Lakewood, Washington
Looking for the best running in Lakewood? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Lakewood. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Running Spots in and near Lakewood
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Kirkland, Washington
Forbes Creek Stairs
3.00.19 mi / 92 ft gainAll benefits of a stair master paired with fresh air is the perfect recipe for a northwest workout. 210 wooden railroad ties make up a staircase that will test your endurance, build strength and get you sweating in no time. The stairs are open year round, 24 hours a day and offer parking for abo...Read more -
Hoodsport, Washington
Upper Big Creek Loop Trail
4.76 mi / 1142 ft gainUpper Big Creek Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Lilliwaup, Washington.Read more -
Snoqualmie, Washington
Rattlesnake Mountain Traverse Run
21.1 miTo Snoqualmie Point Park, from Seattle take I-90 east to Exit 27. At the end of the off-ramp, go right and follow the road to the end. Go through the gate on the right to enter the trail head To Rattlesnake Lake: From take I-90 to Exit 32. Go south on 436th Ave. SE, turning into Cedar Falls Rd...Read more -
Ashford, Washington
Hike the Rampart Ridge Trail to Wonderland Trail Loop
6 mi / 1870 ft gainThis is a wonderful loop to do that avoids some of the crowds on the flatter trails and gives you an amazing view of the mountain. Park in the Longmire parking lot where the National Park Inn and Longmire Museum are. Walk across Paradise Rd E to join up with the Trail of the Shadows. Head north o...Read more -
Brinnon, Washington
Hike to Mt. Walker North & South Viewpoints
3.04 mi / 2000 ft gainDirections: 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, ...Read more -
Packwood, Washington
Lakes Trail Loop
5.34 mi / 1381 ft gainThe Lakes Trail Loop can be accessed two ways. You can either start in Paradise and find one of the multiple points along the Skyline Trail or you can begin at Reflection Lake. My recommendation for a nice day hike is to begin at Reflection Lake. If you arrive by 8am you should have an easy time...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
McClellan Butte
5.010.61 mi / 3629 ft gainStarting at the McClellan's Butte Trailhead, right off of I-90 exit 47, head out on the main (only) trail at the trailhad. The first half mile of the trail is quite easy as it meanders through the forest, but don't be fooled or worried, it will get harder. This first half mile has a crossing of a...Read more -
Ashford, Washington
Summerland Trail
5.08.62 mi / 2359 ft gainThe Summerland trail is by far the easiest trail that I ever experienced. The trail is well maintained and for the first 3 miles you are surrounded by trees and the sound of waterfalls and rivers, and it's green everywhere. The last 1.3 miles, you encounter switchbacks and you can get some view...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Bandera Mountain
4.47.8 mi / 3176 ft gainThis hike has unreal views of Mount Rainier. On a great clear spring day, the mountain is out. It's right in your face. It's incredible. If you tackle this hike in the spring the bear grass and wildflowers are alive and blooming towards the top and it makes for some fantastic picture-taking. Once...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Camp and Trail Run from Rainbow Lake
I backpacked to and setup basecamp at Rainbow Lake and then I ran over to Island Lake. After enjoying the peace and quite I ran up to the top of Bandera Mountain and enjoyed the views. Then, I ran back to basecamp and spent the night. The following morning I ran up to the top of Mount Defiance a...Read more -
Woodinville, Washington
Woodland Plateau and Lloyd Trail Loop
5.02.63 mi / 276 ft gainWoodland Plateau and Lloyd Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Woodinville, Washington.Read more -
Enumclaw, Washington
Hike to Greenwater Lakes
4.5 mi / 900 ft gainFollowing along the Greenwater River, family friendly Greenwater lakes Trail #1176 which has minimal elevation gain, winds through a lush green mossy old growth forest. Along the trail you will cross over several log bridges and pass a couple of beautiful waterfalls. At just under two miles int...Read more -
Enumclaw, Washington
Backpack Noble Knob via Greenwater Trail
16.9 mi / 3920 ft gainFrom Greenwater heading south: Pass the fire station to FR 70 on the left. Follow FR 70 for about nine miles to FR 7033. Take a right and follow the road to the trailhead. Northwest Forest Pass required. The trail is in good shape and mostly flat to Greenwater Lakes which is great for families a...Read more -
Packwood, Washington
Hike Tatoosh Ridge from Tatoosh Trail #161
12 mi / 4100 ft gainAt the trailhead kiosk be sure to get one of the provided (and required) self-serve Wilderness Permit. Starting at the trailhead begin your initial accent following the marked trail on the side of the road. In the first two 2.5 miles you will climb 2,745 feet, it's hard but luckily a majority of ...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Talapus Lake Trail
3.43 mi / 781 ft gainThe trail up to Talapus Lake is well graded and relatively short, at only about 2.5 miles in length RT. The trail starts off on a wide old road cut and then veers off into the old growth woods in a slowly winding uphill tack. A few mellow switch backs deliver you to the top, where a short stretch...Read more