Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 2 Hike - May Valley Loop (Squak Mountain)
CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph)
Contacts
- Wed, Jun 11, 2025
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 10.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,400 ft
- Pace: 2-3 MPH
- 5 (8 capacity)
- 1 (2 capacity)
- Wed, May 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
- Mon, Jun 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- iCal Google
This Wednesday, June 11th, I will lead a CHS2 hike around Squak Mountain. The total hike is around 10 miles, and 3000 elevation gain over a well-maintained trail. Please email me back to let me know you got this email.
Meeting place and time: Arrive by 6:40, introductions at 6:50 am and ready to hike promptly at 7:00 am. May Valley Loop Trailhead, 13201 Squak Mountain Rd SE, Issaquah.
Drive I-90 east to Exit 15 and turn onto WA 900 (17th Ave NW). You'll be on this road for 4 miles. Note that after a few blocks through Issaquah, the road name changes to Renton-Issaquah Road SE. After four miles, turn left onto SE May Valley Road and drive 2.5 miles to large sign for Squak Mountain State Park on the left.
Trip Description: Starting at the May Valley TH, we'll climb through the lush forest of Bullitt Gorge on the south side of the mountain and head to the fireplace.
Toilet: At trailhead
Pass: Discover Pass
Weather: Be sure to check the weather closer to the date. from NWS, from Mountain-Forecast.com (for Squak Mtn)
Expectations: We will hike as a group, with focus on enjoying the morning and nature together. The lead person must be able to see the sweep person.
Carpooling options: If you would like to join a carpool, please send an email to the roster.
Needed Equipment: Bring snacks. We'll stop for a quick break in the vicinity of Central Peak. Poles are a recommended part of your gear for this hike. And, of course, your 10 Essentials with appropriate clothing layers and an extra pair of socks.
Cancellations: If you need to cancel, please contact me as soon as possible. Any late cancellations within 24 hours please text me at 206-854-8411.
Meeting time: We’ll meet at the trailhead at 6:40 a.m. ready for introductions by 6:50. I have a white Mini Cooper Countryman. Please be prompt so we can start walking no later than 7:00. My hope is that we will be done before noon so you will have the rest of your afternoon to enjoy. :-)
Required Equipment
Ten Essential Systems
- Navigation (map & compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)