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
4215 Hikes76 Creek
North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
This is not an official trail, but rather a rough route in the Monte Cristo area. The route abuts many private property parcels and private cabins. Respect private property signs and refrain from visiting any structures you may encounter on this route.
Traditional Knowledge Trail
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
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Length
- 0.3 miles, roundtrip
Per the Snoqualmie Tribe, this trail has been closed to the public. Please refrain from visiting.
Dusty Ridge
North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
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Length
- 3.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,365 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,340 feet
A long-abandoned trail that branches off the unmaintained Upper Suiattle River Trail to Dusty Creek.
Deception Pass State Park - Pass Lake
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 493 feet
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Highest Point
- 531 feet
The Pass Lake Loop provides a nice, quiet forested trail near the popular Deception Point State Park. The trailhead is near the boat launch for Pass Lake at the junction of Highway 20 and Rosario Road.
Keenan Meadows
Central Washington > Yakima
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Length
- 1.8 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 615 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,033 feet
Part of the Manastash Ridge trail system, the Keenan Meadow Trail begins at South Fork Manastash Trail and ends at the Shoestring Lake Trail.
Potholes State Park - Frenchman Hills Trail Loop
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 2.8 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 51 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,086 feet
Potholes State Park mostly service picknickers and boaters, but there are 3 miles of trail to explore on the Frenchman Hills Trail Loop.
Upper Roaring Creek
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,433 feet
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Highest Point
- 6,022 feet
Hike a scenic ridgeline on a trail connecting Lake Julius and Lake Ethel. Views of the central Cascades abound on this rugged route outside of Leavenworth.
Verne Samuelson Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 419 feet
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Highest Point
- 503 feet
A nice forested stroll, with views of a small creek, and the valley below.
Spiritridge Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 215 feet
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Highest Point
- 413 feet
This loop trail connects Spiritridge Park, Robbinswood Park and the Phantom Lake Loop and will take you through the Bellevue Airfield Park.
Greenwood Lake
South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley
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Length
- 6.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,750 feet
Hike to a sweet, small, little-known lake near the trailhead for High Rock lookout.
Peterson Lake Natural Area
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 213 feet
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Highest Point
- 603 feet
The Peterson Lake Natural Area is a haven for wildlife and an important part of keeping clean water running through the Cedar River Watershed in the ever-growing urban areas of King County. It is essential wetland habitat for many species of fish, birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles.
Evergreen Beach Trail
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 238 feet
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Highest Point
- 201 feet
In Washington, trails can be found just about anywhere. This one takes off from Parking Lot F on the campus of Evergreen State College! A short hike down to a lovely little beach, this is just the ticket for students and families alike.
Lily Point Marine Park and Reserve
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 360 feet
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Highest Point
- 257 feet
With nearly 300 acres and a mile and a half of shoreline along Boundary Bay, Lily Point Marine Park & Reserve is an excellent coastal retreat for adults and children alike.
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area - Hawk Creek
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 4.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 900 feet
Visit Hawk Creek in the winter to amble along its shoreline, or in the summertime for vistas of incredible geologic landmarks.
Golf Course Trail - Newcastle
Issaquah Alps
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Length
- 1.1 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 233 feet
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Highest Point
- 708 feet
The Golf Course Trail is part of the trail network running through the residential town of Newcastle. This trail parallels Golf Club Road along a forested band.
Fort Ward to Blakely Harbor
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 345 feet
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Highest Point
- 229 feet
This trail connects Fort Ward Park Park to Blakely Harbor Park via a forested corridor.
Bonneville Trail
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 0.7 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 59 feet
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Highest Point
- 537 feet
Join mountain bikes on this hike with access to many trails all around Tradition Lake, including the Adventure Trail, the Gas Trail, the Wetlands Trail, Section Line Trail, and Bus Trail.
Del Fairfax Preserve
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
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Length
- 1.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 166 feet
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Highest Point
- 306 feet
Featuring a 1.3 mile lollipop loop, this preserve takes visitors through a forest of Douglas fir and salal to an open meadow.
South Tiger Powerline
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 0.6 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 249 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,462 feet
Cut across to the south section of the Tiger Mountain Trail from the South Tiger Traverse.
Timberlake Park
Issaquah Alps
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 131 feet
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Highest Point
- 190 feet
Timberlake Park consists of 24 acres in the city of Issaquah. While most of the park is forested, the trail leads to the Lake Sammamish shoreline, including a beach area.
Neppel Landing Trail
Eastern Washington
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Length
- 1.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 30 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,073 feet
This trail starts out in Neppel Park in the City of Moses Lake and runs along the shore of the lake; it is paved and flat.
Whistler Canyon Trail
Eastern Washington > Okanogan Highlands/Kettle River Range
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Length
- 24.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 3,000 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,930 feet
This trail offers vistas of the Okanogan River and Pasayten Wilderness as well as wildlife viewing potential for hikers of all experience levels.
Curry Preserve
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 256 feet
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Highest Point
- 219 feet
Short loop trails through fields with views of Mount Baker.
Fred's Railroad
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 0.6 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 86 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,332 feet
A trail off Clay Pit Road with access to Coal Creek Falls, as well as Shy Bear area, Wilderness Peak, and other areas.
Forest to Sky Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.9 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 194 feet
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Highest Point
- 264 feet
This trail can be hiked on its own or joined with other area trails for a longer outing.
Tammi Wilson Memorial Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 0.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 26 feet
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Highest Point
- 34 feet
A nice break from in-town shopping, the Tammi Wilson Memorial Trail is a short, ADA-accessible trail in Burlington.
Protector Trail
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 0.35 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 49 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,311 feet
A half-mile jaunt from Shangri La to Tibbetts Marsh and West Tibbetts Creek Trails.
Bottle Beach State Park
Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
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Length
- 1.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 8 feet
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Highest Point
- 17 feet
With 6,000 feet of shoreline and an ADA accessible trail, visitors can travel along the coast and keep an eye out for the numerous species that fill the air.
Waterworks Garden
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 30 feet
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Highest Point
- 48 feet
Waterworks Gardens is a public park managed by King County Parks. Complete with trails, art, native plants and wildlife this park winds visitors through a series of garden "rooms" of ponds, wetlands and marshes.
K-3 Trail
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
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Length
- 0.6 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 648 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,219 feet
Shave off 2.5 miles of distance with this 0.5 mile shortcut on the Tiger Mountain Trail. Also access the West Tiger Railroad Grade Trail just 0.1 miles off the TMT.