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Hikes Outside Seattle to do this Summer
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By
Zoe Kahn
I've lived in Seattle for 10 years so I've collected a lot of great hiking options along the way!
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Great recs for short treks.
A lowkey waterfall hike! It's 5 mi RT. Learn more
here
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Cherry Creek Falls - Washington Trails Association
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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!
Denny Creek - Washington Trails Association
Great weekday hike! Don't recommend for the weekend as it's a very popular one.
Poo Poo Point - Washington Trails Association
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.
Dirty Harry's Balcony - Washington Trails Association
Absolutely stunning waterfall hike! Not too hard either. Learn more
here
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Wallace Falls State Park
A great option if you're hiking with little kids! It's only 2 mi. Learn more
here
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Franklin Falls
Very popular and an easy drive from Seattle! Go on a weekday!
Mount Si - Washington Trails Association
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.
Rattlesnake Ridge
Within an hour of Seattle and a short hike. Great to do with kids or hiking neubs!
Twin Falls
Lowkey hike to a gorgeous lake!
Fragrance Lake - Washington Trails Association
Total hidden gem waterfall hike
Boulder Creek — Washington Trails Association
Not easy
Sweat, sore feet, and great views…guaranteed.
This is medium-level difficulty fyi. Big pay off at the end!!
Lake 22 - Washington Trails Association
Not at all easy but well worth it!! About 9.5 mi RT. Learn more
here
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Mailbox Peak
Short but steep! You'll have a big climb to get to the top of the fire lookout at the end. Great views await!
Heybrook Lookout - Washington Trails Association
Great Rainier views!!! I love this hike and you can take a frosty refreshing dip at the end.
Summit Lake - Washington Trails Association
About 5.5 mi RT. Incredible 360 degree views at the top!
Mount Pilchuck
This is a tough but fun hike. There's a small waterfall called Bridal Veil Falls early into the hike.
Lake Serene & Bridal Veil Falls Trailhead
This is a fun and challenging hike! Getting oysters at Taylor Shellfish Farm after is a must…a perfect reward for your trek!
Oyster Dome
One of the most beautiful hikes I've ever done in WA.
Heather - Maple Pass Loop - Washington Trails Association
