Rattlesnake Ledge
5 days ago
Fall colors are fading, lake is low
9 this month · 234 reports
Bare Mountain
Snoqualmie Region
updated 1 month ago
The trail to Bare Mountain is currently overgrown in sections, which can lead to getting wet on damp days, as noted on October 11. Recent tree clearing has removed blockages, but hikers should be aware of a slick log crossing. The road to the trailhead is long and rough, with significant washboarding and potholes, and a particularly rough section closer to the trailhead with large, cobbled rocks, making high clearance vehicles recommended. Parking at the trailhead is limited to about 4-7 cars, and there are no facilities. Early fall color was present on September 9, with vine maples and blueberry bushes showing color, though by October 11 the fall colors were past prime, with many mushrooms and fungi of interest.
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The road to the trailhead is long and rough, featuring significant washboarding and potholes. There is a particularly rough section closer to the trailhead with large, cobbled rocks, making high clearance vehicles recommended. While some reports suggest a sedan could make it with careful driving, others strongly advise against it.
The trail is somewhat overgrown in places, which can cause hikers to get wet on damp days. There is a slick log crossing that requires caution. Additionally, the first mile of the trail is very rocky, with old river cobbles making for uncertain footing.
Parking at the trailhead is limited, with space for approximately 4 to 5 cars according to one report, and up to 7 cars in another. There are no facilities available at the trailhead.
Early fall color, including vine maples and blueberry bushes, was noted on September 9. However, by October 11, the fall colors were past their prime. This report did mention a large number of mushrooms and fungi that would interest foragers.
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Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Just a short review since the hiking guide is very accurate and the two prior reports (in Sep.) were also nicely done.The road is long (1 hour) and bumpy. 4x4 or high clearance vehicles are not reall...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
It had been 18 years since I had last hiked the Bare Mtn. Trail. I had read the reports that the last 3 miles to the trailhead on FS Road 57 had some repairs done and was now drive able again after be...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Road/TrailheadThe road is long and bumpy. Took about 45mins after leaving the pavement to reach the th. Make sure you have directions on the roads downloaded because it's a maze and there are a few cr...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Just a quick update to say the road is in pretty good condition, and the previous reports of obstacles have been addressed. We made it all the way to the end of the road without issue in a 4WD truck, ...
Older5 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
The road to the Bare Mountain trailhead is high clearance only right now. There is a large root wad approx. 0.5 miles from the turn off of the North Fork Mainline road. There is a drive around but onl...
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
This is primarily a trip report for Bare Mountain, but I tagged a few other destinations for the overlap.After visiting the area last year, we knew the road was in rough shape and came equipped with w...
Older14 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Hike itslef is not very inspiring, but once at the top the views are awesome. I feel hike is very well worth it.We were the only people hiking that day which was a great treat. Total silence and solit...
Older19 months ago
Snoqualmie Region
Alpine Andy, myself, and a friend of ours got up to Kayak Peak via the Bare Mountain Trail today, on a beautiful clear sunny day!The road up to the Bare Mountain trailhead is in rough shape. About 2 m...
Snoqualmie Region
A write-up to show the rutted portion of the road,2.7 milesfrom the trailhead, soon after Lennox Creek comes into view.ROAD 5700 (North Fork Road)Without photos to compare, not sure if the roadway has...
Older21 months ago
Snoqualmie Region
Beautiful winter day, as Ngie and I made an attempt to get to Canoe Peak from the Bare Mountain trailhead. We made it up to Peak 5314, which is the high point between Bare Mountain and Canoe Peak. Thi...