Poo Poo Point
6 days ago
Colorful falling leaves now, soon to be muted brown
6 this month · 89 reports
Poo Poo Point - Chirico Trail
Issaquah Alps
updated 6 days ago
The Chirico Trail to Poo Poo Point is in good condition with no snow reported as of November 4. Recent reports indicate the road is suitable for all vehicles. Hikers may encounter some agitated bees near the trail edge, as reported on November 4, which was an unusual sighting for the cooler temperatures. The trail itself is described as steep with rock steps for much of the way, and can be dusty. Parking can be competitive, with the lot filling up even on weekdays. There are opportunities to view paragliders launching from Poo Poo Point, offering enjoyable scenery.
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There were reports of agitated bees near the trail edge on November 4. This was noted as an unusual occurrence for the cooler temperatures and may not persist.
The road to the trailhead is reported to be suitable for all vehicles as of October 22. No issues with the road have been noted in recent reports.
Parking can be limited, with the lot filling up even on weekdays by midday. Arriving earlier in the day is recommended to secure a spot.
The trail is described as steep with rock steps for a significant portion of the hike. It can also be dusty, particularly in drier periods, requiring careful footing on steep segments.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh6 days ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Posting this in case it helps someone: today about 20 minutes up the trail, there were several agitated bees at the edge of the trail that had just stung an elderly man walking by. Strange occurrence ...
Recent2 weeks ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Arrived around 1200ish and snagged one of the last parking spots. I was surprised that the lot was so full for a weekday mid-day. I’ve been wanting to hike this trail and glad I had a nice fall day to...
Recent3 weeks ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Solid per usual!
Older1 month ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
The trail was in good condition overall. Unfortunately, there was some litter left behind along the way, including dog poop bags, bottles, and food scraps.It was very foggy today, but the inversion la...
Older1 month ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Got to the trailhead around 6:40 am with about 8 cars in the lot. Hikers started out with headlamps for an early start. I started in early light and fog. Fairly moderate hike up to the top, stopping...
Older1 month ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Thank you to the hiker who returned my wallet to the paraglider school's informal lost and found. Thank you to the neighbor next to the paraglider's school for calling them for me. After 15+ years of ...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Wayfinding tip: the Chirico trail diverges a couple times near the top. Be sure to note which way you traveled from, as there are multiple trails down from Poo Poo Point.Arrived @11am on a Friday - pa...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
I am a novice in Hiking, this being my 3rd!!as I am still new I found it a bit on the difficult side. The Chirico trial which I took was completely steep only just going up. No flats at any point. The...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
I forgot to add pictures in my prior post trip, and could not do them once submitted so posting the fantastic views here!!
Older3 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
We arrived to the trailhead around 11:45 a.m. on a sunny (but a little smoky) Monday. There were about 10 parking spots open, and the portapotty we used was relatively clean with TP, but no hand sanit...