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Seattle MAC - Trail Run

Youth activity: Mountaineers Adventure Club

Seattle MAC - Trail Run - Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead

MAC goes trail running! The goal is to run from Sky Country to Wilderness Peak. Join us and claim you were on the first MAC trail run!

Contacts

Matt Davey
Matt Davey
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Moderate
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 6.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,100 ft
  • Pace: 11-13 min/mi
  • 1 (7 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • FULL (3 capacity)
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meet at 10:30am at the Sky Country Trailhead.

No parking pass required.  Honey bucket at the trailhead.

This is the first MAC trail run.  It's a frontcountry trail run and it's open to all MAC members -- bring your enthusiasm!  Prior trail running experience is not required.  We will be flexible on pacing and distance.  We will power hike uphill and run flat and downhill sections.  We will regroup at intersections.

IMPORTANT INFO

  • Trip Sheet: Trip Sheet will be posted within the 2 weeks prior to the trip.
  • Parking: no pass required
  • Weather: weather forecast
  • Cancellation: high winds, significant snow or icy roads will cancel the trip
  • Guests: If spots are still available one week prior to the trip, email Matt to request that a friend or sibling be able to join.
Route/Place

Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead

Roster
Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities for this trip.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses, running-specific gaiters
  • Warm mid-weight layer (e.g. down vest or wool long sleeve)
  • Trail running shoes
  • Micro spikes if there may be snow
  • A small day pack suitable for trail running
  • Bring snacks and water
  • Trail running-adapted ten essentials
Trip Reports