Trip
Day Hike - Rattlesnake Mountain (East)
Spring hike up the Rattlesnake Lake trail to East Peak
Contacts
Linda Shewey
Primary Leader
- Wed, Apr 19, 2017
- Foothills Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Singles, Adults, Retired Rovers
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 8.6 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,200 ft
- 1 (11 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at 9:00 am at the trailhead at Rattlesnake Natural Recreation area (no pass needed), or may arrange local carpools with the group.
We will hike from the gate on the North side of the lake, near the parking lot to Rattlesnake ledge and beyond to East Peak. This is a well- maintained, busy trail through the forest with views of the Cedar River watershed, Mount Si, Mount Washington, Rattlesnake Lake and Chester Morse Lake.
Total of 7.6 mi round trip
Bring a lunch and plenty of water.
Route/Place
Rattlesnake Mountain (East)
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USGS Cougar Mtn
Green Trails Rattlesnake Mtn No. 205S - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter
Trip Reports