State Guide

Explore Washington Outdoors

Washington offers 2005 trails, 19 parks, and 1829 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 776 easy, 754 moderate, 474 difficult, and 1 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 138 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 44449 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Mount Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, and Olympic National Park. Among the trails hikers return to: North Cascades Scenic Byway, Olympic Discovery Trail, and White Pass Scenic Byway.

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Featured Trails in Washington

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Parks Worth Exploring

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Campgrounds in Washington

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