After hiking for over 3 years in the PNW, here's a list of all the hikes I absolutely love! They contain easy-medium-hard hikes. Please always follow leave no-trace principles, stay on marked trails and don't forget to enjoy. Happy to answer any ques...
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Probably my favorite sunrise AND sunset hikes in the Mt. Rainier Area. It is popular for all the right reasons. Don't skip this one at all.
Mt. Fremont Fire Lookout
The only easy hike in WA that takes you directly to a glacier!
Heliotrope Ridge Trailhead
Beautiful hike with unobstructed views of both Baker and Shuksan
Chain Lakes Loop
For those unobstructed views of Mt. Baker and also staying inside the lookout!
Park Butte Lookout
One of the most popular as well as most scenic hikes in Washington
Skyline Trail Loop
Lesser known hike but the most amazing payoff with Mt. Rainier backdrop and no crowds!!!
Grand Park via Lake Eleanor
The mirror like reflection makes it so worth it. This is very pretty when the sun's out
Lake 22
The water color is as blue as it looks in the pictures!
Colchuck Lake
For when you want to challenge yourself and train for higher things
Mailbox Peak
This is a tough one! The views though, totally rewarding making it worth the climb.
Vesper Peak
Most popular fall hike for all the right reasons. Don't miss this if you want to see those larches.
Heather - Maple Pass Loop
Another great fall hike to do in Washington. Beautiful larches.
Blue Lake Trailhead
Fall colors here are to die for. This is a less popular one but still rewarding.
Lake Ingalls
Easiest hike very close to the city! I would take everyone here if they are visiting for the first time.
Rattlesnake Ledge
For the most beautiful views of Mt. Rainier and an easy hike.
Panorama Point via Skyline Trail, Washington
Another beautiful one overlooking Mt Rainier. A must do if you run out of options.
Naches Peak Loop
Mt. Baker region surprises us every time we visit and this hike is a must do to see its glory
Ptarmigan Ridge Trail
For the most stunning views of North Cascades! This is a tough hike but so worth it!
Cascade Pass and Sahale Arm
Great hike for both summer and the fall in the less crowded Mt. Baker Wilderness region
