Best Hikes Near Seattle

"This guide should be a no-brainer for all Seattle-area hikers." --Washington Trails Association, wta.org

Essential gear for every adventure:
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Who says you have to travel far from home
to go on a great hike?  This guide describes forty-two of the best hikes within an hour’s drive of Seattle: • Urban walks
• Skykomish River Valley
• South Fork Stillaguamish River Valley
• Issaquah Alps—Snoqualmie Valley Foothills
• Snoqualmie Valley Highlands
• White River Valley From easy nature walks to strenuous day hikes, this guide offers something for every hiker—and all within easy reach of Greater Seattle.  Each featured hike includes a route description; at-a-glance data such as distance and difficulty level; thorough directions to the trailhead; directional cues; and a detailed, accurate trail map.
Inside you’ll find full-color photos and maps; information on approximate hiking times, canine compatibility, and fees and permits required; and sidebars on local lore, points of interest, and area wildlife.