7 waterfalls to hike to this summer
From Merriman to Marymere Falls, there's no shortage of waterfall hikes on the Olympic Peninsula. Here are a handful of good ones to check out...
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What to do if you get lost on a hike
Nobody plans to get lost on the trail. But with these tips — for your hike and before it — you can help avoid or...
Bad news: Some popular WA trails are closed this summer. Good news: We have a backup plan for you
Your favorite Washington hike might be closed this summer. Check out this list of popular, closed trailheads, with alternate routes recommended nearby.
This greenbelt, Seattle’s largest contiguous forest, is home to a developing trail network
The West Duwamish Greenbelt is a lush retreat that sprawls 550 acres across the east side of West Seattle. Volunteers are building out a trail...
Your guide to hiking and sleeping under the stars in WA
Peak hiking and camping season is near. From state parks to the backcountry, and Mount Rainier trails to the North Cascades, pack these tips with...
Chart out your summer trek: 6 long-distance hikes across WA
The Evergreen State is a backpacker's paradise. Use this list as a guide to chart your summer trek, with routes as short as 11 miles...
Waterfalls and wildflowers: 8 hikes for spring and summer
Our state has hikes for every season. As spring fades to summer and the winter snow melts, seek out rushing waterfalls. Later in summer, hike...
Tahoma top 10: Mount Rainier expert picks his 10 favorite summer hikes
Mount Rainier is the crown gem of the Cascades, and come summertime, it's a hiker's paradise. Here are 10 of the very best hikes around...
Where to find a perfect spring hike with beach, boats, bluffs VIEW
Everybody loves Deception Pass. But Camano Island (and other islands nearby) offer hidden charms and low-elevation hikes perfect for springtime in Washington.
Outdoor experts suggest 11 shoulder season hikes around Washington
Wildflowers, stunning vistas, thinner crowds and some rainy days: We asked Washington outdoors experts for their approach to hiking in shoulder season.
