Washington
The heart of the Pacific Northwest - think pine forests, huge mountains, stunning coastline with bald eagles flying overhead. This is hiking heaven and offers some of the most stunning landscapes you’ll see anywhere in the States.
The Evergreen State is rarely at the top of people’s bucket list, but that’s their loss. Washington has some of the best hikes in the entire country and we would put Mount Rainier up there as one of the best national parks in the USA. So here’s what to expect.
Quick Summary
Top Tip: Washington isn’t just a summer state and you can visit places like Olympic National Park all year round and miss the crowds. However, you can only visit Mount Rainier and North Cascades in the summer months.
Safety: Washington is generally safe, but you should still take precautions in some of the built up areas (as with anywhere in the world).
When to go:
Peak Season: July - August. School holidays, peak of summer and the best weather for the mountainous national parks.
Low Season: November - February.
Walk My World cost index: $$$$ - Washington is just like all the states on the west coast - pricey. However, if you book in advance you can find still find some budget options.
