🏔️ Mount Teneriffe: A Mountain Adventure Without the Drive!

🌲 Forests • ⛰️ 4,110 ft Climb • 🏔️ Summit Views • 🚌 Trailhead Direct

Looking for a challenging Saturday adventure without having to worry about driving, traffic, or parking?
Join us for a Trailhead Direct adventure to Mount Teneriffe, one of the rewarding summit hikes in the Snoqualmie Valley!
We'll take the bus from Seattle directly to the trailhead, spend the day climbing through beautiful Pacific Northwest forests, tackle the steep upper section, and finish with panoramic mountain views from the summit.
And the best part? No driving required! 🚌🌲

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## 🚌 Our Adventure Starts in Seattle

📍 Meeting Point: E John St & Broadway E – Bay 2
🕘 Bus Departure: 9:40 AM
🏔️ Trailhead Arrival: 10:45 AM
🚌 Return Bus: 6:35 PM
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. The bus will depart at 9:40 AM and we cannot hold the group for late arrivals.
We'll use the ride to relax, chat, meet fellow hikers, and let someone else handle the drive.
You can board the bus at another stop if it is closer to you.

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# 🥾 The Hike

Mount Teneriffe via Mount Teneriffe Trailhead
📏 10.2 miles round trip
⬆️ 4,110 ft elevation gain
🔥 Difficulty: Challenging
This is a hike where you definitely earn the summit.
The route begins with a relatively gentle climb through second- and third-growth forest before gradually becoming steeper. As we gain elevation, the trail transitions into long switchbacks and increasingly rugged terrain.
The final portion brings us onto narrower trail and rocky terrain before a short rocky scramble to the summit.
The reward?
360° mountain views. 🏔️
From the summit, we can look across the Snoqualmie Valley toward surrounding Cascade peaks, with the possibility of seeing Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, Glacier Peak, and nearby mountains on a clear day.

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## 🌲 What Makes Teneriffe Special?

This hike isn't simply about reaching a viewpoint.
Along the way, we'll experience several different landscapes:
🌲 Dense Pacific Northwest forest
🌿 Forest meadows and open sections
⛰️ Long, sustained switchbacks
🪨 Rocky upper-mountain terrain
🏔️ Panoramic Cascade views
📸 Plenty of opportunities for photos
There's also a signed side trail toward Teneriffe Falls.
💦 Waterfall note: Teneriffe Falls is highly seasonal. It can be spectacular when water levels are high, particularly in spring, but during the summer it may be very low or even dry. Recent July 2026 reports have indicated dry conditions, so we're not counting on the waterfall being flowing.
The summit is the main objective of this adventure.

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# 💪 This One Is a Workout!

With 4,110 feet of elevation gain over 10.2 miles, this is not a casual nature walk.
Expect:
✔️ Sustained uphill climbing
✔️ Long switchbacks
✔️ Steeper sections toward the summit
✔️ Rocky terrain
✔️ A short summit scramble
✔️ A full day outdoors
If you're looking for a hike where you can challenge yourself, get a great workout, and finish the day with a well-earned mountain summit, this one is for you.

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# 🎒 What to Bring

Please come prepared for a challenging mountain hike:

• 💧 2–3+ liters of water
• 🥪 Lunch
• 🍎 Trail snacks
• 🥾 Hiking shoes/boots with good traction
• 🦯 Trekking poles — strongly recommended
• 🧥 Layers
• 🌧️ Rain jacket
• 🧢 Hat & sunglasses
• 🧴 Sunscreen
• 🦟 Bug protection
• 🔋 Phone/power bank
• 📸 Camera

Mountain conditions can be very different from Seattle, so dress for changing weather.

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# 🌄 The Goal

We'll arrive at the trailhead around 10:45 AM, begin our climb, and work our way toward the summit.
After reaching the top, we'll take some time to enjoy the views, have lunch/snacks, take photos, and appreciate the fact that we just climbed 4,110 feet. 😄
Then we'll make our way back down to the trailhead in time for the 6:35 PM Trailhead Direct bus back toward Seattle.
No parking stress.
No mountain driving.
Just you, the trail, and the Cascades. 🚌🥾🏔️

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## ⚠️ Important: Know Before You RSVP

This hike is best suited for people who are comfortable hiking 10+ miles with significant elevation gain.
Please consider your fitness level, hiking experience, and ability to complete the hike within the available time window before RSVPing.
The summit includes rocky terrain and a short scramble. Conditions can change depending on weather.

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## ⚠️ Disclaimer

By RSVPing and attending, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety. Know your physical limits, come prepared, and help us make this a fun and safe adventure for everyone.
Trail Information:
Washington Trails Association – Mount Teneriffe
AllTrails – Mount Teneriffe