Hikes Outside Seattle to do this Summer
I've lived in Seattle for 10 years so I've collected a lot of great hiking options along the way!
Easy-ish
Great recs for short treks.
A lowkey waterfall hike! It's 5 mi RT. Learn more here.
This can be made into a much longer hike. At around the 2mi mark you'll see a natural waterslide. Lots of people swim here in summer!
Great weekday hike! Don't recommend for the weekend as it's a very popular one.
A short drive outside Seattle! This can get pretty crowded on the weekend so go during the week if possible for a quiet trail experience.
Absolutely stunning waterfall hike! Not too hard either. Learn more here.
A great option if you're hiking with little kids! It's only 2 mi. Learn more here.
Very popular and an easy drive from Seattle! Go on a weekday!
If you're new to hiking, start with this one! It's challenging enough to feel like you've done something but not at all intense.
Within an hour of Seattle and a short hike. Great to do with kids or hiking neubs!
Lowkey hike to a gorgeous lake!
Total hidden gem waterfall hike
Not easy
Sweat, sore feet, and great views…guaranteed.
This is medium-level difficulty fyi. Big pay off at the end!!
Not at all easy but well worth it!! About 9.5 mi RT. Learn more here.
Short but steep! You'll have a big climb to get to the top of the fire lookout at the end. Great views await!
Great Rainier views!!! I love this hike and you can take a frosty refreshing dip at the end.
About 5.5 mi RT. Incredible 360 degree views at the top!
This is a tough but fun hike. There's a small waterfall called Bridal Veil Falls early into the hike.
This is a fun and challenging hike! Getting oysters at Taylor Shellfish Farm after is a must…a perfect reward for your trek!
One of the most beautiful hikes I've ever done in WA.