8 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
6 people
English
Get ready for a full-day hiking and waterfalls adventure into the Cascade Mountains! And get ready for more than just a hiking trip: with a local tour guide, you’ll learn about the area’s natural and cultural history, get to know native plants and wildlife, and be guided to some of the best trails in Washington! We don’t have to drive far to experience the best hikes near Seattle ‘ it’s just knowing where they are! Your knowledgeable tour guide will know which trails are right for your group and how much we can tackle in one day. Enjoy an easy to moderate hike to photogenic waterfalls as your tour guide narrates the natural history and ecology of the Pacific Northwest. While waterfall hikes in Washington are popular, we can take on more challenging Washington hikes to be rewarded with fantastic summit views. As a reward, we’ll stop at the majestic Snoqualmie Falls, offering breathtaking views, and end with an optional stop at a brewery, winery, or cidery before returning to Seattle!
This small town’s history as a railroading community is evident in the decommissioned relics that sit on the tracks running alongside the main street.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
This popular hiking trail is a potential stop on your Washington hiking adventure. This hiking trail near Seattle is a go-to spot for many hikers looking for an easy to moderate trek. With a tour guide to lead the way, you’ll not only enjoy this Cascades hike but learn about the area’s flora and fauna and the fascinating natural history of western Washington State.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
This easy, ADA-accessible trail circles around Gold Creek Pond and offers beautiful views of the forests of Snoqualmie Pass. Having a knowledgeable local tour guide will help determine which trails to hit, based on terrain, views, and natural attractions.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
This Washington hiking trail is among one of the area’s more difficult treks but offers rewarding views of the surrounding Cascade Mountains. Your tour guide will set a manageable pace and expectations in advance so you can properly get ready for the challenge!
• Admission Ticket Free
This popular waterfall can be accessed by a moderately easy maintained trail with some elevation gains. Should the trailhead be congested with hikers, don’t worry – your guide can easily suggest other trails nearby that are equal in difficulty level and natural attractions!
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
We may pass through the summit of Snoqualmie Pass, a popular skiing, snowboarding, and tubing destination and which is surrounded by many trailheads, including an entry point to the Pacific Crest Trail. The summit here has a number of trailheads, and your tour guide will know which ones are a perfect fit for the group.
• Admission Ticket Free
This trail is among one of our easier hiking options, with a pleasant walk through old-growth forest and to pretty waterfalls. Some hikes feature geological features that reveal the natural history of the area, which you can learn about from your local guide during the hike!
• Admission Ticket Free
We may pass by this beautiful lake, a popular spot for water tubing, camping, and other recreational activities.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
This popular spot draws visitors to its large lake and hiking trails with pleasant views.
• Admission Ticket Free
Your tour guide will lead you to the best waterfalls in Washington state, based on your group’s hiking abilities and preferences. Along the walk to this beautiful waterfall, your guide will point out the various iconic Pacific Northwest trees, many with fascinating ecological and historical stories.
• Admission Ticket Free
This moderately challenging trail near North Bend is a possible option for hikes near Seattle. Depending on the time of year, your tour guide will point out some of the fungi and lichen that give the Pacific Northwest forests their unique appearance and which are vital to their ecological health.
• Admission Ticket Free
Your private driving tour includes admission to Washington state parks, where you can enjoy hiking through iconic Pacific Northwest forests, along salmon runs, and to beautiful waterfalls. You’ll be able to learn all about the ecology of salmon and how important these fish are to the forests of Washington State.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
This is the big one! Let us know if you would like to include a stop at this iconic waterfall. A small hike is optional to experience both top and bottom views of the waterfall.
• Admission Ticket Included
This serene city park is a great place for a picnic or just to relax and enjoy the view.
• Admission Ticket Included