Field trip: GoHike: Beginner Hiking Course
June Hikes: 3.5 to 6 miles, 400 to 1,500 feet gain - West Tiger Mountain No. 3
In the eastern lowlands of West Tiger 3 sits Murat Bridge, the centerpiece of this quiet loop. This 220-foot steel span floats above High Point Creek and was built without cranes or heavy equipment—a beautiful and impressive engineering feat in the middle of the forest. The hike offers a peaceful escape and a good challenge on small, twisting trails that leave the well-worn paths behind. This hike counts toward your June GoHike requirement.
Contacts
- Sun, Jun 15, 2025
- Foothills Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate/Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 5.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,200 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2mph
- 6 (10 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Fri, May 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
- Wed, Jun 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- iCal Google
The first half of the trail as we ascend along Tiger Mountain Trail features a solid climb, offering a good challenge for some. We'll maintain a pace comfortable for the group. We'll pause at Murat Bridge for a short snack break and to enjoy the views before descending down the Lingering Trail. Be sure to bring snacks that are easy to eat while on the move.
Be on the lookout for my “Hello Hiker” email! If you don’t see it, check your junk folder and let me know if it's still missing. I’ll send it out right after registration closes.
We’ll stick together, wait at intersections, and look out for each other. If you have any questions, please reach out.
Arrive at the High Point Trailhead by 7:00am That will give you time to gear up and use the bathrooms. Carpool if you can for this extremely popular trailhead. We’ll gather at 7:15, ready to go, near the Information Sign, just a few feet from the parking lot on the South Side near the handicap parking spots. Overflow parking is on the street.
Coordinates: 47.529663438692594, -121.99526735602298
Required Equipment
Your leader will be sending out a Hello Hiker email in advance of the hike with details about the hike and gear.