In a recent poll by UPROXX asking readers to vote for the state with the best hiking spots in the country, Washington came in second place.1 Hundreds of acres of forested areas, miles of Northeast coastline, and vast stretches of prairie – the diverse and beautiful landscape of Washington makes it a great place for outdoor adventurers.
With Memorial Day weekend coming up, it’s a great time to schedule your next hike in Washington. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, consider exploring the natural beauty of Washington state. There is no more immersive way to experience those natural habitats than by walking down a hiking trail.
The state’s numerous mountain ranges and hilly areas are home to some of the best hiking spots in the nation. Looking for the most satisfying hiking trails in Washington? Here are just some of the notable mountain ranges that cross through the state:
- Cascade Range
- Olympic Mountains
- Chelan Mountains
- Wenatchee Mountains
- Tatoosh Range
- Chiwaukum Mountains
Fun & Satisfying Hiking Trails in Washington
Anderson and Watson Lakes
Location: North Cascades
Distance: 6 miles, roundtrip
Difficulty: Low
Harry’s Ridge
Location: Mount St. Helens Area
Distance 8.2 miles, roundtrip
Difficulty: Low
Spider Meadow and Phelps Basin
Location: Central Cascades
Distance: 13 miles, roundtrip
Difficulty: Medium
Cape Alava Loop (Ozette Triangle)
Location: Olympic Mountains
Distance: 9.4 miles, roundtrip
Difficulty: Medium
Sourdough Mountain Trail
Location: Sourdough Mountains
Distance: 10.4 miles, roundtrip
Difficulty: High
The Enchantments
Location: Central Cascades
Distance: 18 miles, one-way
Difficulty: High
Established Moving & Storage is a full-service moving company in Seattle. Our local and long-distance movers offer relocation services throughout the Seattle Metropolitan Area and beyond. You can expect only the best in moving, packing, and storage from our Seattle movers, Everett movers, Renton movers, Bellevue movers, Marysville movers, and Tukwila movers. Call 888-648-1886 for a free quote!
Related Readings
Differences Between Summer and Winter Moves
Sources
- Zach Johnston, UPROXX – The Best Hikes In The United States, According To The Masses
