Four Cedars Trail

Giant Douglas Fir ad Cedar Tree at Four Cedars Trail

Recommend hitting the most challenging part of this trail upfront by heading uphill and counterclockwise. This provides your kids an offramp when you come to the intersection with Twin Creeks […]

Ellis Cove Trail

Ellis Cove Trail

Ellis Cove Trail is on the west side of Squaxin Park (formerly Priest Point Park). Ellis Cove is a moderately difficult hike, as there are a few steeper dips that […]

Nisqually Estuary Trail

Nisqually Estuary Boardwalk

My sea-creature fan son loves this trail. Depending on the tide, more than half the trail is mudflats or water, depending on the tide (starting around the 1.25-mile mark). The […]

McLane Creek Nature Trail

Boardwalk on McLane Creek Nature Trail

Welcome to McLane Creek Nature Trail in Capitol State Forest! This family-friendly trail is perfect for a day of outdoor adventure. The trail is located in a beautiful forested area […]

Mima Mounds

Mima Mounds Observation Deck

Easy 2.75 mile hike, mostly exposed, with only 10 feet of elevation.  This beautiful trail system is perfect for families looking for a fun and educational outdoor adventure. The Mima […]

Priest Point East Loop

View of the Garden at Priest Point

Family favorite in Squaxin Park (formerly Priest Point Park). Priest Point East Trail is an easy hike that a family can do in combination with other Olympia activities. Recommend knocking […]

Twin Barns Loop

Twin Barns at the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge

The Twin Barns Loop is a great family-friendly hike in the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge in Thurston County, Washington. This 1.2-mile trail takes you through a beautiful wetland area with many […]

Mckay Marsh Nature Trail

McKay Marsh Overlook Picnic Area

Knock out this 1.5-mile trail clockwise or counterclockwise. Many yellow markings on rocks and trees will guide you along the loop. The northern part of the trail is on a […]

Discovery Park Loop Trail

lighthouse at Discovery Park in Seattle

3-mile loop in Seattle’s Discovery Park with the additional hike to the lighthouse.  Trail is marked well with posts to help avoid confusion in the spiderweb of trails within the […]