Family Things To Do in Granite Falls, Washington

Although the only man-made structure here is the summit lookout, Mount Pilchuck could not be any better designed even if it had been specifically planned and constructed by hand. When it comes to getting the most bang for your buck, ... More on Trails

You can enjoy an almost leisurely stroll along the initial 4 miles of this wonderful route as it follows the well-graded old dirt road from Barlow Pass to the historic mining town of Monte Cristo. ... More on Trails

In conjunction with Twin Lakes, this is a great hike if you want to backpac More on Trails

Despite its laid-back demeanor, the quiet town of Granite Falls was once a thriving economic hub. The local railway disappeared long ago with the logging and mining firms it used to serve, but many... More on Trails

Nice combination of river; and meadow hike for kids. The double washed out More on Trails

Mount Pilchuck is one of the most visible mountains on the western front of the Cascade Range. Although not a high peak, Pilchuck stands out from other higher peaks because of its westerly position. A popular hiking trail leads to ... More on Trails

Three beautiful lakes, especially lovely in fall colors. The nearest and easiest, Silver Lake, is tucked in a cirque of cliffs, waterfalls, and meadows. Twin Lakes, 3 grueling miles farther, are twin pools of deep blue beneath the ... More on Trails

Three Fingers Mountain is one of the landmark peaks of the Puget Sound region. The source of its name is obvious; it has three rocky summit peaks of about equal height set above a modest glacier, t... More on Trails

This is a great hike! The mileage on this page is incorrect it is 18 miles More on Trails

There are about a dozen Cutthroat Lakes scattered like rare coins through the meadows below Bald Mountain, although I am not certain where one draws the line between large tarns and small lakes. No matter: This is a great destination ... More on Trails

Sloan Peak is the highest mountain in the Henry M. Jackson Wilderness and in the Cascades between Glacier Peak and Puget Sound. It is a large, glaciated citadel that has been compared with the Matt... More on Trails

Probably my favorite climb of my entire summer! the trail had a bit of ever More on Trails

White Chuck Mountain is another of the major peaks of the Darrington region, but it is not one of the most popular. White Chuck has an unfortunate reputation, largely undeserved, of having a difficult approach drive and a bushwhack ... More on Trails