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.
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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.
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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.
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In the final chapter of our series documenting the history of the IATC, Doug Simpson discusses more recent changes made to the club including bringing on new leadership, the creation of the club’s most recent mission statement, and new advocacy efforts.
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This edition of the IATC’s history series covers the year 2017 in which the club hired its first Executive Director, explored options to help trailhead parking congestion, and awarded two more scholarships to Issaquah High School students.
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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.
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The new "Green Issaquah" program, announced by the City of Issaquah this week, should consider partnering with all land managers to ensure sufficient noxious weed removal from city lands.
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In our latest installment of a year in the club's history, Chapter 36 (2016) focuses on maintaining the club's legacy as new leadership emerges.
Save Coal Creek is looking for outreach volunteers to table at Red Town Trailhead. See the full description and view the outreach materials.
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IATC has had the honor being an important partner in organizing the Issaquah Community Convening on Climate whose goal is to bring together members of the community to help identify recommendations to the city and community leaders on addressing climate change.
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The Issaquah Alps Trails Club is committed to first and foremost ensuring the health and safety of our members. At a board meeting this week, Issaquah Alps Trails Club leadership came together to decide exactly what that will look like going forward.
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A High Point Creek mudslide in February continues to muddy Issaquah Creek during significant rain events.
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This edition of our recurring series on the history of the IATC focuses on the year 2015, in which Margaret’s way was dedicated, two club leaders were remembered, and 350 people joined in on the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trek.
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The Issaquah Alps Trails Club is advocating for wildlife connectivity and recreational access to be part of engineering criteria for the planned updates to SR-18 between I-90 and Issaquah Hobart Road. Including these considerations as project goals will ensure safe wildlife passage through the area, the development of recreation opportunities at Tiger Summit, and public safety.
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Many of you may be familiar with the popular Mt. Washington Trail located in Ollalie State Park. Washington State Parks has the opportunity to secure access to this trail permanently through the purchase of this last parcel of privately owned land.
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