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May Hikes: 3 to 5.5 miles, 300 to 1,250 feet gain

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May Hikes: 3 to 5.5 miles, 300 to 1,250 feet gain - Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead

Enjoy a relaxed out-and-back hike from the Sky Country Trailhead on gentle forested traill. The route offers classic Cougar Mountain scenery—second‑growth forest, mossy boulders, and quiet wetlands—without steep climbs or technical terrain. This hike counts toward your monthly required GoHike course May trips.

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Lori Heath
Lori Heath
Primary Leader
  • *Varies*
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 530 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2.0 mph
  • 9 (10 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Fri, Apr 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM
  • Wed, May 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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  • This is an out‑and‑back hike on well‑maintained forest trails with gentle rolling terrain and no long climbs. Expect a mix of wide paths and narrower single‑track sections.

  • We’ll hike at a steady, conversational pace, taking short breaks as needed. This is a great route for building confidence with pacing, footing, and navigating trail junctions.

  • Trails may be muddy after rain, and there are several signed intersections—trekking poles and a printed or downloaded map can be helpful.

  • Please arrive with the 10 Essentials, water, and layers appropriate for changing weather.

You can review the proposed route here: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.9/-122.1028/47.5258&pubLink=uZ7McayfHSlWSkX8tEiW76Rj&routeId=0fc96af2-a35b-44e7-8ca8-c06b3cbb4e06

10:00am at the Sky Country Trailhead. Those who would for an optional dynamic yoga warm-up should be there by 9:45.

Restrooms are available at the trailhead.  No parking passes are required.

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Route/Place

Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead

Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • Sturdy hiking shoes

  • Layers for changing weather

  • Water and a snacks

  • Trekking poles optional but helpful on uneven sections

Be sure to be on the look out for a Hello Hiker email prior to the trip with more details about the hike and gear.

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