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  • Dog Friendly Restaurants
  • Dog Friendly Hotels
  • Dog Friendly Activities
    • Activities & Events
    • Dog Parks
    • Hiking Trails
  • Pet Health
    • Health Overview
    • Animal Hospitals
    • Free Pet Clinics
    • Homemade Dog Food
  • Seattle Pet Adoption
  • Blog Articles

Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Seattle

Dog Friendly Seattle, Dog Friendly Hiking Seattle, Seattle Hikes

Welcome to your go-to guide for exploring Seattle and its surrounding areas with your four-legged best friend! Whether you're a local or visiting the Emerald City, we’ve curated a list of the best dog-friendly hiking trails to help you and your pup enjoy the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From lush forest paths to scenic mountain vistas, these trails are perfect for adventures that both you and your furry companion will love. Grab the leash, pack some treats, and start exploring today! 

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Paradise Valley Conservation Area - Woodinville, WA

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Cherry Creek Falls, WA Dog Friendly Seattle Hike

dog friendly Hiking Trails in the seattle area

Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park

Over 36 miles of dog friendly trails ranging from easy to difficult, suitable for all levels.

  • Big Tree Ridge Trail - Moderate 4.9 (3hr) mile out & back trail
  • Red Town Trail - Easy 1.7 mile (40min) out & back trail
  • Sky Country Trail - Moderate 6 mile (3hr) loop trail
  • Harvey Manning Trail - Easy 1.4 mile (30min) out & back trail
  • Jim Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trail - Moderate 4.1 (2.5hr) mile loop trail

Discovery Park Extended Loop Trail

Easy 4.3 mile (1.75hr) loop trail offering views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.

Heather Lake Trail

A moderate 4.4 mile (2.5hr) loop trail to a lovely lake on the northeast slope of Mount Pilchuck.

Lake 22 Trail

A moderate 5.9 mile (3hr) out & back trail through lush northwest rainforest to a pristine alpine lake.

Middle Fork Snoqualmie Trail

A hard 27.3 mile (12hr) out & back trail winding through the banks of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River.

Mount Si Trail

A Hard 8-mile out & back hiking trail offering breathtaking views of the Snoqualmie Valley and the Cascade Mountains.

Paradise valley conservation area

A beautiful 793-acre park with 13 miles of multi-use and mostly easy trails through abundant forest, wetland, and streams. 

Rattlesnake Ledge Trail

A moderate 5.3 mile (3hr) out & back hiking trail with panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains.

Tiger Mountain State Forest

Offers over 80 miles of trails with scenic views of the Issaquah Alps and Mount Rainier.

Twin Falls Trail

A moderate 2.5 (1.3hr) mile out & back hiking trail leading past mossy river rocks, salmonberry bushes, and three waterfalls.

Washington Park Arboretum

Features multiple easy walking trails spanning 3.5 miles through botanical gardens, groves of trees, and waterside views.

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Waterfall Hikes Near Seattle

Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Bridal Veil Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

A moderate 4.2 mile out & back trail near Index, WA. Be prepared for stairs and over 1,000ft elevation gain. Trail features spectacular views including the 100ft Bridal Veil waterfall. 

Best time to visit is April through October.

[1.5 hours from Seattle]

Coal Creek Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Coal Creek Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

A moderate 2.2 mile out & back trail through lush forest and alongside a pristine creek. Well kept trail. Very popular.

[30 min from Seattle]

Franklin Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Little Mashel Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Franklin Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

An easy 2 mile out & back paved trail with ample parking and restrooms. Open year-round.

[1 hour from Seattle]

Little Mashel Falls

Little Mashel Falls

Little Mashel Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Little Mashel Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

Accessible via two moderate difficulty trails: Bud Blancher Trail (4.8 miles) and 1000, 1070 road (5.7 miles). Features three beautiful waterfalls.

Best time to visit is Spring.

[2 hours from Seattle]

Murhut Falls

Little Mashel Falls

Murhut Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Murhut Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

An easy to moderate 1.5 mile hike ending at a massive two-tiered waterfall.

[2.5 hours from Seattle]

Otter Falls

Little Mashel Falls

Murhut Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Otter Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

A moderate, 9.5 mile out & back trail near Snoqualmie Pass featuring numerous small waterfalls and cascades along the Snoqualmie Lake Trail to Lipsy Lake. 

Best time to hike is Spring to early Summer.

[1 hour from Seattle]

Wallace Falls

Wallace Falls

Wallace Falls

Seattle Waterfalls, Wallace Falls Washington, Hiking Trail to a Waterfall

Accessible via the Woody Trail a moderate 4.9 mile out & back hike with nearly 1500ft elevation gain. Incredible views and numerous waterfalls along entire trail. Very popular trail.

[1 hour from Seattle]

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