Hiking Resources for Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia

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Why the Pacific Northwest Is a Hiker’s Paradise

With its lush temperate rainforests, towering volcanoes, wild coastlines, and dramatic alpine peaks, the Pacific Northwest offers some of the most unforgettable hiking experiences in the world. Whether you’re trekking through mossy old-growth forests in Washington, climbing up to sweeping vistas in Oregon, or wandering along turquoise glacial lakes in British Columbia, this region delivers trails for every type of hiker—from casual strollers to rugged backcountry adventurers.

This page is your one-stop resource for exploring the best of what Oregon, Washington State, and British Columbia have to offer. Below you’ll find trail databases, planning tools, park websites, and must-have maps to help you confidently explore the PNW on foot.

🌲 Oregon Hiking Resources

Oregon Hikers Field Guide
The most comprehensive, volunteer-built hiking guide for Oregon. Filter hikes by location, difficulty, features, and more.
🔗 https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide

AllTrails – Oregon Hikes
Great for user reviews, trail maps, elevation info, and offline use with the paid version.
🔗 https://www.alltrails.com/us/oregon

Oregon State Parks – Trails and Hiking Info
Check conditions and closures for hikes within Oregon’s state parks.
🔗 https://stateparks.oregon.gov/

Forest Service – Pacific Northwest Region (Oregon)
Official USDA Forest Service trail maps and recreation info for Oregon’s national forests.
🔗 https://www.fs.usda.gov/r6

REI’s Oregon Hiking Project
Offers curated trails with GPS tracks and photos.
🔗 https://www.hikingproject.com/directory/regions/oregon

🏔️ Washington State Hiking Resources

Washington Trails Association (WTA)
Arguably the best state-specific hiking site in the U.S. Excellent trip reports, searchable trail database, and volunteer info.
🔗 https://www.wta.org/go-outside/hikes

AllTrails – Washington Hikes
Browse thousands of hikes across the state, from Mt. Rainier to the Olympics.
🔗 https://www.alltrails.com/us/washington

Washington State Parks – Trails and Maps
Check trail conditions and park alerts across the state’s vast park system.
🔗 https://parks.wa.gov/

USDA Forest Service – Pacific Northwest (Washington)
Access trailhead updates, fire restrictions, and road conditions in Washington’s national forests.
🔗 https://www.fs.usda.gov/r6

The Mountaineers – Hiking Resources
Explore curated trail guides, classes, and route-finding tips from a century-old outdoor organization.
🔗 https://www.mountaineers.org/activities/hiking

🏞️ British Columbia Hiking Resources

Vancouver Trails
One of the best resources for hikes around Vancouver and southern British Columbia. Includes trail maps, photos, and reviews.
🔗 https://www.vancouvertrails.com

AllTrails – British Columbia Hikes
Discover everything from quick waterfall walks to backcountry routes in the Canadian Rockies.
🔗 https://www.alltrails.com/canada/british-columbia

BC Parks – Hiking Info
Official government site for BC’s provincial parks. Check closures, backcountry regulations, and trail maps.
🔗 https://bcparks.ca

Trailforks – British Columbia
Popular with both hikers and bikers. Features detailed GPS trails and user reports.
🔗 https://www.trailforks.com/region/british-columbia/

Outdoor Vancouver Hiking Guide
A locally run site with beautiful visuals, trip ideas, and hiking gear reviews.
🔗 https://www.outdoorvancouver.ca/hiking-guide/

🧭 Bonus Tools & Apps

Planning Your PNW Hiking Trip?

If you’re overwhelmed by all the incredible options, let Explorer Sue help you plan a personalized hiking itinerary! Whether you want a weekend loop through the Columbia River Gorge, a multi-day Olympic Peninsula adventure, or an unforgettable escape to the Canadian Coast Mountains—I can help you make it happen.
👉 Contact me for custom trip planning.