Trip Report
Day Hike - Poo Poo Point via High School Trail
A wonderful early winter hike from a less congested starting point.
Will Tooker
- Sun, Nov 9, 2025
- Day Hike - Poo Poo Point via High School Trail
- Poo Poo Point via High School Trail
- Day Hiking
- Successful
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- Road suitable for all vehicles
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Parking lot and trail were clear of all obstructions. The road in front of the Sportsman's Club, had several potholes, but the parking area was free and clear.
Our group of seven met at the meet up point at 7:45 AM for an 8:00 AM departure on a lovely early winter Sunday morning. Forecast was for partly cloudy with a highs in the upper 60's. This is a popular trail, with it's proximity to the urban jungle of Issaquah, and the main parking lot typically fills up quite quickly on weekend's. The "High School" trail is a great alternative.
The trail itself was beautifully covered with all the fallen leaves in various shades of greens, oranges, and reds. With the canopy above opening up, with the leaves falling, sunlight occasionally spilled through, to create a wonderful fall-like day.
Had a great group of both familiar and new faces on this hike. We made the summit in no time with a wonderful view of Issaquah and Bellevue.
A great trail and hike. Final trip stats: 7.3 miles, 3h 47m, with 1,783' of elevation gain.