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May Valley Loop
Issaquah Alps
updated 1 week ago
The May Valley Loop on Squak Mountain is currently in good condition, with no snow reported as of October 31. The roads are suitable for all vehicles, and bugs are not an issue according to recent reports. While most obstacles have been cleared, some fallen trees may require attention, and the trail can narrow in sections, particularly on the Bullitt Gorge Trail. The eastern half of the loop still has significant nettle growth, making long pants and hiking poles advisable. Fall colors were still visible in places on October 31.
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A sign at the trailhead indicated a closure, but it pertains to the East Ridge Trail on the other side of the mountain and does not impact the May Valley Loop or trails on this side of Squak Mountain as of October 31.
Most fallen trees blocking the path have been cleared, though one may create a low canopy. The western half of the loop was noted as quite overgrown in mid-August.
Nettles were a significant issue on the eastern half of the loop in mid-August, and long pants are recommended. Distant gun noise from a local club was very light as of October 31.
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Recent1 week ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
At the trailhead there's a sign indicating a trail closure however the closure is on the other side of the mountain by the East Ridge Trail and does not impact the May Valley Trail or any of the trail...
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
This was my first time hiking up from the May Valley trial head to get to Squak Mountain Central Peak. There were many reviews (on Google Maps) complaining about the trail being blocked, trees down, e...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
I did the full May Valley loop yesterday, going clockwise. The last time I did this hike (late Spring) there were so many nettles I was covered in nettle stings! I was hoping that by going in mid-Augu...
Older3 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
This was a pleasant day hike. I was surprised when we got to the trailhead at 8:30 on Sunday and the parking lot was almost empty. We saw a few hikers and trail runners during our hike, but it was nev...
Older5 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
Good workout of about 5 miles on Squak Mountain today... not many people out and enjoyed a pretty secluded part of the trail to myself. Last time I was here, I missed the right turn to continue on the...
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
We hiked to Debbie's View from the May Valley TH. It's a nice alternative to Margaret's Way.7.2 mi 1500 ft
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
We were surprised by how quiet this nice trail was on a partly-sunny Sunday. Parking lot and bathroom were in great shape (no problems with the latch as experienced by an earlier trip reporter!)I fin...
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
Hiked a version of the May Valley Loop. Muddy from recent rains and lots of fallen branches and small trees on some sections of the trail. None are impossible to cross, but made for more difficult hik...
Older8 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
The parking lot was quite full for it being a drizzly day, but there was still plenty of parking. The trail was a bit muddy, but nothing impassible. One little blowdown on the Pretzel Tree loop
Older8 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
This is a lovely, mellow trail...perfect for my senior dog. The morning was quite chilly and conditions were just right for finding hair ice in the first 1/4 mile. There are numerous connecting trails...