Seventeen switchbacks after the climbing starts on the East Ridge Trail on Squak Mtn. we will stop and decide whether to go left or right on a loop of the East Side and Phil’s Creek trails, then return back down the East Ridge and Squak Mtn. Access trails. Along the way we’ll talk about the land conservation and trails projects that IATC is advocating for and discuss how you can get involved. This hike will be a good workout for some, but fun and with great forest hiking along the way.

Trailhead address: 1062 Sunrise PL SW Issaquah, WA 98027
Note: There is no parking lot at this trailhead. You will be parking on the side of Sunrise Place SW.

Distance: ~7 miles
Ascent: ~1,200 feet
Duration: 3 hours