What are the current visibility conditions at Poo Poo Point?

Visibility at the top has been hazy due to wildfire smoke, obscuring views of the surrounding landscape as of [August 26](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-27.070031397041) and [August 13](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-13.145124061690). The smoke was significant enough to create a 'sea of white' in the clouds on August 29 due to rain.

Are there any significant trail obstructions?

There are a couple of fallen trees on the trail that are easy to step over. Brush is also starting to overgrow in a few areas as of [August 26](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-27.070031397041).

What is the road access and parking situation?

The road is suitable for all vehicles, and parking is generally easy, particularly when Issaquah High School is not in session, as noted on [August 13](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-13.145124061690).

Have there been any reports of wildlife or other notable sights?

Hang gliders were active on [August 22](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-10.184628024461). Banana slugs and various bird and squirrel chatter were observed on [August 13](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-13.145124061690).

Poo Poo Point

Issaquah Alps

updated 3 weeks ago

The trail to Poo Poo Point is in good condition, with no snow reported. However, visibility at the summit has been affected by wildfire smoke, obscuring the usual views as of August 26 and August 13. There are minor obstructions, including a couple of fallen trees that are easy to step over, as noted on August 29 and August 26. Brush is starting to overgrow in a few spots. Parking is generally easy, especially if Issaquah High School is not in session, as mentioned on August 13.

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Visibility at the top has been hazy due to wildfire smoke, obscuring views of the surrounding landscape as of August 26 and August 13. The smoke was significant enough to create a 'sea of white' in the clouds on August 29 due to rain.