Our pups have always loved hiking, so we’ve searched for trails in our area of Western Washington that we can enjoy with them in their later years. I’ve compiled a list of hikes that we like and would recommend to others with senior dogs. Of course, every dog is different so do your research and adjust your plans as needed. The list is separated by geographical region. To view all the hikes, as well as additional tips, the best place to start is on the introductory page: Hiking with Senior Dogs in Western Washington.
And don’t forget, for everyone’s safety and enjoyment of the trails, make sure you keep your pup on leash and pick up after them!
Check out gorgeous sea stacks at Ruby Beach
The areas where dogs are allowed are somewhat limited on the Washington coast, and when you factor in the needs of a senior dog, the list gets smaller. We’ve taken two trips to the coast, one staying in Tokeland (southwest of Aberdeen) and another staying near the Kalaloch Lodge at Olympic National Park (between La Push and Ocean Shores). Of the two, I’d highly recommend the Kalaloch area over Tokeland. Kalaloch is a more visually interesting landscape and has more hiking options. Here are my thoughts on our two vacations to the Washington coast.
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Hiking with Senior Dogs in Western Washington
