Hiking Guide
WTA's hiking guide is the most comprehensive database of hikes in Washington, and comprises content from eight guidebooks, user submitted info, and data compiled by WTA.
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Snoqualmie Pass -- Snoqualmie Pass
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Eastern Washington -- Tri-Cities
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Snoqualmie Pass -- Snoqualmie Pass
Annette Lake (#1019)
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Dense forest drapes the lower trail, keeping hikers cool on the hottest August afternoons. At trail's end, a deep lake waits to kill off the last of the summer heat--for those brave enough to dive into its icy waters. Between the thick second-growth forest stands and the high alpine lake, the trail rolls along Humpback Creek, offering tantalizing views now and again of pretty waterfalls along the tumbling creek.
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Puget Sound and Islands
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Mt. Rainier
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Puget Sound and Islands -- South Sound
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The Tacoma Nature Center is a 70 acre nature preserve which includes Snake Lake and its surrounding wetlands and forest. There are a little over 3 miles of trails.
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Central Cascades
North Fork Sauk River (#649), Pacific Crest Trail (#2000), Bald Eagle Trail (#650), Blue Lakes High Route (#652.1), Pilot Ridge Trail (#652)
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A loop hike, beginning and ending in the old growth forests of the North Fork Sauk River that traverses high ridges and passes of the pacific crest, visits beautiful alpine lakes, finally following the high and lonesome Pilot Ridge Trail before descending back down to the trail junction on the North Fork Sauk River.
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North Cascades -- Mountain Loop Highway
Mount Pilchuck (#700)
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Rising 1 mile above the surrounding countryside and perched on the western edge of the Cascades, Pilchuck packs some of the best panoramic viewing to be found in these parts. From its historical and restored fire lookout, scan the horizon - from Rainier to Baker, Glacier Peak to the Olympics, Seattle to the San Juans - and every jagged, rugged, and snow-capped peak lining the Mountain Loop Highway. One of the most popular hikes in Washington, Pilchuck is a "social mountain." Expect company and enjoy the camaraderie.
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South Cascades -- Mount Adams
Crofton Butte (#73)
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Rolling along the lower slope of Mount
Adams, this trail offers mountain views and, during the early season, a forest floor carpeted with lush clumps of beargrass with bulbous white flowers. Though much of the trail is under the old fir and pine forest
canopy, there are enough breaks and clearings to keep Mount Adams fre-quently in view. The best panoramas of the peak are found from the saddle between 5272-foot Crofton Butte and its little sibling to the south, Lower Butte (4870 feet)
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Central Cascades -- Stevens Pass - West
Lake Elizabeth (#1071)
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A quiet little lake at the headwaters of Money Creek, Lake Elizabeth makes for an easy family outing. Come in late spring for showy blossoms brightening the forest floor, summer for languid lounging, or fall for berry picking amid pockets of vivid color. And with its short distance, the hike around Elizabeth is ideal for budding explorers.
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Central Cascades -- Stevens Pass - East
Carne Mountain (#1508)
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One of the finest viewing outposts in the Chiwawa region, Carne Mountain will leave your head spinning as you try to identify a seemingly infinite array of peaks spread out before you: from close-ups of Maude, mighty matron of the Entiat Range, all the way to Stuart and the Enchantments. And valleys too! Peer straight down into gorgeous emerald allies housing roaring waterways. The trail is well built, albeit steep. An excellent alpine choice in early summer-come for the wildflowers. Or miss the floral show and arrive later for the larch production, which receives golden praise year after year.
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Olympics -- East
Gray Wolf River (#834)
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Perfect for a winter leg-stretcher or a spring woodland flower hike, this easy trail will appeal to most hikers, young and old. Through groves of old-growth conifers, over cascading creeks, and hugging the lush banks of the Gray Wolf River, the trail marches up a quiet canyon in the Buckhorn Wilderness. Plenty of good picnic sites, too, can be found along the tumbling, churning river. And there's always an excellent chance of spotting a big critter along the way.
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Olympics -- North
Marymere Falls (#50)
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A pretty little waterfall popular with the summer masses or a lonely valley coveted by those seeking solitude and old-growth splendor-it's your choice. From a secluded valley tucked between Mount Storm King and the Aurora Ridge, Barnes Creek winds its way down to Lake Crescent. Falls Creek tumbles down the steep slopes of Aurora Peak, ultimately as Marymere Falls in a damp glen just above Barnes Creek. Two diverse waterways, two diverse hikes, two diverse experiences. Of course, you can always hike them both.
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South Cascades -- White Pass / Cowlitz River Valley
Clear Lost (#76)
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Past the ford, the trail climbs relentlessly, leading hikers into high alpine country where both the trailside scenery and the expansive views increase in beauty with each step forward. The path leads past a pair of pretty mountain lakes and offers some fine camping for those who want more than a single day of exploring.
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Central Cascades -- Blewett Pass
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Eastern Washington -- Colville
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Central Cascades
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A brushy hike up an abandoned logging road to Jumpoff Ridge.
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North Cascades
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North Cascades
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North Cascades
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North Cascades
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Snowshoe Huntoon Point. With a starting elevation of 4,300 this tour is your best guarantee of good snow, even in a lean year.
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North Cascades -- North Cascades Highway
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Eastern Washington -- Wenatchee
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Whispering stands of cottonwoods shine against the brilliantly polarized eastern Washington blue sky, while cool blue pools reflect their graceful beauty.
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Mt. Rainier -- NE - Sunrise / White River
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These beautiful lakes are nestled in a green bowl beneath high, craggy peaks. You might encounter a few elk, maybe a mountain goat or two, and possibly even a black bear.
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Olympics -- Coast
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A great loop any time of year: explore quiet maritime forest and the bird-saturated Willapa Bay shoreline on the wild northern tip of the Long Beach Peninsula. Chances are good that you'll sight bear, deer, or otter along the way.
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North Cascades -- North Cascades Highway
Blue Lake (#314)
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An uninspiring name for a pretty tarn tucked beneath the impressive Early Winters Spires. Short and sweet, this trail will leave you sitting by Blue's shimmering waters in no time. From a shoreline resting post marvel at the surrounding soaring walls of granite. Listen for clambering climbers scaling them. Despite the occasional clanking of carabiners, Blue Lake is a peaceful place above the busy state highway.
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South Cascades
South Fork Tieton River (#1120)
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Take a leisurely stroll up the Tieton River Canyon among color-changing cottonwoods, aspens, Garry oaks and shrubby willows, all putting on one of the most spectacular autumn displays you’ll ever see.
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Eastern Washington -- Spokane Area
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This short hike offers amazing geology and great views of the valley.
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Eastern Washington -- Spokane Area
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Spokane State Park offers four-season recreation, from great hiking spring through fall to wonderful snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter. Pick up a map at the park or online, then choose from a variety of destinations -- a CCC cabin, the top of Mount Spokane, Mount Kit Carson and much more.
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Eastern Washington -- Spokane Area
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Start your hike by crossing the swinging bridge at Bowl & Pitcher. Choose an upstream or downstream destination. Downstream will take hikers past rapids on the Spokane River, a CCC camp and a basalt bench with views. Upstream offers an intriguing peak at basalt formations. Both offer options to cross the river and create a loop trip.
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