Please be aware: the parking lot at Big Tree Ridge Trailhead will be closed until improvements to the trailhead can be completed. New construction will not take place until the Summer of 2021 and the parking lot will be closed from now until the construction is through.

IATC StaffNovember 20, 2020trail updates

Winter Wise: Recommendations from #RecreateResponsibly to Stay Safe While Hiking This Winter

As safety concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to limit activities indoors, we expect that more people will be out hiking in snowy conditions than in previous years. And while we are excited that so many hikers are out exploring our public lands, winter hiking brings new safety considerations to be aware of. Whether it’s your first time recreating in the winter, or you’re a seasoned pro, now is a good time to start preparing.

Guest UserNovember 18, 2020trail updates

Wilderness on the Metro - Squak Style

Issaquah is blessed with a number of trailheads within walking distance of a bus stop. Here is an example of one such connection to hike the East Ridge Trail of Squak Mountain.

Tom AndersonNovember 14, 2020trail updates, regional trails

Tradition Plateau Swamp Trail Reopens

Good news, swamp fans - the Swamp Trail on the Tradition Plateau of Tiger Mountain has been rebuilt and reopened! The new boardwalk gets you up close to your favorite swamp flora and fauna.

Tom AndersonSeptember 11, 2020trail updates

High Point Creek Mudslide (Redux)

A High Point Creek mudslide in February continues to muddy Issaquah Creek during significant rain events.

Tom AndersonJuly 21, 2020trail updates

A Visit to a Lonely Rock on a Lonely Stretch of Trail

The middle stretch of the Tiger Mountain Trail offers solitude and some interesting geology.

Tom AndersonJune 21, 2020trail updates, regional trails

Tiger Mountain Trail (TMT) Closure Explained

You may have seen the signs on the south side of Tiger Mountain talking about a trail closure as logging begins. In this article, we want to help explain what we have learned, thanks to the help from our friends at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), about the closure and reroutes that are planned that will affect you on the trails.

IATC StaffMay 29, 2020trail updates