Flaming Geyser State Park

on the trail

This unique hike passes by the location of a now extinguished gas flame, caused by prospectors in 1911 drilling for coal opening up  a pocket of natural gas that began burning, and a geyser of water in a stream that is still bubbling. It combines walking along the river with hiking over a hill and having lunch at a picnic table.  There is a variety of colorful scenery along the trail.

park amenities

• 4.3 miles of hiking trails
• Four reservable picnic shelters that accommodate up to 50 people
• 200 unsheltered picnic tables
• Open lawns for outdoor games
• Remote-controlled aircraft flying area
• Viewing salmon spawning in October through December

Information for Leaders

Scheduling

• This route allows multiple bookings. Please check scheduled trips listed below in the "Activities" tab to see if there is another group already booked on the same day. Leaders are expected to contact the leader(s) of existing trips to ensure there are no concerns or conflicts, according to The Mountaineers Outdoor Ethics Policy. Please review our Group Size & Multiple Bookings page for guidance.

Permits

• The Mountaineers has a commercial use permit with Washington State Parks for all free and fee-based outings at state parks. Leaders should carry a print or digital copy of our commercial use permit to show rangers they may encounter.

• Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
• Seasons: Year-round
• Weather: View weather forecast

• Difficulty: Easy
• Length: 4.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 450 ft
• High Point: 425 ft

• Land Manager: Flaming Geyser State Park
• Parking Permit Required: Discover Pass
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 24