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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

13 Hikes

Green Mountain - Gold Creek Trail

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
5.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,000 feet
Highest Point
1,639 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.67
(40 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Mountain views
  • Summits
Green Mountain is the Kitsap Peninsula's go-to after work destination. Whether you're mountain biking, trail running, or hiking, you can get a quick workout by hiking the Gold Creek Trail up to the summit of Green Mountain.
 
 

Big Tree Trail

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
1.5 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
200 feet
Highest Point
400 feet
Rating
Average rating:
4.12
(8 votes)
  • Dogs not allowed
  • Good for kids
  • Old growth
This sweet little trail on the Kitsap Peninsula makes a wonderful winter hike when the high country is snowed in.
 
 

Newberry Hill Heritage Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
13.0 miles of trails
Elevation Gain
250 feet
Highest Point
350 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.71
(7 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
  • Lakes
  • Old growth
  • Rivers
  • Wildlife
This little gem of a park is located in Kitsap County, at the west end of Newberry Hill Road right before the T to Seabeck Highway.
 
 

Hansville Greenway

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
2.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
100 feet
Highest Point
180 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.75
(4 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
  • Lakes
  • Wildlife
Providing a cool forest walk even on warm summer day, Hansville Greenway is an extensive network of trails encompassing the community of Hansville on the Kitsap peninsula.
 
 

Banner Forest

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
4.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
50 feet
Highest Point
430 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.50
(4 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Wildlife
Banner Forest Heritage Park is one square mile of undeveloped forest and wetland on the Kitsap Peninsula with an extensive trail network. An easy grade and well maintained trails invite all ages and abilities to enjoy this prime section of land.
 
 

North Kitsap Heritage Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
10.0 miles of trails
Rating
Average rating:
3.25
(4 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
North Kitsap Heritage Park is a small collection of trails supported locally through land trusts. Trails here range from steep to flat and go through sunny meadows and forests.
 
 

Clear Creek Trail

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
2.8 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
35 feet
Highest Point
58 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.50
(2 votes)
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Rivers
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Wildlife
Observe extensive creek restoration efforts while exploring one of the best urban trails in Kitsap County.
 
 

Anderson Landing Preserve

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
2.0 miles, roundtrip
Rating
Average rating:
3.00
(2 votes)
  • Coast
  • Good for kids
This 66-acre preserve sits on the shores of the Kitsap Peninsula overlooking the Hood Canal. There are about 2 miles of trails to wander.
 
 

Anderson Point

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
1.4 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
250 feet
Highest Point
250 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.50
(2 votes)
  • Coast
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Wildlife
Enjoy a short hike to one of the best beaches in Kitsap County.
 
 

Kitsap Memorial State Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
1.5 miles of trails
Highest Point
100 feet
Rating
Average rating:
3.00
(1 vote)
  • Coast
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Good for kids
Want to go on a forest stroll, do some tide pooling and have a picnic on the lawn, all in the same place? Look no further than Kitsap Memorial State Park.
 
 

South Kitsap Regional Park

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
 
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)
  • Good for kids
The vast network of hiking trails offer longer rambles for adults as well as a short interactive loop for kids.
 
 

Illahee State Park

Olympic Peninsula > Kitsap Peninsula
 
Length
0.5 miles of trails
Rating
Average rating:
5.00
(1 vote)
  • Coast
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Fall foliage
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Old growth
  • Wildlife
Find this tiny gem of a state park on the Kitsap Peninsula, tucked between Bainbridge Island and Bremerton. Vistors here will find prime beachside meandering and a relaxing atmosphere, enhanced by the dense forest typical of land in the Puget Sound area.
 
 

Nick's Lagoon

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
 
Rating
Average rating:
0.00
(0 votes)
  • Coast
Nick’s Lagoon is a small greenspace managed by Kitsap County Parks. The lagoon sits in the nook of Seabeck Bay.