CHS Alumni Hike - Rattlesnake Mountain (East)

Hike to the summit of Rattlesnake Mountain (East) via Rattlesnake Ledge trail.  This trail is new to me and I plan to stop at all the viewpoints on the ascent.  Rest, food & drinks at the summit before heading back down.

I'm not expecting any snow; however, bring microspikes just in case.

WTA: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/east-peak-rattlesnake-trail

Route: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=15.0/-121.7783/47.4359&pubLink=nHvdR9O90tHKAYFuY8lAJ09d&routeId=614f4293-59c9-4dea-9752-facbf16ed5d2

The posted distance and elevation gain are from Gaia and CalTopo.  However, the Mountaineers list the hike as 11.0 miles and 2,200 elevation gain.  So we may do more miles and less gain.

Optional post-hike lunch at South Fork in North Bend (on the road back to I-90!).

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6v4CxykYTKUhkngg7 

Rattlesnake Ledge Trailhead at 8:00am and be ready to hike at 8:15am

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eDPCuD7JuVn1Y4Lc6

Car pool from Tibbetts Valley Park and Ride in Issaquah at 7:30am.

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9vzaCwQEbTQq1v8J7