Washington's 30 Most Incredible Backpacking Trips
Experience the best of Washington's backcountry.
Whatever kind of backcountry adventure you're looking for, you're likely to find it in Washington. From the rugged coast to the Cascade mountains, there is no shortage of amazing trails and beautiful places to spend a night under the stars. Newbie backpackers and seasoned vets alike can find the perfect backpacking trip on this list. Take a look at these incredible adventures and we're sure you'll start planning your next backpacking trip in Washington ASAP.
1. Hike to Hidden Lake Lookout
Photo: Christin Healey
2. Backpack to Spade and Venus Lakes
Photo: Jason Zabriskie
3. Hike to Winchester Mountain Fire Lookout
Photo: Beau Ramsey
4. Backpack Park Butte
Photo: Derek Cook
5. Backpack to Tank Lakes
Photo: Mitch Pittman
6. Backpack Tuck and Robin Lakes
Photo: Jason Zabriskie
7. Backpack to Gem Lake
Photo: Felix Madrid
8. Backpack to Marmot and Jade Lakes
Photo: Colin Ayers
9. Backpack Anderson and Watson Lake
Photo: Holly Singh
10. Backpack along Rialto Beach
Photo: Greg Balkin
11. Backpack Ancient Lakes
Photo: Jason Zabriskie
12. Backpack Indian Heaven
Photo: Vic Garcia
13. Backpack to Upper Lena Lake
Photo: Tara Warolin
14. Snowshoe and Camp at Skyline Lake
Photo: Beau Ramsey
15. Backpack to Snow Lake
Photo: Michael Matti
16. Backpack the High Divide and Seven Lakes Basin
Photo: Nick Lake
17. Backpack the Siouxon Trail
Photo: Missy Fant
18. Backpack to Mount Margaret’s Ridge Camp
Photo: Andy Best
19. Backpack to Sahale Glacier Camp
Photo: Scott Kranz
20. Backpack the Cutthroat Lakes
Photo: Nick Lake
21. Backpack to Spectacle Lake
Photo: Randy Gordon
22. Backpack Gothic Basin to Foggy Lake
Photo: Scott Kranz
23. Backpack to Snow Lakes
Photo: Gemina Garland-Lewis
24. Backpack the Summerland Trail
Photo: Warren Behymer
25. Backpack to Rainy Lake
Photo: Colton Jacobs
26. Backpack to Vesper Peak
Photo: Catalina Salazar
27. Snowcamp on Mt. Dickerman
Photo: Scott Kranz
28. Backpack the Enchantments
Photo: Sam Patterson
29. Backpack Spider Gap to Buckcreek Pass
Photo: Nick Lake
30. 4 Day Backpacking Trip in the Enchantments
Photo: Rose Freeman
Cover photo: Christin Healey
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
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