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1522 Hikes

Manastash Lake

Central Washington > Yakima

Length: 8.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet
Highest Point: 5,063 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.89

(9 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Established campsites
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Lakes
Wildflowers/Meadows
Wildlife

Hike through a diverse forest to two alpine lakes that rest atop Manastash Ridge, one of Central Washington’s most notable geologic formations. The trail to Lost and Manastash Lakes is an underappreciated gem that will delight larch lovers, berry munchers, flower photographers, and campers alike.

Old Man's Trail

Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain

Length: 0.25 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain: 23 feet
Highest Point: 1,217 feet
Rating: Average rating:
2.25

(4 votes)

Good for kids

A short access trail to the cave holes on Cougar Mountain.

Poo Top

Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain

Length: 0.8 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain: 604 feet
Highest Point: 2,863 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.00

(1 vote)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids

Hike along a ridgeline to the summit of Tiger 1. Access from Tiger Mountain Trail, West Tiger 1, and Main Tiger Trail.

Artist Point Snowshoe

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area

Length: 4.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,000 feet
Highest Point: 5,100 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.52

(29 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Mountain views
Ridges/passes

Artist Point is the top competitor for best viewpoint in the state. The beautifully shaped Mount Shuksan is the star of the area, with a gorgeous summit pyramid and several impressive glaciers. This relatively easy snowshoe is an excellent winter destination with a virtual guarantee of good snow coverage.

Lily Lake Loop

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Length: 5.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,360 feet
Highest Point: 2,025 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.00

(7 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Established campsites
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Lakes
Mountain views
Old growth

This strenuous uphill climb leads to big-payout views of the San Juans from Oyster Dome before visiting tranquil Lily Lake.

Odessa Craters

Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene

Length: 1.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 135 feet
Highest Point: 1,783 feet
Rating: Average rating:
2.80

(5 votes)

Good for kids
Wildflowers/Meadows
Wildlife

This short loop encompasses a host of different craters, all formed during 15,000 year old floods. Native vegetation, interesting scenery and plenty of benches make this trail a great opportunity to embrace Washington's natural history with the whole family.

Champion Beach

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

Length: 0.4 miles, (type not yet set)
Elevation Gain: 50 feet
Highest Point: 850 feet
Rating: Average rating:
5.00

(2 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Rivers

It's a very short walk from the trailhead to Champion Beach. Along the way, you'll cross a couple of bridges and pass through typical lush Middle Fork forest. The big attraction is the beach, though. It's a big part of the river with beautiful green water and huge rocks. There's lots of room to spread out and tons of trails that lead away from the main beach.

Dungeness River Dike Trail

Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast

Length: 4.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 10 feet
Highest Point: 10 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.33

(3 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Mountain views
Rivers
Wildflowers/Meadows
Wildlife

An easy, pleasant four-season ramble along the Dungeness River, good for bird watching.

South Tiger Traverse

Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain

Length: 4.2 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,000 feet
Highest Point: 1,830 feet
Rating: Average rating:
3.71

(7 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Mountain views
Wildflowers/Meadows

The South Tiger Traverse Trail breaks off of the Tiger Mountain Trail (TMT) at Hobert Gap and traverses on the west side of South Tiger Mountain while the TMT traverses around the east side of South Tiger Mountain. The South Tiger Traverse Trail rejoins the TMT at the north end.

Camp Sekani Park

Eastern Washington > Spokane Area/Coeur d'Alene

Length: 27.0 miles of trails
Elevation Gain: 450 feet
Highest Point: 2,380 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(1 vote)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Rivers
Wildflowers/Meadows

An extensive network of trails is accessible from Camp Sekani Park in the Spokane Valley.

Z Lake

Central Washington > Grand Coulee

Length: 2.4 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 93 feet
Highest Point: 2,235 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Lakes
Wildflowers/Meadows
Wildlife

Z Lake is a short hike to a small narrow lake surrounded by shrub-steppe habitat teeming with wildlife and wildflowers.

Whatcom Creek Trail - West

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Length: 1.4 miles, one-way
Elevation Gain: 70 feet
Highest Point: 75 feet
Rating: Average rating:
5.00

(1 vote)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Waterfalls
Wildlife

Start from Maritime Heritage Park in Bellingham and walk along Whatcom Creek to I-5, where you can continue to the eastern half of the Whatcom Creek Trail.

Jeanne Hansen Community Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

Length: 0.4 miles of trails
Highest Point: 1,100 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids

This 16-acre park sits at the top of a hill in the Snoqualmie Ridge neighborhood in Snoqualmie.

Dog Woods

Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands

Length: 3.0 miles, roundtrip
Highest Point: 190 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Wildlife

This 120-acre forest is on private property on Guemes Island managed as forest land, and has 3 miles of trails open to the public to explore.

Clarke Beach Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

Length: 0.3 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 90 feet
Highest Point: 110 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Coast
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Wildlife

This small 9-acre beach park on Mercer Island has a swimming area and a small loop trail through the forest.

ƛ̕ax̌ʷadis (Tl' awh-ah-dees) Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

Length: 0.4 miles of trails
Elevation Gain: 0 feet
Highest Point: 50 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Wildlife

This small waterfront park in Kenmore has multiple boardwalks and viewing platforms.

Dosewallips State Park - Maple Valley Loop

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal

Length: 2.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 584 feet
Highest Point: 552 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(1 vote)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Old growth
Wildlife

This 2.5 mile loop is in Dosewallips State Park right out of the campground. You'll enjoy a moderate climb, which meanders up, down, and all around the park. Amble past waterfalls, through a valley lined with bigleaf maples and western redcedar before switchbacking up to a ridgeline, then return to the campground via a gentle downhill grade.

Deception Pass State Park - Goose Rock

Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island

Length: 4.3 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 484 feet
Highest Point: 484 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.03

(34 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Mountain views
Old growth
Wildflowers/Meadows

Deception Pass State Park is one of the most popular Washington state parks and it is easy to see why. There are beautiful beaches, mature woodlands, great views, lakes, and a beautifully built bridge high on rocks above two narrow waterways. This nice trail will take you through all of this.

Cape Disappointment State Park - North Head Lighthouse and Bell's Overlook

Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area

Length: 0.75 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 25 feet
Highest Point: 200 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(7 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids

Take a couple of ADA-accessible trails to some of the most scenic parts of Cape Disappointment State Park.

Behrens Woods

Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area

Length: 0.2 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 7 feet
Highest Point: 187 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Wildlife

This wheelchair-friendly trail winds through a peaceful forested area in Vancouver’s Bella Vista neighborhood. Built by volunteers, Behrens Woods provides a brief escape from the city.

Saltwater State Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

Length: 2.0 miles of trails
Rating: Average rating:
3.20

(5 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Established campsites
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Rivers
Wildlife

This popular state park is nestled on a stretch of shoreline between the urban centers of Seattle and Tacoma, so unsurprisingly, it's a frequently-visited location. Share the beach, share the views, and enjoy the atmosphere here.

South Lewis County Regional Park

South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley

Length: 0.8 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 45 feet
Highest Point: 120 feet
Rating: Average rating:
4.00

(1 vote)

Dogs allowed on leash
Good for kids
Lakes

Take a walk around a 17-acre pond at this park, where you'll likely find folks boating and fishing in the warmer months.

Somerset Greenbelts

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

Length: 1.0 miles of trails
Elevation Gain: 690 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Fall foliage
Good for kids
Wildlife

This 6-acre greenspace in residential Bellevue connects to other greenspaces nearby, including Forest Hill Neighborhood Park and Cougar Mountain.

Birch Bay State Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Length: 1.5 miles of trails
Rating: Average rating:
5.00

(2 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Established campsites
Good for kids
Mountain views
Old growth
Wildlife

Terrell Creek Marsh is one of the few remaining saltwater/freshwater estuaries in northern Puget Sound. The half mile loop through a mixed forest of maple, alder, paper birch, cedars, and hemlock has 10 informative signs along the way. There are 1.5 miles of saltwater shoreline to explore.

McMicken Island Marine State Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula

Length: 4.2 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 230 feet
Highest Point: 190 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Coast
Good for kids
Wildlife

Accessible by boat or by foot only via a sandy tombolo at low tide, McMicken Island Marine State Park has over a quarter-mile of shoreline to explore — and the hike over (if you choose to take it) is incredibly scenic in its own right.

Odlin County Park

Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands

Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Coast
Good for kids
Wildlife

This waterfront park is only a few minutes of a drive away from the Lopez Island Ferry Terminal.

Foster Creek Wildlife Area

Central Washington > Grand Coulee

Length: 20.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 162 feet
Highest Point: 2,134 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Dogs not allowed
Good for kids
Wildlife

West Foster Creek offers a restored shrub-steppe environment for idle meandering, bird watching, or simply enjoying the out-of-doors.

Hoag's Pond

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Length: 0.4 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 70 feet
Highest Point: 240 feet
Rating: Average rating:
0.00

(0 votes)

Good for kids
Lakes
Wildlife

This tiny forested pond near the Interurban Trail and Hundred Acre Wood in Bellingham features plenty of waterfowl and other wildlife.

Mount Grant Preserve

Puget Sound and Islands > San Juan Islands

Length: 4.6 miles of trails
Elevation Gain: 900 feet
Highest Point: 900 feet
Rating: Average rating:
5.00

(3 votes)

Coast
Dogs allowed on leash
Fall foliage
Good for kids
Mountain views
Ridges/passes
Summits
Wildflowers/Meadows

Mount Grant Preserve is a trail system in development on San Juan Island. Currently, the trails to the top offer the most elevation gain available on San Juan Island, so you'll love this one if you're looking to get high up.

Stevens Pass Nordic Center

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East

Length: 4.0 miles of trails
Rating: Average rating:
2.00

(4 votes)

Good for kids
Rivers
Wildlife

Five miles east of the Stevens Pass Ski Area, the Stevens Pass Nordic Center trails offer a quiet place to snowshoe among quiet giants of the forest. Share the area with cross-country and skate skiers, who schuss past on groomed trails, while dedicated snowshoe routes criss-cross the area and offer a wide variety of outing.