Trail Smarts
Supporting trails is about more than trail maintenance and public lands advocacy. It’s also about building a welcoming community of trail smart hikers. Learn how to stay safe, improve your on-trail experience and lessen your impact on the places you love.
New to Hiking
We can help guide you through everything you need to know as you hit the trail in Washington.
Summer, Sun and Sweat: A Guide to Keeping it Cool
A collection of expert tips for how to keep your hiking cool in the heat of a summer day.
Hiking How To
These instructional articles will help you plan a day on trail.
22 short summer hikes with giant views
Find big summer views without the long miles.
Practice Leave No Trace
7 simple guidelines to leave trails better than you found them.
Passes and permits for hiking
Passes and permits are a reality of hiking in Washington. Learn which ones you need and where.
Wildfire season and campfire safety
Learn how to prevent wildfires, manage your campfire and check the AQI and wildfire status of trails before you hike.
How to hike like a local in Washington
Welcome to Washington! This is our guide for new-to-Washington hikers.
How to Use WTA's Hiking Guide
WTA’s online Hiking Guide is full of information about thousands of trails across the state. Learn how to use it here.
This might sting a little: A guide to Washington's stinging critters
Learn what you need to know about stinging critters and how to treat stings before hitting trail.
Essential repellent
What you need to know to survive the battle of the bug.
Hiking with dogs