Hiking Features
Dungeness River. By Jon Lee.
Dungeness River is an excellent November hiking option. Photo by Jon Lee.
Reflection Lake Dave Schiefelbein
You won't see any water on Reflection Lake until spring, but that doesn't mean the lakes are safe for walking. The ice here is notoriously thin and dangerous. Photo by Dave Schiefelbein.
Mowich Lake trail
The Mowich Lake trail provides peek-a-boo views like this one of Mt. Rainier along the way. Photo by 'Putz-in-Boots.'
Tatoosh Range
Consider trying a few photos in black and white - it picks up the shadows on the snow and creates an entirely different mood on this partly cloudy day on Mazama Ridge. Photo by Jon Stier.
Dungeness Snowy Owl
Owls, bald eagles and harbor seals are among the wildlife you can see along the Dungeness Spit. Photo by Ulrich Fritzche.
Umtanum sheep
The LT Murray Wildlife area is one of the best places to spot big horn sheep in Washington. Photo by Trip Report poster Mediancat.
Spencer Island
Spencer Island - on the outskirts of Everett - is a great place to stretch your legs and take the kids. Photo by Trip Report poster CBig.
Ridgefield NWR
Duck Lake in the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge's Carty Unit is one of the destinations you can hike to in the spring. Photo courtesy of US Fish & Wildlife Service.
Little Pend Oreille crew
In 2007, a WTA Volunteer Vacation crew built nearly two miles of the new Mill Butte Trail in the Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge. We're back in 2008 to finish the loop! Photo by Henry Hertzfield.
Canyon Creek trail
The Canyon Creek trail in Fort Columbia State Park is awash in green right in the spring.
North Head Lighthouse
Cape Disappointment State Park has two historic lighthouses. The lightkeeper residences next to the North Head Lighthouse, pictured here, are available as vacation rentals.
salmon sculpture
The Salmon Interpretive Trail at the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge headquarters is a great place to stretch your legs while driving to the Pacific Coast.
Dutch Henry Draw
If geology is your thing, Moses Coulee is the hike for you. This photo of Dutch Henry Draw provides a sense of the immensity of the place. Photo by Kim Brown.
Northrup Canyon
The colors on the cliffs in Northrup Canyon pop out in the afternoon sun. Photo by M and S.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge
Spring is an excellent time to view wildlife - try early morning or right at sunset. Photo of Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge by Ron Ellis.
White Bluffs
The White Bluffs follow along the last free-flowing stretch of the Columbia River. Photo by Alan Bauer.
Kamiak Butte - Palouse
Kamiak Butte near Pullman provides a stunning vista of the Palouse. Photo by Kim Brown.
Escure Ranch
It's not all lonely sagebrush at Escure Ranch - there are small ponds and lakes that dot the landscape in this very remote hike. Photo by Alan Bauer.
Beezley Hills
Want to see wildflowers in abundance? Hike the Beezley Hills near Quincy. Photo by Alan Bauer
Black Canyon
Black Canyon is one of the lonely but wonderful hiking destinations in the L.T. Murray Wildlife Area. Flowers, views, birds and black basalt slopes dominate. Photo by M and S.
Hidden Lake Peak Lookout
The views are stunning from Hidden Lake Peak Lookout, and the inside is cozy. Photo by Trip Report poster '@l@ain.'
Oregon Butte
The Oregon Butte Lookout is a great hike in the Blue Mountains of Southeast Washington. Photo by Aaron Solem.
Red Top Mountain
Shown in snowier weather, the Red Top Lookout has a stunning setting in any season. Photo by HikerJim.
Granite Mountain
The rocky perch of the Granite Mountain Lookout offers fantastic views in every direction. Photo by Karen.
Lookout Mountain
The partially furnished Lookout Mountain cabin provides a commanding North Cascades view. Photo by Caretaker Dan.
Granite Mountain
Granite Mountain after a light snow in September. Photo by Trip Report poster 'The Duge.'
Naches Peak Loop - Bauer
Fall color abounds along the Naches Peak Loop near Mt. Rainier National Park. Photo by Alan Bauer.
Ingalls Way
Ingalls Way in the Teanaway offers nice fall color in September and October. Photo by Don Geyer.
Scary picnic table
Picnic table returns to the Earth - scary! Photo by Kim Brown in Rockport State Park.
The Lime Kiln
Imagine a grizzly old man with a red hot poker in his hand - creepy. Lime Kiln photo by Kim Brown.
Hiker on Goat Lake Trail in Rain
A hiker outfitted for wet weather poses next to a giant cedar on the Goat Lake Trail. Photo by Kim Brown.
Hiker on Goat Lake Trail in Rain vert
A hiker outfitted for wet weather poses next to a giant cedar on the Goat Lake Trail. Photo by Kim Brown.
Hurricane Hill Summit in Winter
Hurricane Hill in Olympic National Park is an excellent winter destination (as long as the road is open!). Photo by Eric Jain.
Mazama Ridge snow view
The view from Mazama Ridge in Mt. Rainier National Park can't be beat on a clear day. Photo by 'Opus.'
Marten Creek snow
A snowshoer heads up the trail Marten Creek snowshoe trail. Photo by 'Comet trail.'
Lake Mardeen snow
A group of happy snowshoers pose at Lake Mardeen, accessed off of Gold Creek Basin. Photo by 'WildCelticRose.'
leavenworth_snowshoe
Snowshoeing is a great way to get out in winter, and the Icicle River Trail in Leavenworth makes it a cinch for beginners. Photo by Jay McPherson via Flickr.
High hut view
The view from the dining table at Tahoma's High Hut. Spectacular! Photo by Janelle Walker.
Ebey's Landing
The view from the bluff at Ebey's Landing. This is a great hike in any season. Photo by M&S.
Ford Slope Coal Car
Coal car at the Ford Slope mining exhibit, Cougar Mountain. Photo by Abby Wolfe.
Iron spar Shy Bear trail
An iron spar remains from a bygone era along the Shy Bear Trail at Cougar Mountain Regional Park. Photo by Abby Wolfe.
Cave Hole warning sign
A classic Keep Out sign on the Cave Hole Trail at Cougar Mountain. Photo by Abby Wolfe.
Spruce Railroad bridge devils punchbowl
About a mile in on the Spruce Railroad hike is this bridge over the deep blue cove called Devil's Punchbowl. Photo by Bobn'Susie.
newt
Sometimes the small creatures along the trail are the hit. As spring approaches, watch your feet for these cute little newts. Photo by Susan Elderkin.
snow geese skagit
Migrating snow geese are a top attraction in the Skagit Wildlife Area in winter. Photo by Alan Bauer.
Columbia Plateau SP Bauer
More than 23 miles of trails await hikers and bikers at Columbia Plateau State Park near Cheney. Photo copyright Alan Bauer.
Columbia Hills wildflowers
Wildlfowers with Mt. Hood in the background at Columbia Hills State Park. Photo copyright Alan Bauer.
Iron Horse SP tunnel Bauer
At the entrance to the Snoqualmie tunnel along the 100 mile Iron Horse trail. Photo by Alan Bauer.
Iron Horse SP near Rattlesnake Bauer
The Iron Horse Trail near Rattlesnake Lake. Photo copyright Alan Bauer.
Columbia Hills State Park
Wildlfowers and views to Mt. Hood at Columbia Hills State Park. Photo copyright Alan Bauer.
Lighthouse Point trail
The north side of Deception Pass State Park should not be missed, with great trails to Lighthouse Point and Rosario Head. Photo by Jan.
raincoats kids
Always bring raingear for your hike, even when you think it will be sunny. These kids will have fun despite the rain because they are properly dressed. Photo by the Evans Family.
Boulder River kids backpacking
Boulder River is also an excellent choice as a first backpacking trip for kids (or adults). Photo by Thor Skeel.
old sauk rock stacks
If the river is low enough, it is always fun to stop and play among the river rocks. Photo by Destinationup.
Packwood Lake
Packwood Lake is especially fun in the spring and fall - no mosquitoes, no crowds! Photo by GOUWDOGS.
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