Loop · Point Defiance Park
Outside Loop Trail
4.2 mi loop495 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.
Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance4.2 miFull loop
Elevation gain495 ftTotal climb
High point393 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Outside Loop Trail is a 4.2-mile loop starting from Parking area. The route follows Outside Loop Trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.
Getting there
The hike starts at Parking area. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.