Best hiking trails in Seattle
Check out the top hiking trails in Seattle, reviewed and ranked by the city’s locals
1. Lincoln Park
1. Lincoln Park
104 local reviews
8011 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
+1 206-684-4075
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Beautiful park with views of the ferries, islands, marine wildlife, Bald Eagles, sandy beach at the south end,…
Great views of the sound combined with hiking trails and tons of picnic areas with shade. Also a public pool a…
The best park with lots of things for the kids including a seasonal pool right on the water, a great hiking tr…
1. Lincoln Park
1. Lincoln Park
104 local reviews
8011 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
+1 206-684-4075
Christopher
Beautiful park with views of the ferries, islands, marine wildlife, Bald Eagles, sandy beach at the south end, perfect skipping stones and d…
Lee
Great views of the sound combined with hiking trails and tons of picnic areas with shade. Also a public pool at the bottom right on the wate…
Kate
The best park with lots of things for the kids including a seasonal pool right on the water, a great hiking trail to the beach with huge dri…
2. Discovery Park
2. Discovery Park
194 local reviews
3801 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
+1 206-386-4236
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AND BEACH! This is the perfect touristy hike! It gives you a glimpse of everything that Seattle's natural beau…
This is a very unique park. There are hiking trails that cover all kinds of washington state in one 3 mile lo…
This enormous park is a former military base. Now it's a wonderful place to spend a sunny afternoon with grea…
2. Discovery Park
2. Discovery Park
194 local reviews
3801 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
+1 206-386-4236
Muna
AND BEACH! This is the perfect touristy hike! It gives you a glimpse of everything that Seattle's natural beauty has to offer! There are sev…
Jeannette
This is a very unique park. There are hiking trails that cover all kinds of washington state in one 3 mile loop: dark green forest, grassy …
Rob & Suzi
This enormous park is a former military base. Now it's a wonderful place to spend a sunny afternoon with great views of the Sound, lots of …
3. Seward Park
3. Seward Park
120 local reviews
5900 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle
Open · Closes 10:00 PM
+1 206-684-4396
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One of my favorite parks in the area, Seward Park boasts 300 acres of beautiful forest land, home to eagles' n…
Seward Park is an old growth forest with lots of hiking trails. There's also an awesome playground for the kid…
'Seward Park boasts 300 acres of beautiful forest land, home to eagles' nests, old growth forest, a 2.4 mile b…
3. Seward Park
3. Seward Park
120 local reviews
5900 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle
Open · Closes 10:00 PM
+1 206-684-4396
Bryan
One of my favorite parks in the area, Seward Park boasts 300 acres of beautiful forest land, home to eagles' nests, old growth forest, a 2.4…
Laura
Seward Park is an old growth forest with lots of hiking trails. There's also an awesome playground for the kids and a paved loop around the …
Bryan
'Seward Park boasts 300 acres of beautiful forest land, home to eagles' nests, old growth forest, a 2.4 mile bike and walking path, an amphi…
4. Saint Edward State Park
4. Saint Edward State Park
18 local reviews
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Peaceful walking and hiking trails through forested land; all paths lead to Lake Washington where one can take…
Just 10 minutes from the studio. This park has many hiking trails that takes you to the shores of Lake Washin…
Beautiful hiking trails for all skill levels through deep forest valley down to the shore of Lake Washington. …
4. Saint Edward State Park
4. Saint Edward State Park
18 local reviews
Cristen
Peaceful walking and hiking trails through forested land; all paths lead to Lake Washington where one can take a dip, or just watch the worl…
Malisa
Just 10 minutes from the studio. This park has many hiking trails that takes you to the shores of Lake Washington. You will need a Discove…
Bridget
Beautiful hiking trails for all skill levels through deep forest valley down to the shore of Lake Washington. $10 parking fee.
5. Cowen Park
5. Cowen Park
10 local reviews
5849 15th Avenue Northeast, Seattle
Closed · Opens 4:00 AM
+1 206-684-4075
ParkPoint of interestEstablishment
Hiking trails and play ground.
Fun urban hiking trails. Beautiful old trees.
Beautiful park and playground right by the ravine of Ravenna Park
5. Cowen Park
5. Cowen Park
10 local reviews
5849 15th Avenue Northeast, Seattle
Closed · Opens 4:00 AM
+1 206-684-4075
Mary
Hiking trails and play ground.
Kelsey
Fun urban hiking trails. Beautiful old trees.
Sarah
Beautiful park and playground right by the ravine of Ravenna Park
6. Carkeek Park
6. Carkeek Park
62 local reviews
950 NW Carkeek Park Rd, Seattle
Open · Closes 10:00 PM
+1 206-684-0877
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Great beaches right on Puget Sound the park is full of hiking trails and real Pacific Northwest woods. It's wh…
Beach and Hiking all-in-one. This park has it all - best accessed by Uber or a rental car, it's totally worth…
Everything you could ever want out of a park: Stunning views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains, Large f…
6. Carkeek Park
6. Carkeek Park
62 local reviews
950 NW Carkeek Park Rd, Seattle
Open · Closes 10:00 PM
+1 206-684-0877
Christy
Great beaches right on Puget Sound the park is full of hiking trails and real Pacific Northwest woods. It's where locals go. It's cool. Take…
Ashley
Beach and Hiking all-in-one. This park has it all - best accessed by Uber or a rental car, it's totally worth it - it offers hiking trails,…
Justin And Lauren
Everything you could ever want out of a park: Stunning views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains, Large field for frisbee, soccer, etc…
7. Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens
7. Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens
73 local reviews
2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle
Closed · Opens Friday 9:00 AM
+1 206-543-8800
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Hiking trails, stunning views from spring thru fall, nice visitor center and new additions from the ring of fi…
It's a park, a hiking trail, a beach, a botanical garden. Founding Fathers set aside this land long before an…
A beautiful gem of a park. You can make an afternoon of it and walk through Volunteer Park then Interlaken Blv…
7. Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens
7. Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens
73 local reviews
2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle
Closed · Opens Friday 9:00 AM
+1 206-543-8800
Misty
Hiking trails, stunning views from spring thru fall, nice visitor center and new additions from the ring of fire neighboring countries being…
Steph
It's a park, a hiking trail, a beach, a botanical garden. Founding Fathers set aside this land long before any of us were born to preserve …
David
A beautiful gem of a park. You can make an afternoon of it and walk through Volunteer Park then Interlaken Blvd to get here. Stop for a bite…
8. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
8. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
50 local reviews
ZooAquariumPoint of interest
Beaufitful views, beaches and hiking trails.
This park has a beach, a zoo, restaurant, Fort Nisqually, Japanese and rose garden and lots of hiking trails.
A real gem in Tacoma, this zoo and aquarium is sure to provide a fun day for young and old alike. During the …
8. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
8. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
50 local reviews
Mary & Mark
Beaufitful views, beaches and hiking trails.
Susan
This park has a beach, a zoo, restaurant, Fort Nisqually, Japanese and rose garden and lots of hiking trails.
Brenna
A real gem in Tacoma, this zoo and aquarium is sure to provide a fun day for young and old alike. During the winter months, Zoolights is a …
9. Discovery Park Boulevard
9. Discovery Park Boulevard
17 local reviews
Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle
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Amazing hiking trails! Will also take you by trail, to the beach!
Great City park with hiking trails and views of the Olympic Mountains
Hiking trails, playground, Native American Cultural Center with view of the Sound....
9. Discovery Park Boulevard
9. Discovery Park Boulevard
17 local reviews
Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle
Joel
Amazing hiking trails! Will also take you by trail, to the beach!
Scott & Breanna
Great City park with hiking trails and views of the Olympic Mountains
Jamie
Hiking trails, playground, Native American Cultural Center with view of the Sound....
10. Dash Point State Park
10. Dash Point State Park
8 local reviews
ParkPoint of interestEstablishment
Beach area, hiking trails, etc
Pay to park WA state park but shallow beach and great hiking trails.
Great park with lots of hiking trails and a beautiful beach
10. Dash Point State Park
10. Dash Point State Park
8 local reviews
Nikee
Beach area, hiking trails, etc
Tony And Attina
Pay to park WA state park but shallow beach and great hiking trails.
Meredith
Great park with lots of hiking trails and a beautiful beach
11. Snoqualmie Falls
11. Snoqualmie Falls
78 local reviews
Snoqualmie Falls, Snoqualmie
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After admiring our favorite waterfall from the observation deck, make your way down the trail to get an even b…
Snoqualmie Falls is about a 40-minute drive outside the city, absolutely worth it if you have the time. Free p…
It is about a 40- 60 minute drive but well worth it the falls are beautiful I recommend going there along with…
11. Snoqualmie Falls
11. Snoqualmie Falls
78 local reviews
Snoqualmie Falls, Snoqualmie
Buck
After admiring our favorite waterfall from the observation deck, make your way down the trail to get an even better view. This is less of a …
Michael
Snoqualmie Falls is about a 40-minute drive outside the city, absolutely worth it if you have the time. Free parking with hiking trails and…
Penny
It is about a 40- 60 minute drive but well worth it the falls are beautiful I recommend going there along with the wine tour just to make th…
12. Camp Long
12. Camp Long
12 local reviews
5200 35th Avenue Southwest, Seattle
Closed · Opens Friday 10:00 AM
+1 206-684-7434
CampgroundParkLodging
Nice hiking trails within a short walk. There's also a climbing wall.
Secret forest oasis, has open play field, light hiking trails, climbing wall, and ropes course (guided - sched…
Walking & activity trails
12. Camp Long
12. Camp Long
12 local reviews
5200 35th Avenue Southwest, Seattle
Closed · Opens Friday 10:00 AM
+1 206-684-7434
Keith & Mario
Nice hiking trails within a short walk. There's also a climbing wall.
Lauren & Patrick
Secret forest oasis, has open play field, light hiking trails, climbing wall, and ropes course (guided - schedule with Seattle Parks).
Conni & Stew
Walking & activity trails