Thurston County, Washington
570 hiking & walking trails · 2parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Thurston County, Washington
Thurston County is home to 570 mapped hiking trails and 2 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 14 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Thurston County
Up to 202 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Thurston County
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Sample Parks in Thurston County
Sample Trails in Thurston County
Curated Guides for Thurston County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Thurston County, Washington?
Yes — we have 570 mapped hiking and walking trails in Thurston County, Washington, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Thurston County, Washington for families?
22nd Avenue Connector near Olympia is one of the best family picks in Thurston County, Washington — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Thurston County, Washington?
Each of the 570 trails in Thurston County, Washington has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Thurston County, Washington?
Thurston County, Washington has 2 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Thurston County, Washington?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Thurston County, Washington right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Thurston County, Washington?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Washington for more options beyond Thurston County, Washington.
Hiking guides for Washington
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Thurston 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.