South Tiger Mountain Loop

Next Friday is looking like decent weather. Mae led this hike last year. This hike features a variety of terrain and near and far vistas, including massive old-growth stumps and views of Mount Rainier.
WHERE to MEET
There is no trailhead lot for this hike. Let's meet by the sign "School Bus Stop Ahead," mentioned below in the driving directions copied from WTA:
From I-90 in Issaquah, take Exit 17 (Front Street) and head south on Front Street through the town. At the south end of town, Front Street changes names to Issaquah-Hobart Road. At 8.5 miles from I-90, just before the Highway 18 overpass, turn left onto Tiger Mountain Road SE. Proceed 0.2 miles and look for places to park along the left shoulder of the road. There is no official trailhead parking so that's your only option.

You may find it easier to continue on 0.15 miles to SE 175th Place, make a U-turn, and come back to park on the shoulder. The shoulder is highway right-of-way, and you do not have to display a Discover Pass to park there. Your hike begins on the TMT, a few feet south of the sign that reads "School Bus Stop Ahead."

Pouring rain and we will cancel. Light rain or drizzle, let's go.

Let's meet by around 9:45 a.m. and be ready to hike by about 10 a.m.
Length: 8.6 miles
Elevation gain: 1,550 feet
Highest point: 2,028
Pass: None
Privy: None
WTA Link: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/south-tiger-mountain-loop

As usual, if you're not feeling well, please stay home.