Trip
Day Hike - Squak Mountain: May Valley Access
Trip initially open to Winter Hiking Series students. Trip will open for registration to all Mountaineers 7 to 10 days prior to the hike date.
- Sun, Jan 11, 2026
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate/Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 6.6 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft
- Pace: 1.8-2.3 mph
- FULL, 3 on waitlist (6 capacity)
- 1 (2 capacity)
- Wed, Jan 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Sun, Jan 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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***Trip initially open to Winter Hiking Series students. Trip will open for registration to all Mountaineers 7 to 10 days prior to the hike date.***
The pace is listed as 1.8-2.3 mph, but we will adjust to trail/snow conditions and a pace that allows conversations. Should the weather and or trail conditions work against us, we will discuss and agree to alternatives as a group. Other than personal bio-breaks, we will stay together as a group within speaking distance of one another. Our plan would be to spend no more than 15-20 min. at the objective, rest, and enjoy a snack, prior to returning.
Meet at the May Valley Trailhead at 7:45 AM for a brief meet and greet, depart by 8:00 AM sharp. Discover Pass required.
Required Equipment
***MICROSPIKES***
- Navigation
- Headlamp
- Sun protection
- First aid
- Knife
- Fire
- Shelter
- Extra food
- Extra water
- Extra clothes
- Micro-spikes
- Trekking poles (recommended)
- Gaiters (recommended)