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Looking for the best hiking trails in Olympia? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 85 scenic trails in the Olympia area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore one of 43 easy hiking trails in Olympia or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Olympia that ...
- Olympia, Washington, United States
- Sequalitchew Creek Trail. Highlight: Relaxing, easy-to-follow trail with a beach. Type: Out and Back. Trail Length: 3 miles. Elevation Gain: 228 feet. Time to Complete: 1 hour 30 min.
- Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Highlight: Diverse wildlife, great for birdwatching, stroller-approved. Type: Varies. Trail Length: from 1 to 10 miles.
- Mima Falls West Trail. Highlight: Small but pretty waterfall and a gentle walk through the woods. Type: Out and Back. Trail Length: 4.7 miles. Elevation Gain: 561 feet.
- Priest Point Trail. Highlight: Short trail with steep sections and fantastic views of Ellis Cove and the sound. Perfect for a workout. Type: Lollipop. Trail Length: 2 miles.
- Billy Frank Jr. National Wildlife Refuge. Although the rest of this list is in no particular order, I had to start with the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge! A sight to see in all four seasons, the water views, wildlife opportunities, and historic barns do not disappoint.
- Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls. A sweet spot for spawning salmon in the fall, Brewery Park is a rewarding day hike near Olympia. The family & dog-friendly 0.5 mile loop reveals awesome water sights.
- Woodard Bay Conservation Area. Looking for an escape from the city? Located less than 15 minutes from downtown Olympia rests peaceful Woodard Bay. Although it’s not that far away, it gives the impression that you’re in a remote area.
- Burfoot County Park. For best views, Burfoot Park is the winner. This hidden gem is located along Budd Inlet in the Boston Harbor neighborhood of Olympia.
Olympia Trails, which used to also do business as Megabus Northeast, LLC, ONE/Independent Bus, and Red and Tan bus, is a bus operator serving northern New Jersey with local and commuter bus service. It has been owned by Coach USA since 1998.
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Olympia: With an ascent of 3,028 ft, Larch and Rock Candy Peaks has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Green Diamond Trail with 1,076 ft of elevation gain.
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Get your heart pumping with a quick run, explore a forest that feels a world away from the city or take the kids for a stroll—all on trails in the Olympia region. Award winning author and outdoors writer Craig Romano dishes on the best beaches, shorelines, old-growth forests, wetlands, riverfronts, vistas, prairies and historic sites.
