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4216 Hikes

Saltese Uplands

Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
 
Length
3.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
630 feet
Rating
Average rating:
4.25
(4 votes)
WTA has worked on trails in this 552-acre conservation area to help prevent erosion. Over 7 miles of trail wind throughout the property, exploring canyons that embrace year-round springs and climbing ridge tops with views of Liberty Lake, Mount Spokane, and Saltese Flats.
 
 

Willapa Hills Trail

Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
 
Length
56.5 miles, one-way
Rating
Average rating:
5.00
(1 vote)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Rivers
  • Wildlife
Once a railroad, this trail can visitors to travel between the towns of Chehalis and South Bend without having to drive! Do note though, the trail is in varying stages of development, so be sure you are prepared for pavement, gravel, dirt, or detours depending on your route.
 
 

Boulder River

North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
 
Length
8.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
700 feet
Highest Point
1,550 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.94
(145 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Good for kids
  • Old growth
  • Rivers
  • Waterfalls
The Boulder River trail is a nice hike that can be done any time of year. Come in winter while the rain is dripping off the mossy trees, photograph the waterfalls filled with spring snowmelt. Take the kids out for a little picnic in the summer, or leaf collecting in the fall. Come anytime midweek for quiet contemplation.
 
 

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
 
Length
2.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
100 feet
Highest Point
100 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.67
(6 votes)
  • Dogs not allowed
  • Good for kids
  • Old growth
  • Rivers
  • Wildlife
More than 5,000 acres of marshes, grasslands and wooded areas are home to more than one hundred species of birds, waterfowl and fish. The refuge has a $3 entry fee, which can be waived with an America the Beautiful/Interagency pass.
 
 

Capitol State Forest - Sherman Creek Loop

Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
 
Length
7.8 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
800 feet
Highest Point
1,150 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.67
(9 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Old growth
  • Rivers
This is one of the longest hike options in Capitol State Forest -- weaving through wooded valleys and along quietly flowing creeks, visitors here may discover not only natural wonders but also relics from the time that this area was the home of many a logging show.
 
 

Kettle Crest Trail

Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
 
Length
44.0 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain
8,000 feet
Highest Point
7,140 feet
Rating
Average rating:
4.33
(3 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
The Kettle Crest Trail is the granddaddy of long-distance, high-country routes in Eastern Washington. Over the course of its 44 miles, it presents a virtual highlight reel of dry-side beauty, from sage-scented meadows to subalpine parkland.
 
 

Kettle Crest North

Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
 
Length
29.0 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain
5,200 feet
Highest Point
7,135 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.50
(8 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Fall foliage
  • Mountain views
  • Old growth
  • Ridges/passes
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
With 12 named peaks along a route that starts and stays high, hikers can expect big views, no crowds and excellent stargazing.
 
 

Whitehorse Trail

North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
 
Length
27.0 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain
1,305 feet
Highest Point
559 feet
Rating
Average rating:
5.00
(1 vote)
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Rivers

The westernmost 3 miles of the trail (landslide) and section 1.7 miles east of the Trafton trailhead (flood damage) are closed until further notice.

The Whitehorse Trail runs for 27 miles along an old railroad grade, connecting the towns of Arlington and Darrington. The route generally follows Highway 530 and the North Fork Sauk River as it approaches the cascade foothills.
 
 

Pigeon Creek Trail

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
 
Length
1.9 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
121 feet
Highest Point
41 feet
Rating
Average rating:
2.67
(6 votes)
  • Coast
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
The Pigeon Creek Trail takes you for a stroll along Everett's industrial waterfront. Watch the Port of Everett operate, relax on the beach, watch for trains, and enjoy bird watching from the end of the trail.
 
 

Horseshoe Ridge

Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
 
Length
18.1 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
3,300 feet
Highest Point
3,460 feet
Rating
Average rating:
2.60
(5 votes)
  • Mountain views
  • Ridges/passes
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
South of Mt. St. Helens near Amboy, the Horseshoe Ridge Trail (#140) is an aptly named 7.3 mile trek off of well-traveled Siouxon Creek. Once easily accessed a mile from West Creek, attempts from the relocated main trailhead entail an 18.1 mile round trip.
 
 

Kalama Horse Camp to Kalama Falls

South Cascades > Mount St. Helens
 
Length
8.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
870 feet
Highest Point
2,000 feet
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
  • Old growth
  • Rivers
  • Waterfalls
  • Wildlife
There are two routes to Kalama Falls; the longer route starts from the Kalama Horse Camp and takes hikers through the forest.
 
 

Songbird Peak

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
 
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)

Trail closed: The route to Songbird Peak is illegally built. Please refrain from use.

The route to Songbird Peak is not an official trail and leads into the watershed. Please refrain from use.
 
 

Hall Creek

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
 
Rating
Average rating:
2.00
(4 votes)

Trail closed: The route for Hall Creek is illegally built. Please refrain from use.

Hall Creek is not an official Forest Service trail. The route is not maintained and may lead into the adjacent watershed. Hikers are asked to refrain from use.
 
 

Greenway Mountain

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
 
Rating
Average rating:
4.00
(1 vote)

Trail closed: The trail used to access Greenway Mountain is illegally built. Please refrain from use.

The route to Greenway Mountain is not an official trail. Hikers are requested to refrain from use.
 
 

Boyd Creek Interpretive Trail

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
 
Length
0.7 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
0 feet
Highest Point
906 feet
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Rivers

The road to this trailhead (NF 37) is washed out just a few hundred feet before the trailhead.

The boardwalk on the trail is broken and impassable.

This less-than-a-mile boardwalk hike is a lovely way to get outside and enjoy a little forest time in a cathedral of trees.
 
 

Skyline

Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
 
Length
45.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
4,900 feet
Highest Point
5,700 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.00
(4 votes)
  • Dogs not allowed
  • Established campsites
  • Lakes
  • Mountain views
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife

The temporary bridge on North Shore Road has been removed for winter. The Graves Creek and North Fork trailheads are currently inaccessible due to both North Shore and South Shore roads being closed.

This primitive trail spans over 20 miles through Montane and subalpine ecosystems. From the Low Divide Ranger Station to the Three Lakes campsite, the Skyline trail will take you on a steep journey past lakes and to the top of Kimta Peak.
 
 

French Creek

Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
 
Length
14.4 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain
3,200 feet
Highest Point
6,100 feet
Rating
Average rating:
2.00
(1 vote)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Mountain views
  • Ridges/passes
  • Rivers
  • Wildlife

The bridge over French Creek 1.5 miles up Icicle Creek Trail is broken and unsafe to cross. There is no way to ford the creek during high water.

One of many trails in this area that create tons of fun loop options, the French Creek Trail is 14.4 miles long, and gains 3200 feet of elevation along its length. Due to diminishing funding, the trail is very brushy in sections, making it difficult to navigate. Hiking it end-to-end makes for a fun traverse through the heart of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, and over county lines!
 
 

Irely Lake

Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
 
Length
2.8 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
145 feet
Highest Point
615 feet
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)
  • Dogs not allowed
  • Lakes
  • Mountain views
  • Rivers
  • Wildflowers/Meadows

The temporary bridge on North Shore Road has been removed for winter. The Graves Creek and North Fork trailheads are currently inaccessible due to both North Shore and South Shore roads being closed.

A temperate rainforest saunter up from the Quinault River valley floor to a fauna rich lake within the Olympic National Park
 
 

Hex Mountain

Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
 
Length
7.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
2,900 feet
Highest Point
5,034 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.67
(15 votes)
  • Mountain views
  • Ridges/passes
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows

The winter access of Hex Mountain via NF-116 is closed to the public.

Hex Mountain is now located partially on private property please and is inaccessible to vehicles.
 
 

South Creek

North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
 
Rating
Average rating:
2.67
(3 votes)

Trail closed: Private property starts approx. 2.5 miles in and there are no public routes to detour. Please do not hike.

The trail is closed approximately 2.5 miles up, as it crosses through a gated private property boundary. There is currently no public access. Please do not hike.
 
 

Hex Mountain Snowshoe

Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
 
Rating
Average rating:
4.11
(18 votes)

The winter access of Hex Mountain via NF-116 is closed to the public.

The winter access of Hex Mountain via NF-116 is closed to the public.
 
 

Indian Creek

South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley
 
Length
8.0 miles, one-way
Rating
Average rating:
4.25
(4 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
An infrequently-maintained trail in the William O Douglas wilderness.
 
 

Blakenship Lakes

South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley
 
Length
7.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,170 feet
Highest Point
5,290 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.67
(6 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Good for kids
  • Lakes
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
Enjoy a trio of lakes and meadows on this excellent summer destination.
 
 

Sitka Spruce Trail

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
 
Rating
Average rating:
4.00
(1 vote)

Trail closed: This trail is unsanctioned and not a designated trail; hiker use is discouraged by the land manager. Please do not hike.

This trail is unsanctioned and not a designated trail, and hiker use is discouraged by the land manager. Please do not hike.
 
 

Rock Creek

North Cascades > Pasayten
 
Length
7.1 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain
1,500 feet
Highest Point
5,900 feet
Rating
Average rating:
2.00
(5 votes)
  • Mountain views
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
Enjoy views of peaks and wildflowers along this connector trail between the PCT and the Pasayten Airstrip. This trail features abundant wildlife and a comfortable grade.
 
 

Fletcher Canyon

Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
 
Length
4.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,300 feet
Highest Point
1,600 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.00
(9 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Old growth
  • Rivers

South Shore Road is closed until further notice due to washout rendering this trailhead inaccessible.

The Fletcher Canyon Trail is a disproportionately difficult hike for being little more than two miles long. Perhaps because the route is steep and often muddy, obscured by blowdown, or faded entirely, it earns its ire and accolades. Individual accounts may be forgiven for their embellishments, especially those recalled fireside at the lodge tavern on a wet winter’s eve.
 
 

Pilchuck Falls

North Cascades
 
Rating
Average rating:
5.00
(1 vote)

This trail is closed due to danger to hikers. Please do not hike.

This hike is on private property and has been closed by the owners due to danger to hikers. No trespassing signs have been posted. Please respect their privacy.
 
 

Mountain Climbers Trail

South Cascades > Mount Adams Area
 
Length
6.8 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
2,600 feet
Highest Point
8,300 feet
Rating
Average rating:
5.00
(1 vote)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Fall foliage
  • Lakes
  • Mountain views
  • Ridges/passes
  • Summits
  • Waterfalls
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
Hike through beautiful woods, subalpine meadows and glacial moraines to the Hellroaring Viewpoint. The trail then becomes poorly defined up to Sunrise Camp.
 
 

Table Mountain

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
 
Length
2.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
725 feet
Highest Point
5,700 feet
Rating
Average rating:
4.50
(20 votes)
  • Dogs not allowed
  • Mountain views

The last 2.7 miles of the Mount Baker Highway/SR 542 (from Heather Meadows to Artist Point) is closed for the winter season.

Table Mountain trail offers a variety of nice views, and opportunities to get away from the parking lot crowds at Artist Point. But heed the cautions before you set out.
 
 

Point No Point Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
2.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
100 feet
Highest Point
0 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.75
(8 votes)
  • Coast
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Wildlife
The trail at Point No Point gives you both a glimpse into the past, as well as a bit of a workout and great views. With 3 acres in the Point No Point County Park and one hiking trail, the Point No Point lighthouse makes a great destination for visitors young and old.