While Bandera Mountain oft gets overlooked due to its famous neighbors like Mailbox, it is a worthy goal.

Beckler peak is just off US 2 near Skykomish. The view is outstanding for the small amount of effort required. Rarely have I seen a crowd.

Boulder River Trail is an easy day out for the whole family. I have even seen hikers pushing a stroller up to the falls.

Bridal Veil Falls is Lake Serene’s little sister. An easier hike than the lake but an equally desirable destination for the day.

Cedar Lake is one of the many hikes in the Chuckanut mountains near Bellingham.

Church Mountain trail is one of the most popular hikes along Mount Baker Highway. Converts of nature will rejoice at the jaw-dropping views.

The trail up Dirty Harry’s peak is just as difficult as it’s neighbors like Mailbox and Washington with less views

I have only used Easy Pass to access a climb, but, it would be an excellent day hike destination. Most ages should be able to enjoy it.

Excelsior Peak is one of my favorite hikes along Mount Baker Highway. The hike is tough but rewards high.

Fort Casey State Park in Washington is a perfect day out for the history buff. You can explore the old military base, hike, and see the beach.

Goat Lake trail is a Washington favorite. Due to this, it is very busy on weekends. Come on a weekday for solitude

The hike of Granite Mountain is steep even by I-90 standards. There isn’t much to distract from the pain

Greider Lakes is a straightforward day hike with a moderate amount of elevation gain.

Save for the last small stretch, the hike of Hannegan Pass Trail is an easy walk up a river valley. Come in summer so your hike is filled by wildflowers.

Heybrook Lookout Trail is one of the easiest hikes along US2. From the tower, the views of surrounding peaks are worth the short walk.

Lake Ann is a Hike that accesses the Fisher Chimney route of Mount Shuksan.

Lake Serene trail is one of the toughest and prettiest hikes along Washington’s US-2.

Lake Twenty-Two is one of the most popular hikes along Mountain Loop Highway. Get there early for parking

The Madrone Crest Trail is one of the many trails in Bellingham’s Chuckanut Mountains. As with most trails here, it is a well-marked easy day out.

Hiking the Old Mailbox Peak trail was the stuff of legend. The New trail is a much tamer route

An easy walk up a dirt road to one of Washington’s most famous scenes of past prosperity surrounded by jagged peaks

Mount Dickerman is a classic in Washington. Tough approach, beautiful views and a memory to last a lifetime

Mount Ellinor trail in Washington’s Olympic National Park is famous not for the summit but the glissade down.

Mount Muller is a long loop over a small mountain top and along a ridge. Just off the beaten path.

Mount Persis is the easiest of the Mountaineers Everett Peaks from what I can tell. A well defined climbers path leads all the way to the top

The hike of Mount Pilchuck Trail is very popular and difficult. Do not expect to be alone even in winter.

If you love overcrowded, challenging to reach summits, then Mount Si Hike is for you. There is a small scramble section at the top that’s fun

Oyster dome trail is always crowded but that should not stop you from enjoying it. There is ample space on top.

Park Butte Fire Lookout is a classic. If you can handle light scrambling for the last half mile, it is one of our best fire lookouts

Perry Creek Falls is an excellent alternative to many of the area hikes. It usually has fewer people due to the approach.

Looking for one of the best views that Deception Pass has to offer? Then the Rosario Beach Hike is for you.

Having only one steep hill to conquer makes Sauk mountain trail a good summit for most fit hikers. That one hill is a challenge though.

Skyline divide is a great winter hike. I hear the wildflowers in summer are to die for though.

Teddy Bear Cove in Bellingham is an easy hike down to a small beach. Come for low tide the beach has plentiful wildlife and tide pools

Wallace falls is one of those northwest classics that families pack into on any decent weekend. If you don’t mind a crowd, its worth it.

The official Goat Mountain Trail stops on a bench with views of Mount Sefrit, Baker, and Shuksan.