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.
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Results List
1341 HikesPuget Park - Seattle
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles of trails
Visit a wildlife-filled greenspace with a burgeoning trail system in West Seattle.
Rialto Beach and Hole-in-the-Wall
Olympic Peninsula > Pacific Coast
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Length
- 3.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 286 feet
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Highest Point
- 71 feet
Spend a day strolling the rugged Olympic Coast to dramatic sea stacks and natural wonders.
Deering Wildflower Acres
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
A little piece of wilderness tucked away in the middle of civilization, originally established in 1968 as a survey site for Western Washington University. Now open to the public and maintained by the City of Marysville.
Spencer Island
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 6.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 15 feet
Spencer Island is part of a larger area known as the Snohomish River Estuary and is a stop on the Washington State Great Birding Trail. The mix of saltwater from Possession Sound and fresh water from the Snohomish River create a unique ecosystem, making it one of the best birding spots in Puget Sound. On this walk, you don’t want to forget your binoculars!
Mirror Lake via the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
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Length
- 7.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 1,180 feet
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Highest Point
- 4,195 feet
This short dayhike on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a nice alternate route to quiet Mirror Lake, or just a lovely forest hike on a quiet section of a rocky and rooty trail. You could consider it as a first-time backpacking destination, too, since the trail is never particularly steep here.
Marymere Falls
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
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Length
- 1.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 500 feet
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Highest Point
- 1,100 feet
Walk among old-growth giants as you travel to one of Olympic National Park's best-loved waterfalls.
Greenbrier Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 1.9 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 105 feet
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Highest Point
- 236 feet
Come visit this WTA-built trail, a nearly 2-mile hike through palustrine forest and wetlands, mostly flat with some rolling hills. Great for walkers, kids, and dogs.
Rotary Community Park (Woodinville)
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
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Highest Point
- 39 feet
Families will enjoy this small community park in the city of Woodinville. Take a walk in the woods along a half-mile boardwalk loop trail or blow off some steam on the playground pr climbing boulder.
Schafer State Park
Olympic Peninsula > Olympia
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Length
- 2.0 miles of trails
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 300 feet
Visit a sweet little state park on the Satsop River, where you can picnic, fish, float and do a little hiking.
Boulder Cave
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 300 feet
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Highest Point
- 2,700 feet
Boulder Cave formed millions of years from volcanic activity. Today the cave is home to a dwindling population of Pacific western big-eared bats.
Deception Pass State Park - North Beach
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
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Length
- 1.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
A wooded hike from the West Beach area of Deception Pass State Park to the North Beach Parking area. Enjoy the numerous side trails to the wonderful beach and rock outcroppings along the way.
Deception Pass State Park - Goose Rock
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
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Length
- 4.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 484 feet
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Highest Point
- 484 feet
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.
Lake People Park (Xacua'bs)
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 0.1 miles of trails
A small neighborhood park on a hillside in the Columbia City region of Seattle.
Admiralty Inlet Natural Area Preserve
Puget Sound and Islands > Whidbey Island
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Length
- 2.3 miles of trails
This nature preserve represents the best of Washington all in one 86-acre parcel on the edge of Whidbey Island.
Green River Natural Area - Potter's Trail
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
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Length
- 4.32 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 500 feet
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Highest Point
- 500 feet
The 1,000-acre Green River Natural Area is a wonderful gateway to the middle stretch of the Green River. Composed of steep valley walls and a broad valley floor, the natural area provides trails for hiking and horseback riding as well as access to the most dynamic reach of the Green River in King County.
Castle Rock Riverfront Trail
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 4.3 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 317 feet
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Highest Point
- 100 feet
This ADA-accessible trail built on a dike on the edge of this small town is a lovely jaunt, clocking in at just over three miles roundtrip, along a section of the Cowlitz River. A mountain bike course, playground, and several picnic areas dot the trailside, and with various access points to the town of Castle Rock, it’s easy to duck off for a quick bite in town.
Lake Sacajawea
Southwest Washington > Long Beach Area
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Length
- 3.5 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 191 feet
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Highest Point
- 43 feet
Known as the jewel of Longview, this man-made lake in Southwest Washington is a delightful way to spend a couple of hours. Maple trees blaze red, orange and yellow in autumn, willows provide shade in spring, and the stark skeletons of those trees stand out against grey skies in winter. With various bridges crossing it, it's possible to venture all the way around it, or create smaller loops as needed
Moulton Falls
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 4.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 90 feet
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Highest Point
- 570 feet
Moulton Falls Trail is an out-and-back hike along the Lewis River. The trail crosses a picturesque footbridge and then follows the Lewis River with the river to the right and a mossy cliff to the left. The wide hard-surfaced trail is mostly flat, making this a perfect year round hike for people of all ages.
Captain William Clark Regional Park at Cottonwood Beach - Dike Trail
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 20 feet
Enjoy a hike or glimpse some native species of bird along the Washougal Dike.
La Center Bottoms
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 0 feet
La Center Bottoms is a county-owned stewardship site and a stop along The Audubon Society’s The Great Washington State Birding Trail Southwest Loop. It is a pleasant short stroll, perfect to stretch your legs or share nature observation tips with the family.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 100 feet
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Highest Point
- 100 feet
More than 5000 acres of marshes, grasslands and wooded areas are home to more than one hundred species of birds, waterfowl and fish. Two trails and a loop road provide public access to this serene area just a few miles west of I-5. Spring and fall are the best seasons to see migrating songbirds and shorebirds, but summer offers the additional attraction of the barrier-free Kiwa Loop Trail.
Chelatchie Prairie Rail Trail
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 90 feet
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Highest Point
- 500 feet
The Chelatchie Prairie Rail Trail is the initial one-mile section of the planned 33-mile multiuse paved, ADA-accessible trail in Clark County which allows dogs on leashes.
Lewisville Regional Park
Southwest Washington > Lewis River Region
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Length
- 2.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 150 feet
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Highest Point
- 230 feet
As Clark County's oldest park, Lewisville Regional Park is a delightful place for families to visit and get a shot of history, since the park was developed by The Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression.
Burnt Bridge Creek - Middle Section
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 7.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 120 feet
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Highest Point
- 190 feet
The middle section of the Burnt Bridge Creek trail extends from Devine Road to Leverich Park. In this section of the trail, the character becomes more urban and passes close to houses and soccer fields. Nonetheless, the trail passes through some open grassy areas where you may spot a raptor looking for lunch.
Burnt Bridge Creek - Western Section
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 60 feet
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Highest Point
- 190 feet
The western section of the Burnt Bridge Creek Trail follows the creek from Leverich Park to Fruit Valley Road. Stewart Glen is the highlight of this section of the trail.
Burnt Bridge Creek - Stewart Glen Section
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 548 feet
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Highest Point
- 111 feet
Peaceful is the best way to describe the Stewart Glen portion of the Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway. This hike begins at backwaters on the west end of Stewart Glen and follows the Burnt Bridge Creek upstream though thick woods, grassy bottom lands, and a meadow. You will be immediately immersed in the serenity of nature, making this the perfect break from city life.
Burnt Bridge Creek - Eastern Section
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 3.6 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 20 feet
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Highest Point
- 190 feet
The eastern section of the Burnt Bridge Creek Trail follows the creek from Meadowbrook Marsh to Devine Road. This section of the trail features meadows and wetlands which host a variety of wildlife, including beavers, deer, and assorted birds. The creek flows through willows, cottonwoods, and red osier dogwood. The understory includes wild roses, spirea, and thimbleberry.
Burnt Bridge Creek Greenway Trail
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 8.2 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 190 feet
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Highest Point
- 310 feet
This pleasant Vancouver trail follows Burnt Bridge Creek through a variety of landscapes, including open grasslands, wetlands, and forests. Nature lovers use the trail to watch waterfowl, listen to song birds, and perhaps spot a coyote or deer. The eight-mile greenbelt has multiple access points, allowing this hard-surfaced trail to be conveniently divided into sections.
Vancouver Lake - North Trail
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 2.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 132 feet
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Highest Point
- 54 feet
A gentle meandering barrier-free path leads through a mature cottonwood forest just west of Vancouver Lake. Although you can't see the lake through all the trees, there are other sights and sounds to enjoy along this route. Most notably the vibrant greens of the understory in spring, beautiful fall yellows and quite a few species of birds nearly all year.
Columbia River Renaissance Trail
Southwest Washington > Vancouver Area
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Length
- 5.0 miles, one-way
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Elevation Gain
- 10 feet
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Highest Point
- 50 feet
Explore the links between the Columbia River and Vancouver’s historic past and vibrant future on this paved accessible trail.