National Parks
Around Seattle
There are three National Parks within 2-3 hours of drive from Seattle.
Please click on each one to check out recommended trails for each one.
If you plan on hiking, AllTrails is highly recommended.
You will also need to get a pass here.
Mt Rainier National Park
~2h15min from Seattle
Olympic National Park
~2h40min from Seattle
North Cascades National Park
~2h30min from Seattle
Mt Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park is suitable for either a day trip or a 2–3 day trip, depending on which areas and trails you plan to explore. Please note that timed-entry reservations may be required during peak summer months.
Fun Fact: Mount Rainier is an active stratovolcano that last erupted about 1,000 years ago.
Olympic National Park
It is recommended to reserve 2-4 days if you plan to travel to the Olympic National Park.
Fun Fact: The Twilight Saga is set in Forks, WA, located near Olympic National Park.
North Cascades National Park