20 Must-Do Hikes in Washington
- Mount Rainier National Park: Wonderland Trail: A classic, circling the iconic Mount Rainier through alpine meadows and lush forests.
- Olympic National Park: Hurricane Hill Trail: Panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Vancouver Island.
- North Cascades National Park: Cascade Pass Trail: Journey through dramatic mountain scenery and wildflower-filled meadows.
- Mount Si Trail: Close to Seattle, offering a challenging climb and stunning vistas of the Cascade Range.
- Lake Serene Trail: Rewarding hike through old-growth forest leading to a beautiful alpine lake.
- Rattlesnake Ledge Trail: Popular trail with breathtaking views of Rattlesnake Lake and the surrounding mountains.
- Mailbox Peak Trail: Steep ascent to a historic mailbox with stunning views of the Snoqualmie Valley.
- Wallace Falls Trail: A family-friendly hike with a series of beautiful waterfalls along the route.
- Heather Lake Trail: A moderate hike with a serene alpine lake as the payoff.
- Mount Pilchuck Trail: Iconic hike with panoramic views of the Puget Sound region.
- Goat Lake Trail: Scenic hike through lush forest to a pristine alpine lake.
- Mount Ellinor Trail: Challenging hike with the chance to spot mountain goats and stunning views of the Olympic Peninsula.
- Staircase Rapids Loop Trail: Easy hike along the Skokomish River with picturesque rapids.
- Enchantments: Core Enchantment Loop: A backpacking adventure through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the state.
- Franklin Falls Trail: Easy hike leading to a stunning waterfall in the Snoqualmie Pass area.
- Lake Twentytwo Trail: Gorgeous hike through moss-covered trees to a picturesque mountain lake.
- Snoqualmie Mountain Trail: Remote and challenging hike offering solitude and stunning views.
- Skyline Trail Loop at Paradise, Mount Rainier: Spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding meadows.
- Sol Duc Falls Trail: Easy hike to beautiful waterfalls in Olympic National Park.
- Snow Lake Trail: Popular hike with stunning alpine scenery and a pristine mountain lake.
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