Port Orchard, Washington
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Top Fitness Spots in and near Port Orchard
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Seattle, Washington
Lighthouse and Discovery Park Loop
5.04.27 mi / 384 ft gainThis Beautiful park in Seattle offers up gorgeous views of Puget Sound. The park has an easy to follow loop, which is about 4.5 miles. There are easy offshoots of the loop if you're looking to get a little extra distance. Keep an eye out for Hidden Valley Trail and North Beach Trail if you're up ...Read more -
Seattle, Washington
Camp on Blake Island
There are 2 ways to get to Blake Island: private boat or via the Argosy Cruises tour boat (or if you're ambitious, I guess you can swim there!). If traveling by private boat, there is a marina with limited dock space as well as buoy moorings around the island for a moorage fee. Blake Island is ...Read more -
Seattle, Washington
Howe Street Stairs
3.30.31 mi / 217 ft gainThe Howe Street Stairs are Seattle’s longest continuous stairway, and your quads will confirm this fact after you’ve done a few sets of repeats. This is a great place to raise your heart rate and get some exercise outside of the gym. If you’re up for it, throw in some push-ups and sit-ups in betw...Read more -
Gig Harbor, Washington
Run through Point Defiance Park
5.04.3 miPoint Defiance Park is the largest urban park in Pierce County and it provides a variety of amenities. Located at the very northwest tip of Tacoma, the park provides residents with a much needed retreat from the bustle of everyday life. Point Defiance Park is the place to go if you need a quick d...Read more -
Seattle, Washington
Washington Park Arboretum Loop Trail
5.02.4 mi / 197 ft gainThe Washington Park Arboretum is the perfect place to swing through if you're looking for a short and gentle trail run without leaving the city. This expansive park includes the UW Botanic Gardens, Japanese Gardens, entire length of the Arboretum Creek - all landmarks you'll pass on this trail. ...Read more -
Kirkland, Washington
Forbes Creek Stairs
3.00.19 mi / 92 ft gainAll benefits of a stair master paired with fresh air is the perfect recipe for a northwest workout. 210 wooden railroad ties make up a staircase that will test your endurance, build strength and get you sweating in no time. The stairs are open year round, 24 hours a day and offer parking for abo...Read more -
Bellevue, Washington
Coal Creek Trail
4.05.55 mi / 545 ft gainThis trail takes you through Coal Creek park and follows the creek along the trail with minimal elevation gain. This trail can also be accessed from the northern end of the park if that's a more convenient drive. For the lower parking lot, park at the Red Town lot (exit 13 off I-90) and cross the...Read more -
Renton, Washington
Far County Falls via Licorice Fern Trail
4.24.25 mi / 801 ft gainFrom Seattle, take the I-90 E to exit 15. Make a right on 17th Ave. This street will later become Renton/Issaquah Rd. Drive about four miles then turn right on to May Valley Rd. Make a sharp right onto SE 112th St. This street will soon turn into 169th Ave SE as it turns left. The trailhead is ri...Read more -
Hoodsport, Washington
Snowshoe Mt. Ellinor's Winter Route
5 mi / 4500 ft gainYou can stat this adventure at one of two trailheads. I suggest using the lower of the two. The start of the trail ascends through a forest of old growth pines with periodic views of Mt Washington. Eventually, at a fork in the trail, you will see a sign marking the start of the winter route. You ...Read more -
Mason County, Washington
Hike to Lake of the Angels
5.06.75 mi / 3599 ft gainThe trail up to Lake of the Angels, known as the Putvin Trail, starts out pretty mellow with a gradual uphill climb. Your first marker will be an old roadbed at around 1.4 miles, but you'll need to cross two ravines before making it there. It's thick forest with gorgeous views in the clearings, s...Read more -
Issaquah, Washington
Poo Poo Point
4.46.57 mi / 1880 ft gainThe Poo Poo Point trail is a great option for beautiful forest and great views only about 20 minutes outside of Seattle. The longer and less steep of the two routes to Poo Poo Point, this trail leaves from the Issaquah High School (the shorter and steeper Chirico Trail leaves from the paragliding...Read more -
Hoodsport, Washington
Staircase Rapids Loop
5.02.1 mi / 410 ft gainThis trail is great for nature trips and for birding. A national park pass or an entry fee of $25 per car (or $10 fee to walk in) is required for entry into Olympic National Park. Watch out for mud on the trail after rain.Read more -
Snoqualmie, Washington
Rattlesnake Mountain Traverse Run
21.1 miTo Snoqualmie Point Park, from Seattle take I-90 east to Exit 27. At the end of the off-ramp, go right and follow the road to the end. Go through the gate on the right to enter the trail head To Rattlesnake Lake: From take I-90 to Exit 32. Go south on 436th Ave. SE, turning into Cedar Falls Rd...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Snowy Hike to Rattlesnake Ledge
4.54 mi / 1160 ft gainThe trail to Rattlesnake Ledge is one of the busiest in Washington. Usually, a Saturday or Sunday is a no go for a lot of avid hikers due to the crowds. Adding a little snow and cold diminishes the crowds nicely. While it is no secret, this hike is popular for a reason. The 2 miles it takes t...Read more -
Sequim, Washington
Hike Dungeness Spit
3.511 mi / 130 ft gainPark at a the north side of the Dungeness Spit Recreation Area, in the Refuge parking lot. There is a kiosk at the Refuge where you can pay an entrance fee ($3) and check the Tide Table. Only attempt the hike at low tide or the sand spit becomes narrow and you have to climb over logs.Follow the R...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Klahhane Ridge (Switchback Route)
4.05 mi / 1700 ft gainHiking to Klahhane Ridge is a rewarding experience that provides you with sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains. Further access to overnight opportunities is possible if you venture beyond the summit trail. Here’s the scoop: Get an early start. There is a decent amount of parking available at ...Read more