Columbia County, Washington
72 hiking trails · 2parks & campgrounds · 11 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data.
About Hiking in Columbia County, Washington
Columbia County is home to 72 mapped hiking trails and 2 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 11 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Columbia County
Up to 74 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Columbia County
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Sample Parks in Columbia County
Sample Trails in Columbia County
Hiking guides for Washington
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Columbia County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Washington, Ranked
Washington's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichWashington's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Washington trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Washington
Ten gentle, well-marked Washington trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Washington
Washington's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Washington
Federal parks and recreation areas in Washington ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Washington: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Washington's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.