About us
Hike the PNW, Enjoy finding new hikes and re-discovering old favorites.
Upcoming events
3
Stiletto Lookout, Peak and Lake
Green Lake Park & Ride, 6601 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115, USA, Seattle, WA, USEvent is cross-posted on multiple groups, availability will be determined by number of drivers.
Trail:
aim for true summit of Stiletto Peak, we will either do it as out and back or as a loop via Twisp pass (will decide based on people who join). Option to do Jackknife peak too.Stats:
12-15miles with ~5200ft gain
class 2-3 scrambling on loose terrainRequired:
helmet, headlamp
we can discuss and arrange carpools if necessary on our discord:
https://discord.gg/EwbJQ9QN3 attendees
Indian Bar | Fall Hike at Mount Rainier
Box Canyon Trailhead, Stevens Canyon Road, Packwood, WA, USIndian Bar – Autumn Edition
October sharpens the senses. Colors burn brighter and there is that unmistakable autumn perfume in the air - a heady brew of earth, musk and aging vegetation. The plan is to hike to the famed valley of Indian Bar - a hidden gem in the Mount Rainier wilderness, where waterfalls sing and valleys glow.This valley is home to the historic Indian Bar shelter - a stone refuge that feels conjured from myth. This shelter is an enduring monument to the Cowlitz Indians who once moved through these lands. To rest here is to touch something timeless. Fall paints the landscape in fire and gold, a fleeting masterpiece before the snows erase the canvas.
Route
We will follow the Wonderland Trail beginning in the hush of old‑growth forest where moss‑draped giants and the soft murmur of Nickel Creek set a meditative tone. The climb toward Cowlitz Divide ignites into reds, oranges, and golds shimmering in the morning sun. At 5,930 feet the Divide opens to sweeping views of Rainier, Adams, and Saint Helens before the trail drops into the hidden valley of Indian Bar.The descent into Indian Bar is like entering a cathedral of color and light, where every leaf is a stained-glass window. The trail leads to the thundering Wauhaukaupauken Falls where the river flows through a deep, mossy-slick, narrow gorge. Pack a lunch and snacks—Indian Bar is the perfect place to pause, breathe, and take in the valley’s quiet grandeur! After some well-earned rest at the shelter we will retrace our path back to the trailhead.
Hike Data
Length: 16 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 5,600 Feet
Difficulty: Hard
WTA | Elevation Profile | WeatherSchedule
0700 Arrive at trailhead
0730 Boots on trail
1200 Indian Bar Valley - lunch + rest
1730 Return to trailhead, tired but transformed
Estimated Hiking Time: 10 hours. Moderate Pace.Meetup Location
Box Canyon - Wonderland Trail Trailhead
Stevens Canyon Road
Packwood, WA 98361
GPS: 46.76570, -121.63467Logistics
We will meet at the trailhead at the scheduled time. Use the Meetup Event Chat to coordinate carpools if needed. Drivers must have a National Park Pass or an America the Beautiful Pass to enter Mount Rainier National Park. The road to the trailhead is fully paved and suitable for any vehicle.The weather forecast for Sunday, Oct 18 at this location is clear and sunny with a high of 39°F. Dress in layers and carry the 10 Essentials.
Disclaimer
The host is not a guide. By choosing to participate, you acknowledge the inherent risks of wilderness travel and accept full responsibility for your safety, decisions, and preparedness. You agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the host from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from injury, loss, or damage incurred during this activity.Click here to Direct Message the Event Host with any questions.
2 attendees
Trap Lake - Alpine Lakes!
Wilburton Park and Ride, 720 114th Avenue Southeast, Bellevue, WA, USThis Sunday we'll hike out and back to Trap Lake, starting from Tunnel Creek Trailhead near Skykomish.
As we hike along the trail we'll pass Hope Lake, and continue our ascent along the Pacific Crest Trail, before descending into the bowl ("trap") where our destination lives. After breaking for lunch we'll come back along the way we came.
We will see deep forest, alpine lakes, fall colors, and seasonal mushrooms.
We'll be making friends, staying fit, being polite and having fun!
We will first meet at Wilburton Park and Ride. Carpooling from there is encouraged but you are also welcome to meet us at Tunnel Creek Trailhead (47.713, -121.108).
Hike Info
Difficulty: Hard
Length: ~10 miles
Elevation Gain: ~2700 feet
Highest Elevation: ~5400 feet
Location: Near Stevens PassParking/Entrance Permit
NoneAttendance
We try to keep our group size to around a dozen as a courtesy to other hikers on the trail, and to reduce crowds and cars in the parking lot. The Going list may have a larger number to accommodate no-shows.Folks on the Wait list may not attend until they are moved to the Going list. If folks drop from the Going list, the host will add more people from the Wait list.
Carpooling
We will limit total attendees while drivers are selected from the Wait list. Drivers will be placed first as Going, and then we will fill with passengers as space allows, so everyone who comes to the P&R has a ride to the trail.Riders MUST reimburse drivers for gas. Reimburse a minimum of $40 if one passenger, $20 for two passengers, and $15 for three passengers. Cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
What to Bring
Athletic clothing & rain gear
Swimsuit (if you want to swim)
Hiking shoes/boots
Water, snacks & lunch
Sun protection
Bug spray
Ten hiking essentialsSchedule
7am: Meet at Wilburton P&R (OK to bring morning coffee and breakfast)
7:10am: Leave P&R
-> Stop at Sultan Bakery for coffee, food, restroom, etc. (optional)
~9am: Arrive at trailhead
~6-7 hours of hiking with stops for food, photos
-4pm: Back at trailhead
-> Stop for food on the way back (optional)
~6pm: Arrive back at Wilburton P&R (later if stopping)Links
AllTrails
WTA
AirNow Fire and Smoke MapAttendees: Be sure to update your status if things change so others can attend.
Disclaimer: When you RSVP and attend this hike, you are accepting that you are fully aware that you are responsible for your own safety. You agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the hike host from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from any injury or damage. Always be aware of your own physical abilities and go on this hike prepared.
16 attendees
Past events
153
