Day Hike - Ira Spring Trail

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Day Hike - Ira Spring Trail

At the overlook, splendid views to the south and west reveal prime photo opportunities and glimpses of Mount Rainier on clear days. To North, pretty lakes surrounded by mountain ridges. Join us and feel spring warm and fresh air with Spring scenery.

  • Sat, May 26, 2018
  • Foothills Hiking Committee
  • Day Hiking
  • Intermediate Alpine
  • Adults
  • Moderate/Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.4 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,550 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 4,750 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 mph

We will meet at the Issaquah Transit Center Parking lot, ground floor (Exit 15, I-90),1464 Newport Way NW, Issaquah, WA 98027, dressed and ready to go at 9:00 and get to the trail head at 9:50. Starting our hike at 10:00.

We will be hiking at a 1.5 mile pace.At the top of the trail overlook, we will take a lunch to view the scenery around Snoqualmie area. Most of the trail faces South so there will be plenty of daylight if it is sunny day. It is a pleasant part of this trail. After viewing and having a lunch, we will hike down to the trail head.

 Please bring a plenty of water for protecting from dehydration.

Not required but recommended: trekking poles, rain gear, water proof and sturdy hiking boots to protect your angkles and foots.

Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Route/Place

Ira Spring & Putrid Pete's Peak Trails


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials

  1. Navigation
  2. Sun protection
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination
  5. First aid supplies
  6. Fire
  7. Repair kit and tools, including knife
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter
  11. Sense of fun to get us through a pleasant day
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