Field trip: GoHike: Beginner Hiking Course
May Hikes: 3 to 5.5 miles, 300 to 1,250 feet gain - Rattlesnake Mountain (West)
Enjoy a relaxed out-and-back hike to Stan’s Overlook. The trail follows a well‑graded section of the Rattlesnake Mountain Trail, climbing steadily for ~1000 ft through quiet second‑growth forest before opening to a beautiful viewpoint above Snoqualmie Valley. This hike counts toward your monthly required GoHike course May trips.
Contacts
- Tue, May 26, 2026
- Foothills Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults, All Who Qualify
- Moderate, Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 4.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,000 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
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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We'll start at the signed Rattlesnake Mountain Trail near the upper end of the Rattlesnake Lake parking area.
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The trail begins with a gentle grade and quickly settles into a steady uphill climb.
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Footing is generally excellent: wide tread, minimal rocks, and no exposure.
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After about 1.8 miles, the forest begins to open slightly as we approach the overlook.
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A short final rise leads to Stan’s Overlook, where a wooden bench marks the viewpoint.
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We'll stop for brief breaks along the way, as needed, and a longer break at the overlook.
- Then we'll return the way we came for a total of roughly 4 miles
10:00am at the Rattlesnake Mountain Trail parking lot at 10:00am. Those who would like to join me for an optional dynamic yoga warm-up should be there by 9:45.
Restrooms are available at the trailhead. No parking passes are required.
Required Equipment
Please arrive with the 10 Essentials, water, and footwear suitable for wet or muddy sections. Hiking poles are recommended.
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.