Acknowledgments

First I would like to extend my appreciation to all who advocate for sensible land management and the conservation of public lands and wild habitats. Without their work, few places such as the ones included in this guidebook would be set aside for the rest of us to enjoy.

I would like to thank the land management agencies responsible for the trails included in this guidebook for their cooperation and assistance: Seattle Parks and Recreation, King County Parks, Washington State Parks, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, USDA Forest Service, and University of Washington.

My sincere appreciation goes out to my editor, Scott Adams, and the outstanding team at The Globe Pequot Press for their guidance and clarity in helping me shape this guidebook.

Lastly, I am grateful to Robert Pruett, Roger Ward, and Dana Price, my dear friends and hiking companions, who know how to appreciate an easy day hike better than anyone. Without them, researching this book would have required many lonely hours on the trail.