The best hikes in North Cascades National Park offer stunning views of glaciers, alpine meadows, and rugged peaks. Keep reading for more hikes such as the Cascade Pass, Maple Pass Loop, and the Sahale Arm.
Mount Rainier National Park is one of Washington’s gems! It’s ~2 hours from Seattle and makes for a good day trip or a longer weekend trip.
Trail Distance: 10 miles
Elevation Gain: 2300 ft.
Terrain Rating: Fairly straightforward - roots, dirt, and some loose rock
Hike Time: 6 hours
Dog Friendly: No
Recommended Seasons: Summer, Fall
The Quinault Rain Forest Loop is a 31 mile drive in the Quinault area of Olympic National Forest. There are many stops along the way for sightseeing, short hikes, and even lunch!
Trail Distance: 12.9 miles
Elevation Gain: 3,300 ft
Terrain Rating: Moderate
Hike In: 10:23AM
Hike Out: 5:15PM
Trail Distance: 8.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft
Terrain Rating: Easy to Moderate
Hike In: 9:50AM
Hike Out: 2:30PM
Trail Distance: 3.8 miles
Elevation Gain: ~1100 ft
Terrain Rating: Easy
Hike In: 10AM
Hike Out: 11:23AM
Trail Distance: 16 miles
Elevation Gain: 3,293 ft
Terrain Rating: Moderate
Hike In: 7AM
Hike Out: 4PM