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Morning: January Winter Conditioning Runs: 5-7 miles - Squak Mountain: May Valley Access

Field trip: Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series

Morning: January Winter Conditioning Runs: 5-7 miles - Squak Mountain: May Valley Access

Winter Trail Running Conditioning Course runs from 5-7 miles. You will need to complete 2 course runs per month over Dec, Jan and Feb to graduate.

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Nataliya Semez
Nataliya Semez
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.6 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,941 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 2,045 ft
  • Pace: avg 3.5 mph
  • 6 (10 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Fri, Dec 15, 2023 at 8:00 AM
  • Sun, Dec 31, 2023 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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On this run, we will see the Bullitt Fireplace and Squak Central Peak. Gaia route HERE.

For a complete description of trail running with the Mountaineers, please consult the Trail Running Standards.

King County Squak Map: https://aqua.kingcounty.gov/gis/web/VMC/recreation/BCT_CougarSquakTiger_brochure.pdf

Full details will be soon after registration closes on Dec 31. In the interim, please contact the leader with any questions at nsemez@gmail.com.

Meet at 6:00 am at Squak Mountain State Park trailhead just off of SE May Valley Road at the south end of the park. Following introductions, description of route and current trail conditions, plan to start running at 6:10 am. Outhouse in parking lot. Discover Pass required.

Directions: The park is located just south of Issaquah. Exit I-90 at Exit 15 and turning southbound on Issaquah-Renton Road, drive 4 miles, then turn left on the May Valley Road.  Drive 2.5 miles to the Squak Mountain State Park parking lot (21500 May Valley Road) on the left.

Route/Place

Squak Mountain: May Valley Access

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities for this course's activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses; running-specific gaiters recommended
  • Warm mid-weight layer (e.g. down vest or wool long sleeve)
  • Trail running shoes
  • A small day pack suitable for trail running
  • Bring snacks and water
  • Trail running-adapted ten essentials
  • Headlamp with spare batteries
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