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    • Ronald, Washington

      Spade and Venus Lakes

      5.0
      26.47 mi / 2300 ft gain
      Nestled in a high rocky cirque near the upper reaches of Mt Daniel, Spade and Venus Lakes are two of the most remote lakes in the Alpine Lake Wilderness. But to experience this level of pure isolation, you'll need to earn it; the shortest hike in to the lakes is 14 miles, the majority of which i...
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    • Ashford, Washington

      Hike to Panorama Point

      4.6
      5.4 mi / 1700 ft gain
      This 5.4 mile loop hike begins at the Paradise Visitors Center in Mount Rainier National Park. You just follow the skyline trail that begins from the steps with the John Muir quote on them. The hike goes up 1700 feet to its highest point at 7100 feet. From this high up you have some amazing views...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Goldmyer Hot Springs

      4.1
      10.48 mi / 817 ft gain
      Goldmyer Hot Springs is a beautiful little gem nestled within the wilderness of the stunning Cascade Mountains. This hot springs complex is situated on the old remains of a mining town, and delivers steadily flowing water to a set of tiered pools along the mountainside. The “cave” pool at the top...
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    • Gold Bar, Washington

      Lake Serene and Bridal Veil Falls

      4.8
      7.74 mi / 2569 ft gain
      Consider this a must-do if you are in Seattle and feel like knocking out two amazing hikes AND getting to see a hidden lake all along US 2. The trail starts out on an old road with the typical amazing forest surrounding you. After roughly 2 miles the road will end and you can go right (signage i...
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    • Port Angeles, Washington

      Olympic Hot Springs

      3.7
      21.52 mi / 3556 ft gain
      A local favorite, this moderate day hike winds its way uphill from the Appleton Pass trailhead through old growth stands of fir, hemlock and cedar for 2.2 miles to a cluster of hot springs interspersed among the trees. Note: This route is now closed due to a washed out road. The current route is ...
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    • Snoqualmie, Washington

      Snoqualmie Falls

      4.2
      1.4 mi / 509 ft gain
      Snoqualmie Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Washington. The waterfall is almost 270 feet tall and ranges in width all the way up to 150 feet when the water is really running. On sunny, warm days, it can be a little overrun with tourists. Figure out where you want to get your photo ...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Rattlesnake Ledge

      3.9
      5.46 mi / 2096 ft gain
      RATTLESNAKE LEDGE TRAIL:The hike to Rattlesnake Ledge begins at the trailhead next to the parking lot at Rattlesnake Lake. From here, you can look up and see the Ledge and rock face that you'll be hiking up toward. The trail begins covered under the forest, which can protect from the elements (su...
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    • Issaquah, Washington

      Spend a Night at TreeHouse Point

      4.8
      This is one of the most magical and romantic places on the planet to get a good night's rest. You'll find that words will escape you when it comes to describing how this place makes you feel. With the Raging River as a backdrop, the powerful white noise will put you into one of the deepest sleeps...
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    • Whatcom County, Washington

      Winchester Mountain Fire Lookout

      4.8
      3.28 mi / 1335 ft gain
      Winchester Mountain is said to have the greatest reward for least amount of effort in all the North Cascades. One of the last fire-lookouts in the region stands on the summit. Views from the summit of Winchester Mountain are beautiful and dramatic to say the least. Being one of the easiest hikes...
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    • Leavenworth, Washington

      Colchuck Lake via Stuart Lake Trail

      4.4
      8.13 mi / 2156 ft gain
      To reach the trailhead, turn onto Icicle Creek Road from US2. Drive 8.4 miles and turn left onto Forest Service Road 7601. Follow the potholed dirt road 3.7 miles to the Stuart Lake trailhead. Parking for about 20-30 cars and a toilet are available in the lot. Northwest Forest Pass required. The...
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    • Granite Falls, Washington

      Big Four Ice Caves

      4.3
      2.38 mi / 289 ft gain
      Disclaimer: Hiking into the caves is extremely dangerous as there is potential for the ice to fall. We do not recommend hiking inside of them and if you choose to do so, you're doing it at your own risk. This is a short hike at just 2.3 miles roundtrip with little elevation change. The hike take...
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    • Cook, Washington

      Spirit Falls

      4.0
      1.5 mi / 516 ft gain
      NOTE: Access to this hike is currently closed. A Part of this hike goes through private land. At this time, the landowner is not granting access to hikers. There are no signs or trail head for the falls, but it's a popular spot for kayakers and photographers, so look for a faint boot path direct...
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    • Issaquah, Washington

      Poo Poo Point

      4.4
      6.57 mi / 1880 ft gain
      The Poo Poo Point trail is a great option for beautiful forest and great views only about 20 minutes outside of Seattle. The longer and less steep of the two routes to Poo Poo Point, this trail leaves from the Issaquah High School (the shorter and steeper Chirico Trail leaves from the paragliding...
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    • Marblemount, Washington

      Hidden Lake Lookout

      4.9
      7.39 mi / 3415 ft gain
      Be careful when heading up this 4.5 mile trail since there can be snow coverage into the summer. When you start the trail, you'll get a little tree coverage as you start climbing up. Unfortunately, the shade starts to dissipate after about a mile, where you'll cross over Sibley Creek and enter th...
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    • Gold Bar, Washington

      Wallace Falls

      4.6
      5.01 mi / 1404 ft gain
      The trailhead is located at the far end of the parking lot, next to the info kiosk and bathrooms. It starts out in a wide-open area that shortly leads to stunning views of Mt. Index and Baring Mountain. The trail turns to the left and you're greeted by a beautiful Wordsworth quote carved into a t...
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    • LaCrosse, Washington

      Explore Palouse Falls

      4.4
      Back in early 2014, a group of fifth-graders from nearby Washtucna, Washington were able to convince the governor to name Palouse Falls the official State Waterfall.These miniature John Muirs were on to something.Palouse Falls is every bit as accessible as it is spectacular. From the parking lot,...
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    Camping and Lodging in Washington

    Log Cabin Resort
    Port Angeles, Washington

    Log Cabin Resort

    From $148 / night

    Lynden / Bellingham KOA Journey
    Lynden, Washington

    Lynden / Bellingham KOA Journey

    Bumping Lake Campground
    Naches, Washington

    Bumping Lake Campground

    Tulalip Group Camp
    Granite Falls, Washington

    Tulalip Group Camp

    North Fork Campground (Wa)
    Randle, Washington

    North Fork Campground (Wa)

    Walupt Lake Campground
    Randle, Washington

    Walupt Lake Campground

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Washington

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    Take A Five Minute Break To Explore Olympic National Park

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    5 Things That Make Washington's Coast The Best In The West

    Crystal Guthrie

    The Best Women’s Gear for Seattle Peak Bagging

    The Best Women’s Gear for Seattle Peak Bagging

    Rachel Davidson

    Weekend Warrior: 72 Hours In Seattle, WA

    Weekend Warrior: 72 Hours In Seattle, WA

    Scott Kranz

    Do Climbing and Surfing Belong in the Olympics?

    Do Climbing and Surfing Belong in the Olympics?

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    10 Epic Winter Adventures In Washington

    10 Epic Winter Adventures In Washington

    Nick Lake