Wilderness Peak Loop
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Gunfire from nearby range can be heard constantly
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Far Country
Issaquah Alps
updated 1 month ago
The trails at Far Country (Cougar Mountain) are in good condition, with no snow reported. Recent trip reports from October 07 and September 11 indicate the roads are suitable for all vehicles and bugs are not an issue. However, one report from August 16 notes that Far Country Falls was completely dry. Trail conditions are generally well-maintained, with minor obstacles August 25 posing few problems. Parking is generally available, though it can vary throughout the day.
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As of August 16, the Far Country Falls were completely dry and not even a trickle was observed. There have been no more recent reports on the falls' status.
Trails are generally reported as being in good condition with no snow. As of October 07, the trail was in good condition, and as of August 25, there were only a few blow-downs that posed few problems.
The road has been suitable for all vehicles as of October 07 and September 11. Parking is generally plentiful, though one report from September 11 noted it was the only car at noon, returning to find four cars later.
Bugs have not been a significant problem. Reports from October 07 and September 11 state there were no bugs, and a report from August 25 noted that bugs were not too bad, despite some stagnant water.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older1 month ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
A nice short walk to the Far Country Lookout from the Red Town Trail Head. The walk is mostly level, with some undulations on the Wildside Trail and 3 or 4 switchbacks up to the Far Country Look Out....
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
Great choice when short on time but need a hike with a bit of cardio and soul enriching lovely woods.No fall colorsyet. Arrived Noon to be only car at the plentiful roadside parking area. Sign is smal...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
Total bust. Far Country Falls was totally dry, not even a trickle. Sunday, Aug 16, 2026.Also, the hike is far longer than 0.3 mi, per the description and driving directions to trailhead provided. I es...
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
Beautiful first Monday of April for a morning hike! Started at Red Town TH and made a reverse lollipop of Far Country Falls and Coal Creek Falls.The trails are in excellent condition with only a coupl...
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
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Older8 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
Summary: Waterfalls are running well, early blooms are happening, lots of new bridges, but not near the flooded Wildside boardwalk yet.Looked for something with mileage and less crazy weather for toda...
Older9 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain
I love rainy day hikes to go see waterfalls. Today my friend and I did a 7 mile loop with just over a 1000 ft of elevation to see three waterfalls. We started at the sky country trailhead and headed t...
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1/21/2026 · Longview Peak & Far Country Lookout LoopParking:Parking lot had a few cars, very quiet and seemed pretty clean and maintained.Route:Sky Country Trailhead → Old Man’s Trail → Bypass Trail →...
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Far Country Falls and Coal Creek Falls looking really good today. Trails and ground felt safe despite the saturation and wind, but be vigilant. Here's the loop we did, including the very short 'dange...