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 HikesCornell Butte
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 3.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,088 feet
This hike may seem virtually an informality after the arduous drive to its trailhead. However, if fire lookouts intrigue you, and the aesthetic of the rough Okanogan Highlands appeal to you, then this hike is for you.
Cooney Peak
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Highest Point
- 8,321 feet
Cooney Peak, also known as Switchback Peak, sits within the Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness and can be reached from the Eagle Lakes Trailhead. The route to Cooney Peak is a Class 3 and involves exposed scrambling. Gear and experience are recommended.
Columbia Plateau Trail - Fish Lake
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 7.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,277 feet
Survey wetlands, working farms and Western-movie vistas on this 130-mile rail trail through Eastern Washington’s channeled scablands.
Columbia Plateau Trail - Amber Lake
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 15.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,300 feet
Amble through aspens and plateau shrubs- dogwood, sumac, and currant on this gentle day hike through a portion of the 18,000-acre Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.
Coleman Pinnacle
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
A summit 5 miles into the Ptarmigan Ridge Traverse. Class 2 or 3 scramble -- equipment and expertise required.
Coleman Glacier Snowshoe
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 4,500 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
The route on the Coleman Glacier involves advanced snow travel. Those hoping to traverse Coleman Glacier should have the appropriate gear and a plan, and need to consult a map and identify their route before attempting.
Clark Peak
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Length
- 6.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,570 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,891 feet
Reaching the summit of Clark Peak requires going off trail.
Church Lake
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
This hiker-only route is not an official trail It is a user-built route, and so is a rough and rugged climb. The way is often overgrown and the road to access the trailhead requires a high-clearance car.
Chopaka Lake
North Cascades > Pasayten
Chopaka Lake sits at the entrance to the Chopaka Mountain Wilderness Study Area, a 5,518-acre site owned and managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Chesaw Wildlife Area
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
The Chesaw Wildlife Area is also known as the Chesaw Wildlife Unit/Scotch Creek Wildlife Area Chesaw.
Castle Peak
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Highest Point
- 8,306 feet
Castle Peak is a very prominent peak in the northwestern portion of the Pasayten Wilderness. It can be reached several ways, from Provincial Park on the north, the PCT on the west or Freezeout Creek on the east.
Mount Spokane - Burping Brook-Smith Gap Loop
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 500 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,400 feet
Take this trail to escape the heat on summer days, or to observe how the snow brings profound quiet to the forest in the middle of winter. Regardless of season, this trail is a good introduction to the trails at Mount Spokane State Park.
Burch Mountain via Billy Goat Pass
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Length
- 9.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,510 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,782 feet
Start on a trail popular for horses and hikers to Billy Goat Pass, then take a right on a hiker-only trail for a high ridge traverse to a larch grove pass. Finish with a steep climb to a lookout site and 360 degree views.
Buck Mountain Snowshoe
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 11.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,635 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,135 feet
A strenuous snowshoe trip leads to Buck Mountain Lookout with contrasting views of forest and fire. Whether the views are worth the effort is up to the traveler!
Browns Lake
Eastern Washington > Selkirk Range
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,440 feet
A short one mile trail around a quiet fishing lake in northeastern Washington.
Snake River Trail (Boyer Park Bluffs)
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 4.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 30 feet
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Highest Point
- 680 feet
The Snake River Trail is 4 miles of paved trail along the river and through the popular Boyer Park and Marina. It has stunning views of the river, bluffs, and the Lower Granite Lock & Dam.
Blue Heron Park
Eastern Washington
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Length
- 0.5 miles, one-way
Stop over at this park to stretch your legs during a long drive on I-90.
Bennington Lake
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 20.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
A local spot to cool down when the temperatures soar in Walla Walla, Bennington Lake is a favored spot for hikers, birders, anglers, runners, and lots of local wildlife.
Bauerman Ridge
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Highest Point
- 8,044 feet
Bauerman Ridge is located in the north eastern region of the Pasayten Wilderness and can be reached by several routes.
Batey-Bould
Eastern Washington
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Length
- 38.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 2,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,400 feet
The Batey-Bould Trail System is 40 miles of motorcycle tracks in the summer and snowmobile tracks in the winter, but it is also a lovely walk through the forest for hikers/snowshoers who go during the week and avoid the motorists.
Baker Lake - Horseshoe Cove Snowshoe
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 920 feet
This seasonal snowshoe route to the shore of Baker Lake is dependent on the snow accumulation at the time of your trip. With the right amount of snow this becomes a 2-mile walk along a snowy road to the lake.
Wolframite Mountain
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Highest Point
- 8,137 feet
Wolframite Mountain is a prominent peak in the Pasayten Wilderness near the Canadian Border. The summit can be reached via the Cathedral Driveway Trailhead.
Wallula Gap - East
Eastern Washington > Palouse and Blue Mountains
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Length
- 3.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 428 feet
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Highest Point
- 783 feet
These trails provide a multitude of multi-season hikes of varying difficultly. The reward is great views of the Columbia River and the geology of Wallula Gap from the east side of the river.
Voodoo Peak
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Highest Point
- 5,198 feet
A striking peak off the Mountain Loop Highway that requires climbing experience to summit successfully.
Virginia Lilly
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 900 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,270 feet
This short, sweet loop with spring flowers, old-growth trees and views of the Okanogan Highlands is just waiting to be explored.
Twisp River Rearing Ponds
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
This area is being actively restored to a natural state. A loop hike suitable for all ages winds through wetlands in a critical salmon rearing area.