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
4215 HikesRock Mountain
North Cascades > Pasayten
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Elevation Gain
- 2,660 feet
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Highest Point
- 7,920 feet
Reaching the summit of Rock Mountain in Okanogan County requires going off trail.
Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail - Mosier Twin Tunnels
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 9.4 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 730 feet
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Highest Point
- 540 feet
After it was deemed impractical for cars, the old Columbia River Highway was closed to traffic, and opened to hikers and bikers! The winding route of this historic highway hearkens back to a time when roads were designed for Sunday drives, and the twists and turns of the highway make for a diverting hike or bike along the scenic Columbia River Gorge.
Deschutes River
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR
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Length
- 4.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 650 feet
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Highest Point
- 750 feet
The loop trail combines three of the four trails in the park and takes you along the river a short distance before hiking up the canyon's slopes with increasing views to the 750 foot highpoint.
North Bonneville Heritage Trails
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 12.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 40 feet
There are more than 12 miles of trails encircling and interweaving the town of North Bonneville. These range from paved and flat to rougher, dirt trails that are somewhat steep in places. All afford nice exercise and views from the valley of the high peaks above the wide Columbia River.
Lake Chelan State Park - Little Bear Trail
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 2.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 250 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,350 feet
Well-maintained but secluded 2.3 mile loop through savannah and pine forest inside Lake Chelan State Park.
Point Robinson Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
A series of very short trails at Point Robinson lead to and around a lighthouse on Maury Island whose mate is across the Sound at Alki Point.
Morgan Tidelands
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
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Length
- 2.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 0 feet
Enjoy this 2.5 mile long beach hike thanks to a donation from the Morgan Family to Whidbey Camano Land Trust.
Beebe Springs Wildlife Area - Cultus Jim and Chelan Bob Loop
Central Cascades > Entiat Mountains/Lake Chelan
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Length
- 1.7 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 450 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,100 feet
Walk through a rocky, desert landscape with expansive views of the Columbia River. These trails are short and well built with rock steps for stable footing. This loop trail system may be started at either the Chelan Hatchery or at the loop’s top just off Highway 150 on the way into Chelan.
Edelweiss Knob
Central Cascades
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Length
- 0.7 miles, (type not yet set)
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Elevation Gain
- 115 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,215 feet
Chukar Lake - Blythe Lake
Central Washington > Potholes Region
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Length
- 3.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 350 feet
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Highest Point
- 975 feet
The trail to Blythe and Chukar Lakes is short but also surprisingly entertaining. From beginning to end, the surrounding cliffs and distant vistas are spectacular to behold.
Chinook Pass Snowshoe
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
A snowshoe up Hwy 410 towards Chinook Pass from the gate at Morse Creek.
Pressentin Park
North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 10 feet
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Highest Point
- 327 feet
This county park consists of 40 acres of old homestead land in Marblemount. The park is for day use only and includes a picnic shelter, fishing and hiking trails.
Hellroaring Meadows
South Cascades > Mount Adams Area
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 5,373 feet
A hike near Mount Adams.
McLellan Conservation Area
Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene
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Length
- 3.42 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 400 feet
Easy trails wander through 410 acres of ponderosa pine forest jutting out into a bend of the "Long Lake" section of the Spokane River. Established as key wildlife habitat along the river, it's a nice little spot right outside Spokane for bird-watching. Keep your eyes peeled for nesting osprey.
Teanaway Community Forest - Exclamation Point Rock
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
Exclamation Point Rock is a geological rarity in Washington, and part of the developing Teanaway Community Forest. Right now it is difficult to access this location without trespassing on private property. Hikers are discouraged from visiting this area.
Iron Creek - Blewett Pass Sno-Park Loop
Central Cascades > Blewett Pass
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Length
- 10.2 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,315 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,300 feet
This 10.2 mile winter cross-country ski or snowshoe route follows unplowed summer roads and old logging roads to make a loop trip near Blewett Pass.
Alaska Lake Snowshoe
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Length
- 12.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,600 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,200 feet
The route to Alaska Lake travels through avalanche terrain. Have avalanche awareness skills, the ability to identify avalanche risk and the proper gear before going.
Cooper River Snowshoe
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
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Length
- 8.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 400 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,900 feet
A snowy ramble along a river east of Snoqualmie Pass.
Danville-Georgetown Trail System
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.7 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 70 feet
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Highest Point
- 660 feet
The Danville-Georgetown Open Space is a greenspace habitat offering a multi-use trail network through a working forest in King County's Maple Valley. The Danville-Georgetown Open Space is named after the historical railroad line that traveled through the site and the former Georgetown mining town.
Spokane Gulch
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,100 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,100 feet
A trail ascending from the Methow valley floor towards Goat Wall, Spokane Gulch is a local favorite. Trails and roads continue on up to Flagg Mountain to the south or Goat Peak's lookout 4000 feet above the valley floor.
Raging River Natural Area
Issaquah Alps
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Length
- 0.5 miles, one-way
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Highest Point
- 280 feet
This area is managed primarily as important riparian habitat, but there are a couple short trails, one heading into the upland portion of the property and the other following along the river.
Mercerdale Hillside Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 300 feet
Stairs are the attraction at Mercerdale. The main stairway here includes 302 wooden steps climbing from Bicentennial Park to 74th Place SE, and several other locations offer plenty of ways to get your heart rate up.
Bob Heirman Wildlife Preserve
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 3.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 82 feet
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Highest Point
- 92 feet
If you just need some quiet time in nature and are not looking for a big workout, this little walk will be perfect. There is good access to the Snohomish River where you can find a place to throw a line in the water plus some good birding opportunities near the small lakes.
Sun Mountain Snowshoe Loop
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
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Length
- 2.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 686 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,877 feet
This well-marked snowshoe route near Sun Mountain Lodge offers outstanding views, a variety of terrain, and more solitude than you might expect.
Twin Lakes
Central Washington > Grand Coulee
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Length
- 9.25 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 800 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,200 feet
Explore lakes, wetlands, and the shrub-steppe landscape on this tour of BLM property west of Spokane.
Island Crest Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 325 feet
Hike good trails in this very green, forested park on Mercer Island. Enjoy moss, ferns and bird life. And see whether the missing suspension bridge has returned.
CrossTown Trail - Newcastle
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Length
- 4.0 miles, one-way
The CrossTown Trail is made up of a patchwork of segments of trail and sidewalk that wind through the town of Newcastle to deliver hikers into Cougar Mountain Regional Park.
Sierra Park
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 0 feet
This innovative park in Edmonds is a delight for the senses of both blind and sighted visitors. The trail through the park was landscaped with trees and shrubs that provide a wide range of textures and fragrances as well as visual beauty.
Seattle Chinese Garden
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
Located near South Seattle Community College, the Seattle Chinese Garden provides a peaceful retreat from the busyness of the city.
Tam O'Shanter - Viewpoint Open Space Trails
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 320 feet
Hike easy forest trails connecting two adjoining urban parks. Appreciate the tall deciduous trees and some large conifers, plus ferns and small creeks. In season, look for forest wildflowers. Try to identify some of the wild birds, and enjoy the antics of the squirrels that always are present.