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.
We respectfully acknowledge the lands we are visiting are the homelands of Indigenous tribes of the Pacific Northwest, some of whom have reserved rights on these lands. Tribes continue to rely on and share in the management of these lands today. Please tread gently and treat these places with respect.
Results List
4216 HikesFort Ward Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.25 miles, roundtrip
The trails in this park reveal the military history and natural wonder of this area. There are options for walking along the beach or through forested slopes.
Feryn Ranch Conservation Area
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 0.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 50 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,867 feet
This 165-acre conservation futures property preserves a fragment of the Peone Prairie ecosystem at the confluence of Peone Creek and Deadman Creek.
Haynes Estate Conservation Area
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
In the fast growing area of north Spokane, this natural area on the banks of the Little Spokane River is a welcome escape. A couple different loop trails circle through the ponderosa forest in the uplands, and a spur trail splits off to head down to the river. There is about a half mile of shoreline to explore.
Stegosaurus Butte
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 2.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,040 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,160 feet
Stegosaurus Butte (Choir Boy) is a short, but steep well defined climber's path up off the Pratt Lake Trail to a small ridge with views of Garfield, Pulpit, and Preacher Mountains.
Stairway to Heaven
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 9.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 900 feet
Stairway to Heaven is a single track hiking and mountain biking trail in the foothills of Wenatchee. It climbs gently through fields of flowers and Ponderosa pine up to the summit of Twin Peaks. Enjoy views of the canyons and Wenatchee Valley down below.
Gillette Lake and Greenleaf Overlook
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 8.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 650 feet
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Highest Point
- 875 feet
Hike a short way or a little longer -- either to a lakeside or an overlook. Wherever you choose, you'll enjoy a route that passes through the Pacific Crest Trail's famous "Green Tunnel"; the tree canopy and foliage that makes up the iconic trail's character in southwest Washington.
Saddle Rock
Central Washington > Wenatchee
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Length
- 3.1 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 920 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,000 feet
This is an excellent location to get some conditioning in during the winter months, or to stretch legs after a long day behind a desk. Please respect trail closures for rehabilitation.
Bypass Trail
South Cascades > Goat Rocks
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Length
- 1.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 400 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,000 feet
Use this trail to hike a loop with Snowgrass Trail (96) and the Pacific Crest Trail (2000), or use it to skip (bypass) the crowds at Snowgrass Flats by heading straight over to the PCT.
BPA Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 7.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 797 feet
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Highest Point
- 452 feet
You can visit several parks along the way of this urban trail including Celebration Park, Madrona Park and Panther Lake Park. It also passes by the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Centre. The paved path is ADA accessible and allows leashed dogs.
Bailey Range Traverse
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
A challenging, largely off-trail, multi-day backpacking scramble across the rough and rugged interior of the Olympic Mountains.
Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park - Deep Lake
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
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Length
- 15.0 miles of trails
Dry Falls State Park is a stunning stop on any Central Washington road trip. The viewpoint off Highway 17 at the Visitor Center is a good quick stop to see the evidence of the mighty ice age floods that swept through this area. But drive down to the main road through the park, just a couple miles south, and you'll be able to get inside this incredible vista, and see up close what the land looks like now.
Marymere Falls
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 1.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 500 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,100 feet
Walk among old-growth giants as you travel to one of Olympic National Park's best-loved waterfalls.
McCollum Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 40 feet
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Highest Point
- 390 feet
Hike an almost level forest loop trail along a creek in this Snohomish County park. It's a welcome break from the surrounding suburbia, and offers large trees and ferns, plus a few wildflowers and birds. Optionally, check out a more urbanized trail that continues on far to the south.
Auburn Environmental Park Wetland Trail Boardwalk
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 72 feet
This short boardwalk meanders through marshy wetlands just a couple of minutes away from downtown Auburn.
Donkey Engine Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 3.44 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 450 feet
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Highest Point
- 800 feet
This quick out-and-back will satisfy your outdoor craving without the exertion of a full day hike.
Boot Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 4.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 200 feet
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Highest Point
- 950 feet
On the south side of Taylor Mountain, this trail gains a couple hundred feet as it curves through the forest above Carey Creek.
Mountain Beaver Trail
Issaquah Alps > Taylor Mountain
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Length
- 1.84 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 800 feet
Wander along this forested slope above Carey Creek in the southern portion of the Taylor Mountain Forest.
Evans Creek Trail (Redmond)
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3 feet
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Highest Point
- 52 feet
A short walk through historic farmland turned wetland and forest just east of downtown Redmond.
Sumas Mountain - Gold Mine Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
The popular access point for Sumas Mountain (off Sealund Road) utilizes private property. Hikers are asked to refrain from using this access point.
La Center Bottoms
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
La Center Bottoms is a county-owned stewardship site and a stop along The Audubon Society’s The Great Washington State Birding Trail Southwest Loop. It is a pleasant short stroll, perfect to stretch your legs or share nature observation tips with the family.
Captain William Clark Regional Park at Cottonwood Beach - Dike Trail
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 20 feet
Enjoy a hike or glimpse some native species of bird along the Washougal Dike.
Capitol State Forest - Mount Molly
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 908 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,950 feet
Explore one of the many trails in Capitol State Forest as an out-and-back, or combined with another trail in the area.
Olympic Discovery Trail - East Central
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 26.1 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 943 feet
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Highest Point
- 250 feet
This section of the Olympic Discovery Trail, from Blyn to Port Angeles, offers an appealing mix of forest, farms, rivers and waterfront views.
Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 3.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 210 feet
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Highest Point
- 265 feet
Explore the Chehalis River between working farmland and recently restored riparian habitat. Your hosts: a bevy of birds, from barn swallows to bald eagles.
Profanity
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 1.5 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 640 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,846 feet
This short feeder trail located on the west side of the Kettle River Range provides easy access to the portion of the Kettle Crest National Recreation Trail around Profanity Peak.
Lake People Park (Xacua'bs)
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.1 miles of trails
A small neighborhood park on a hillside in the Columbia City region of Seattle.
Illahee Forest Preserve
Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
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Length
- 2.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 210 feet
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Highest Point
- 530 feet
Explore an undeveloped watershed on well-maintained trails just minutes from town.
Blyth Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Blyth Park lies along the Sammamish River in the City of Bothell. Hiking trails extend from this more developed area out through the woods and along the river. Some trails are more developed while others are impromptu social trails.
Icicle River Road Snowshoe
Central Cascades > Leavenworth Area
This trail is the end section of Icicle River Road that is left unplowed in the winter months. It is fun for snowshoers of all ages and skill levels.
Hurricane Ridge Snowshoe
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 800 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,757 feet
Whether you’re an expert or a first-timer, Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park is one of the most spectacular places to snowshoe in Washington state—and on clear days you’ll be treated to bird’s-eye views of Mount Olympus in all her winter splendor.