In A Nutshell: -Lime Kiln Trail is well maintained (by Eagle Scouts). -If you want a really serene, quiet less traveled trail that encompasses authentic Evergreen State beauty, then this is it. -I encountered no one, which is always great. -Make sure you go early in the morning in weather that most people will avoid. -You will see lot's of moss-covered trees, ferns & slow moving pools of water. Overall, this is an ideal trail that introverts will love. read more

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I just wanted a quick Sunday hike and this hike came up. It is a medium length hike at around 8 miles round trip. The trail is very well marked which is always a good thing if you have not been on this hike. The elevation is not bad but there is some up and down throughout the hike. This is a hike that is suitable to young kids since the paths are with some single track, some wide paths and not any dangerous obstacles. There are a couple muddy areas and I think the Winter and early Spring would make this hike rather mucky and a bit more challenging. The rewards along the way are precious with beautiful views of the river, mountains and moss filled trees and not to mention the lime kiln towards the end of the hike. If you are looking for a fun hike that is moderately challenging this is a great Summer/Fall and probably Winter/Spring a little more wet and muddy. read more

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It's a good walk, lots of up and downs along the trail to give great exercise along the walk.

Came on Monday of July 4th weekend around 10AM, parking lot was pretty full but there was still space. There's a map at the beginning, trail was pretty clear, intersections have good signage. Hike was surrounded by trees, didn't see much aside from the line kiln and the river at the end. Not too many people, not very steep, a good stroll. read more

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Beautiful average skill hike. Definitely worth the trip. A bit of history with your outdoor experience

My boyfriend and I did this hike together. Its pretty long so i wouldn't say its an easy hike. it is a good workout, though. the trail gets kinda narrow and overgrown the further you go, and the terrain is pretty rocky for a lot of it. theres a lot of roots to trip on and fallen trees to climb over. we saw lots of nice trees and mushrooms, the lime kiln is also interesting to look at. at the end theres a beautiful running river on big dark rocks. there was also plenty of rocks on shore to climb on if you want a better view. the parking lot has a lot of pot holes as well. i didn't really like it enough to want to go again, but that doesn't mean you wont! id definitely give it a try. read more

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Be careful on this trail lots of folk saying there is people homeless living up there that try to get violent and verbally abusive with hikers they may have dealt with it by now but i dont hike this trail anymore but i do hike the other side of it up the mountain loop its the train tunnels accross the street from green mountain its a much better hikelots of people always on it lime kiln is a dark gloomy hike through the woods read more

It is a lovely hike with some interesting artifacts along the way. It is a well maintained trail for the most part, but there were a few "bridges" that felt a little sketchy. We went on a warm day, which was fine but it did get muggy. Not a ton of people on the trail which was nice. The river was a nice spot to sit and have a snack and cool off. It is a long hike, but not overly challenging by any means. The drive up there gets a little confusing towards the end, but if you follow your maps you should be fine. read more

Lime Kiln Trail - Photo taken at the river. - Hiking Near Me

This is a well-maintained trail up in the Granite Falls area. This is a fairly easy hike with little elevation gain and would be great for people of all hiking abilities. It's 7 miles round trip if you continue to the end of the trail at the South Fork Stillaguamish River (this is a nice spot to enjoy lunch). You'll reach the lime kiln at just under three miles and it is really fun to explore it and look at all the artifacts left behind. They are scattered all along the trail (mainly between the 2.5 and 3 mile marks) so keep an eye out! This is a fascinating way to learn about the history of this area. I would recommend wearing pants instead of shorts because there were nettles growing very close to the trail. Dogs are allowed on leashes. This would be a great hike for those overcast days where you wouldn't be able to see big views from other hiking locations. read more

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It's a easy trail. But everything you want in a hike. Took my son when he was little. Lots of stuff to see you end up at a river

My boyfriend and I hiked the Lime Kiln Trail yesterday for our Valentine's Day celebration. We had a blast! The hike itself is pretty easy - very little elevation gain. It is an out-and-back hike of 7.0 miles round trip. We did the route in about 3.5 hours, which included many stops to take pictures. It is a fantastic rainy day hike because of the mossy trees. So much gorgeous green color! There are so many awesome things to look at as you go. There are fantastic views of the South Fork Stillaguamish River and, of course, the main attraction: a lime kiln abandoned in 1934. The kiln was used to make powdered lime, which was then transported by the Everett and Monte Cristo Railway to smelters in Everett. There is also a hodgepodge of old saw blades, bricks (many stamped with dates), stove parts, bottles, dishes, etc that are much fun to explore. (Please leave them where they are so others can enjoy in the future!) I should note that this is likely a great hike for kids because of the very small elevation gain. I highly recommend this hike - we had a really great time. read more

An old timber logging route, where limestone was processed from (you guessed it) , an old kiln from 1893. What's neat are plenty of logging relics, pots and pans, various steel scrape metal, etc. Maybe not the most beautiful trail I've ever seen, but the what I enjoyed most was the historical aspect of the trail. At the trailhead, read the information boards to get the most of your visit. Please visit the website for much more detailed info. read more

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A muggy afternoon couldn't keep me, my dad and sister from hiking the Lime Kiln trail. The trail itself was lush with forest and mossy things, it looked prehistoric at times like a scene out of Jurassic Park! We found metal artifacts in the woods and the old kiln, plus I had my first salmonberry. (It's helpful to have a father who used to work in forestry, so you know, we don't eat poison.) The trail ended at the South Fork of the Stillaguamish River, which was a refreshing place to rest, soak our feet, and convince pops to take awkward selfies with us. read more

Wonderful trail filled with beautiful views ranging from waterfalls to the raging river. The trail starts off easy and gets progressively difficult. There are quite a few narrow trail sections that run near steep terrain - definite need for hiking boots. Total trail length estimated at a little over 6-miles. a definite must-see for anyone with a passion for historical sites! read more

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Easy 8 mile (give or take) trail. Well worth the extra mile to go to the river. Little muddy with the rain but not terrible. Beautiful left at 9:30am and didn't see anyone until the hike back. Nice! read more

Lime Kiln Trail - Beautiful 8 miles. Easy trail, little muddy with the rain today but well worth it. - Hiking Near Me

Beautiful historic trail. At the start of the trailhead there is a bulletin board with the history of the area with pictures. The trail itself is full of scenic beauty, from moss covered trees, waterfalls, mushrooms, river views, not to mention the historic kiln. read more

This is a beautiful trail with a lot of great foliage to enjoy. Be aware that if there has been any rainfall before you head out there are parts of the trail that can be fairly slippery and steep so wear shoes with good traction! read more

Moderate -- NOT easy. My GPS (Gaia, on iPhone 5) shows an ascent of 1,075' and a descent of 1,085' over the 5.5 miles from the trailhead to the kiln. Much of the trail was muddy (2/15/13), and there were several narrow, slippery logs that required crossing. A great trail, but not one suitable for the elderly, infirm or badly out of shape. read more

I've done this hike twice and love it. It's a pretty easy 7 miles round trip with some relics at the kiln area. Nice history trip for the kids (one of many in the area). I didn't know it was "haunted" abs u funny usually believe much of that stuff but yesterday at one point my dog cowered down like she saw or heard something that scared her. The other dog didn't seem to notice. I looked for wildlife or stray humans but saw nothing. We proceeded on and it was after I got home that friend's asked if I got spooked..well I guess Bella did! Ooohh! read more

Other reviewers are on the money describing this place I think. My wife believes this is a 5-star hike, and she has some great points: parts of it are as beautiful as anywhere else; the lime kiln is neat (except for the bio-waste someone left); and it feels remarkably "wild" for being 30 minutes from downtown Everett. But we went on a gorgeous 60-degree Thursday morning and took all the right snacks. In other words, we may have had as good an experience as is possible here. So, to account for subjectivity I'm awarding 4 stars. read more

Nice hike, gotta watch out for the stinging nettles...they are not your friends. If your the tad bit afraid of snakes, then well, (i saw 5). Lots of artifacts to view, but you have to make sure that you don't mess with them because they are protected by law. Look but no touch, that way others can appreciate them in the years to come. The Kiln is a must see but venture a bit further to the end of the trail. The upper portion is, well.....bla. But at least you will be able to say that you were at the end. The loop (near the end) is well worth the adventure. You will descend to the rivers edge and be surround by nothing but forest and beautiful waters. This is the perfect spot to have lunch and admire the beauty. Even tho the water in this area is fairly calm in most spots, DO NOT get in. There are swift currents that will carry you away (forever). Once loop is completed, retrace your steps and wave to the Lime Kiln on the way out. read more

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Great hike! We did not see big foot but I had a paranormal experience. The kiln is supposed to be haunted and I definitely think it is. My cell phone started going crazy just as I was approaching the kiln - never happened before and hasn't since. The hike itself was easy and beautiful. read more

Car window broke out and cell phones taken. Police told us that cars broken into is a regular occurance at this trailhead. Leave your car unlocked and take your valuables with you if you do this hike. Beautiful hike but will cost us a lot to replace our window and phones. read more