
Trip
Day Hike - Teneriffe (Kamikaze) Falls
Join me and my dog Ajax for a birding-focused hike to a beautiful waterfall. This will be at a social, leisurely pace to appreciate birdsong and beauty with several sensory breaks of silence and an extended break at the Falls for photos and a snack. Perfect for introverts or those wanting to soak up Mother Nature's beauty.
- Tue, Mar 18, 2025
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Naturalist, Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Easy
- Mileage: 6.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,300 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2 mph
- FULL, 10 on waitlist (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This trip will focus on safety, fun, and sensory enjoyment. Bring binoculars and the Merlin bird app if you like. Our pace will include sensory breaks of 3-5 minutes to listen for birds, take photos, and enjoy the solitude and stillness, hence the smaller size for this group. We'll still get our heart rates up on the moderate grade to the Falls over switchbacks beyond the first mile, but the goal will be re-creation and taking in the beauty of spring. The hike will happen rain or shine, although high winds (hence danger) will mean rescheduling since it will be impossible to hear birds.
You do NOT need to be a birding expert for this trip, but it would help if you are interested in learning more about them.
I will be driving with my dog and meet everyone at the Teneriffe Trailhead (47.4869, -121.7097) at 7 a.m. when the gates open, ready for introductions at 7:10 a.m. and walking by 7:15. Please coordinate carpooling per Mountaineers guidelines.
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Headlamp
- Sun protection
- First aid
- Knife
- Fire
- Shelter
- Extra food
- Extra water - 2 liters
- Extra clothes particularly rain gear
- Binoculars and Merlin Birding App if you like