Staircase is our go to hike when we just want to get out for a little adventure for the day. We hike it a few times each year. It is a blast to swim in the slow pools and jump from the rocks! We swam in February but we had full wetsuits and had a great time. The ranger even let us borrow a throw rope Incase of emergency. Great location to get out and experience...
Read moreVery beautiful and clean the trail up to the top is easy for the first couple miles then it goes straight up nearly vertical advanced expert climbers only. Also there are bears and aggressive mountain goats make sure you have spray if you hike farther than a couple miles out from the...
Read moreOur favorite short hike near Olympia. Trail is short and not challenging for young ones (just be careful for tree roots!). It is full of magic with glorious nursing logs with huge tree roots, most covered rocks, and rushing creeks which are perfect for dipping...
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