on the nearby Whistle Punk trail.
Briggs Lake
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 3.75 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 375 feet
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Highest Point
- 340 feet
This is a pleasant walk around Briggs Lake on San Juan Island. Don’t let the detailed instructions deter you -- though there are a few intersections to navigate, this is a great way to explore the wooded highlands of San Juan Island, enjoy some lake views, and perhaps catch sight of a bald eagle.
Bradley Lake
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
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Highest Point
- 440 feet
Bradley Lake Park in Puyallup has a full suite of amenities including a paved walking trail around the lake. The park is equipped with a large parking area, restrooms, two ballfields, a large picnic shelter, open grassy areas and about 1.5 miles of paved, barrier-free trails.
Bingaman Pond Nature Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.9 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 67 feet
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Highest Point
- 340 feet
Bring out some waterproof shoes and explore both forest and wetlands–right in your neighborhood.
Big Creek Falls
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 300 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,900 feet
The Big Creek Falls trail is closed as of spring 2015
Big Bend/Landsburg Reach Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
Southeast of the Seattle Metro area, in scenic Maple Valley are the Big Bend and Landsburg Reach Natural Areas. These two greenspaces are located along the Cedar River. People walking, biking, or riding their horses along the Cedar River Trail pass through these two areas which are near the end of the long Cedar River Trail.
Bell Point and English Camp
Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 50 feet
English Camp is the historical site of the Royal British Marines’ outpost established in the 1860’s. Part of a joint English-American occupation of San Juan Island while international water boundaries were decided, many of the buildings remain for visitors to explore. The gentle, family-friendly loop trail from English Camp to Bell Point offers hikers peaceful water views and pleasant bird watching.
Beaver Marsh Loop
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10 feet
Beaver Marsh Park is a 32-acre forested city-owned natural area in Vancouver bisected by Burnt Bridge Creek. The level 0.65-mile trail crosses the creek twice as it loops through the park.
Beaver Lake Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
A few different trails wind through this forest, so visitors can make any number of loop hikes.
Bay View State Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
The Bay View State Park on Padilla Bay has plenty of activities and amenities.
Balfour Klickitat Day Use Area
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 0.75 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
A short, paved loop trail just outside the town of Lyle that offers excellent bird-watching and a quiet walk in the east side of the Gorge.