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South Indian Island Trail
Jefferson County, Washington
1.1 mi
/ 105 ft gain
South Indian Island Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Nordland, Washington.
Deadfall Trail
Quilcene, Washington
4.66 mi
/ 1998 ft gain
Deadfall Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Sequim, Washington.
Tahoma One Drop Monasteries
Freeland, Washington
2.18 mi
/ 269 ft gain
Tahoma One Drop Monasteries is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Freeland, Washington.
Hike to Point Wilson
Port Townsend, Washington
5.0
2.5 mi
/ 0 ft gain
This trail offers amazing views of Mt. Baker, Vancouver Island, the San Juan Islands, and the Cascade Mountains. The Point Wilson trail is located in Fort Worden State Park on the Olympic Peninsula, along the Strait of Juan De Fuca. The trail is 2.5 miles round trip, and is accessible regardless of the tide. The picnic tables at the lighthouse make for a perfect lunch spot.
Useless Bay Tidelands
Freeland, Washington
3.97 mi
/ 108 ft gain
Useless Bay Tidelands is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Freeland, Washington.
Hike Falls View Canyon
27662-27664 Olympic Highway, Washington
1.5 mi
/ 300 ft gain
This hike is located immediately off of Highway 101 in the Falls View Campground. If the campground is closed you can park right outside of the gate (but don't block it) and hike in. Inside the gate you will see 3 paths in front of you, take a left and after about a quarter mile you will reach the trail head. There are actually two trail options here. I recommend hiking the option on the right ...
Mount Townsend
Quilcene, Washington
8.59 mi
/ 2949 ft gain
There are four trailheads that guide you to the top of Mount Townsend, but the most popular choice is to begin at the Upper Trailhead Trail #839 (snow permitting).
The trail gradually climbs while traversing through forested area. While walking through the fir and hemlock trees, you pass three gurgling stream gullies that are wonderful places to cool off or grab some water. Soon after, you br...
Hike to Mt. Walker North & South Viewpoints
Brinnon, Washington
3.0
4 mi
/ 2000 ft gain
Directions: From the Quilcene Ranger Station drive 4.6 miles south on US 101. Watch for the signs for Mount Walker View Point. Turn left onto Mount Walker Road. The trail head is about a quarter mile up the road with pull over parking on the left side of the road. In the winter and early spring, the road is closed and gated very close to US 101. Park near the gate and walk the road to the trail...
Hike Lower Big Quilcene River
Brinnon, Washington
13 mi
/ 1800 ft gain
While this hike does not provide any sort of fantastic views, its does provide an easy ~13 mile roundtrip hike from the trailhead to a parking lot for the Upper Big Quilcene Trail which leads to Marmot Pass. Along the way you will cross several bridges, some large and wide, other simple log bridges with one sided rails. There are several camping spots along the way, both right next to the river...
Places to stay
Sequim, Washington
Louella Cabin
Overview
Located in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest, Louella Cabin offers guests a unique lodging experience. It was bui...
From $60 / night
Brinnon, Washington
Interrorem Cabin
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Interrorem Cabin is located beneath magnificent stands of Big Leaf Maple trees, offering guests an ideal location for relaxation...
From $50 / night
Lilliwaup, Washington
Hamma Hamma Cabin
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The Hamma Hamma Cabin is a historic cabin that offers guests a tranquil setting to relax and recreate. Formerly a guard station,...
Mount Vernon, Washington
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