Hiking & Stewardship in Seattle

Guided walks, group hikes, and volunteer trail days.

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Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Alpine Scrambling Trips

The Mountaineers

Spring–fall — off-trail summit scrambles (course graduates)

📍 Rotating Cascade & Olympic peaks

No-dropCost variesSummer

Stepping stone between strenuous hiking and technical climbing.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Volunteer Trail Work Parties

Washington Trails Association

Year-round — hundreds of work parties; sign up by trail

📍 Rotating trailheads across Washington

Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFree

No experience needed — bring boots, gloves, and lunch.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

UWild Day Hikes & Trips

UW Recreation — UWild Adventures

Seasonal guided trips — day hikes, backpacking, climbing, paddling

📍 Depart from UW campus, Seattle

Beginner-friendlyNo-dropPaid

Transport, gear, and food included; student discounts available.