This Quaint Little Trail Is The Shortest And Sweetest Hike In Washington
You don’t have to be an expert outdoor enthusiast to hike in Washington — and in some cases, you don’t have to have any hiking experience at all. The Grove of the Patriarchs Loop is a short and sweet hike any Washingtonian can do.
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To reach the trailhead, follow the road past the Ohanapecosh Visitors Center and turn left onto Stevens Canyon Road, where you'll find a parking area.
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This is a pleasant, easy hike that can be done by people of all ages, and most of the path is boardwalked.
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After you cross the bridge, you'll be on a little island, where you can either go left or right (you'll end up at the same place).
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Walking through this sacred forest feels totally surreal.
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This is one of the most memorable hikes in the park.
Sometimes a quick hike is all you really have time for; check out this list of hikes for mere mortals in Washington.
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