What is the current condition of the East Ridge Trail regarding blowdowns or obstacles?

The East Ridge Trail is reported to be in good condition with very few obstacles as of [April 10](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-04-12.100507952921). There are a couple of 'duck-unders' that are considered trail features. Other reports from [April 12](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-04-12.230754740164) and January 5 mention that most major downed trees from the November 2024 bomb cyclone have been cleared, though some minor blowdowns may still be present.

What are the parking situations like for accessing the East Ridge Trail?

Parking can be somewhat limited and intimate in neighborhood settings, as noted on [November 15](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2025-11-16.062324216122) near SE Crystal Creek Circle. This report suggests that using the Squak Mountain Access Trail from Sunrise Place SW may offer more open street parking, although it adds a bit more mileage to the hike.

What are the trail conditions like after recent rain?

After recent rain, the trails can be a tad muddy and slippery, particularly on steeper sections. This was noted on [April 12](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-04-12.230754740164) and more extensively on [February 7](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-07.172616956455) and January 5, though the mud was not considered too bad on January 5.

Are there any significant trail closures or reroutes due to the bomb cyclone damage?

The reports indicate that while the November 2024 bomb cyclone caused significant damage, trail workers have accomplished a great deal in clearing the trails. As of [April 10](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-04-12.100507952921), the East Ridge Trail is in perfect condition up to the intersection with the trail to the Southeast Peak, and there are only a few non-blocking trees beyond that point.

East Ridge Trail

Issaquah Alps

updated 5 months ago

The East Ridge Trail is generally clear of significant obstacles, with only minor blowdowns reported as of April 10 and January 5. Some downed trees from a November 2024 "bomb cyclone" have been cleared by trail workers, though the damage is still a notable feature of the trail, especially on the east face. The trail is mostly dry, with some reports of mud and slipperiness on steeper sections after rain, February 7, and January 5. Parking can be intimate in some neighborhood access points, with November 15 suggesting alternative access points for more open street parking.

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What hikers ask about East Ridge Trail

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The East Ridge Trail is reported to be in good condition with very few obstacles as of April 10. There are a couple of 'duck-unders' that are considered trail features. Other reports from April 12 and January 5 mention that most major downed trees from the November 2024 bomb cyclone have been cleared, though some minor blowdowns may still be present.