Day Hike - May Valley Loop (Squak Mountain)

Starting from the May Valley Trailhead, we will hike to Debbie's View, circle around to the West Peak, then on to the Bullitt Fireplace and to Central Peak. From there take the road back to the trailhead for a total of 6.6 miles.

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May Valley Loop — Washington Trails Association (wta.org)

We will go at a moderate pace (2 mph) with plenty of rest breaks as needed.  Bring lunch/snack and plenty of water and dress in layers.  Hiking poles and waterproof boots are strongly recommended. 

For safety we will all hike as a group so please assess beforehand whether this distance/elevation gain/pace will suit you before registering.

My style:  I am adventurous, curious and love to be "awed" by Nature.  As a leader, I tend to the quieter side and my style is more relaxed.  While I love to hike, I am also willing to make space for picture-taking, flowers, critters, geology, culture and views along the way.   I value the journey as much as the destination and strive to foster hiking as a wholistic experience (body, soul, spirit).

Meet at the May Valley Trailhead (https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/squak-mountain) at 1 pm.  The park is located just south of Issaquah. Exit I-90 at Exit 15 and turning (right or left) southbound on Issaquah-Renton Road, driving 4 miles, then turning left on the May Valley Road and then driving 3 more miles to the Squak Mountain State Park parking lot (21500 May Valley Road) on the left.

Discover Pass needed to park