What are the current conditions of the trail regarding overgrowth?

The trail is noted as being a bit overgrown towards the end between the south and north summits as of [September 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-05.132632512464). Another report from [August 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-05.102634410873) specifically mentions the section of the trail to the South Tiger Summit trail being overgrown in spots and needing TLC.

Are there any significant obstacles or hazards on the trail?

No significant obstacles were reported. One report from [August 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-05.102634410873) mentions minor obstacles posing few problems, and another from [July 19](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-26.193913498394) also describes minor obstacles posing few problems.

What is the status of the road access to the trailhead?

The road to the trailhead is reported as suitable for all vehicles as of [September 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-05.132632512464), [August 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-05.102634410873), and July 19.

Have there been any recent reports on bug activity?

No bugs were reported bothering hikers as of [September 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-05.132632512464) and [August 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-05.102634410873). One report from July 19 also states no bugs were present.

South Tiger Traverse

Issaquah Alps

updated 2 weeks ago

The South Tiger Traverse is currently in good condition, with no significant obstacles reported. The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles as of September 5. Overgrown vegetation is noted in certain sections, particularly between the south and north summits, and between the powerlines and the South Tiger Summit trail, requiring attention and TLC as of September 5 and August 5. Wild berries are abundant and delicious along the trail, especially as of September 5. Hikers can expect few people on the trail, making for a more solitary experience.

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What hikers ask about South Tiger Traverse

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The trail is noted as being a bit overgrown towards the end between the south and north summits as of September 5. Another report from August 5 specifically mentions the section of the trail to the South Tiger Summit trail being overgrown in spots and needing TLC.