Washington · United States
- Distance
- 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 27 m
- Typical duration
- 18 min
There are 8 hikes near Olympia in our database that fit. They average 2.9 km and 63 m (207 ft) of ascent, with the longest running to 5.8 km.
That is 73 percent of the 11 routes we map near Olympia. They are shorter than the local average, 2.9 km against 5.1 km, which is what makes this a practical shortlist for a half day. They also climb less than the area average, 63 m (207 ft) against 112 m (367 ft), so they suit a recovery day or a group with mixed fitness.
Easy routes keep both distance and climbing modest, so they work for a first day in a new area, for family groups, or for a half day when the weather is uncertain. Most of these are on the gentler end, which makes the list a good starting point if you are new to the area.
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
Washington · United States
The ten highest scoring routes on this page, so you can compare effort before opening any of them.
| Route | Distance | Ascent | Time | Difficulty | Best season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cascara LoopWashington | 1.2 km | 27 m | 18 min | Easy | April to October |
| Cottonwood LoopWashington | 0.7 km | 14 m | 9 min | Easy | April to October |
| Divide Trail NorthWashington | 3.2 km | 71 m | 47 min | Easy | April to October |
| Elma City LoopWashington | 5.8 km | 127 m | 1 hr 24 min | Easy | April to October |
| Harbor Family ParkWashington | 3.5 km | 77 m | 50 min | Easy | April to October |
| North Rim #1Washington | 4.4 km | 97 m | 1 hr 4 min | Easy | April to October |
| Rock Candy EastWashington | 2.7 km | 59 m | 39 min | Easy | April to October |
| SuzukiWashington | 1.6 km | 35 m | 23 min | Easy | April to October |
If you only have time for one, start with North Rim #1, Cottonwood Loop, Cascara Loop. Those are the routes people come back to. Every route on this page links through to a full guide with the map, elevation profile, seasonal advice and what to bring.
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