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Seattle waterfall way park11/5/2023 But for the most part, the trail is wide and easy for kids of all ages. This is a great hike with the kids, but there are a few ledges on the trail, so just be aware if you aren’t carrying your kids. This is the biggest/strongest waterfall on this list and it is definitely one you can’t miss. Silver Falls Loopĭistance: 3 miles roundtrip | Location: Packwood, WA in Mount Rainier National Park | WTA details here It’s pretty deep into the national park, so definitely bring some snacks and lunch for the kids since there’s nowhere nearby to stop. The parking lot is pretty easy to find and there’s good signage, but you’ll probably lose service along the way. There are some cool pictures and videos on Instagram though, taken by some risk takers. But the caves aren’t safe to enter and there’s plenty of signage reminding hikers along the way. FYI it gets pretty cold when your down by all that snow, even when it’s a hotter summer day. In spring and summer, as the ice melts, a waterfall runs through the back of the snow, and ice caves are formed. This area is an avalanche run during the winter. The well kept trail leads you over a few bridges and through the forest, before spitting you out at this beautiful opening of cascading waterfalls that feels like something out of Jurassic Park. Our 2 and 3 year olds can easily do this hike out of the carriers if they want to walk. It’s not too strenuous of a hike at just 2.2 miles roundtrip and the elevation gain is only around 200ft. This is one of my favorite hikes in Washington. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (Northern end) | WTA details here Big Four Ice Cavesĭistance: 2.2 miles roundtrip | Location: Granite Falls, WA in Mt. Please read my privacy policy for more info. I’ve linked the Washington Trail Association (WTA) page for each specific hike if you’re interested in more details. These hikes are great for kids of all ages, whether they’re walking or being carried. All of these family-friendly waterfall hikes are easy to find, and have good signage and trail markings. Don’t forget to bring cash just in case the parking machines are down. These hikes are anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours away from Seattle, and most of them require a parking fee or pass, based on the type of park they’re in. These are my top 10 waterfall hikes for families near Seattle, WA, plus a bonus. With two toddlers, ages 2 and 3.5, I try to do my research to make sure it is a hike that they can handle, or that we can handle while wearing them. Since moving to Washington, we have been on a mission to hike to as many waterfalls as we can.
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