West Tiger 3
2 days ago
Fall color starting to appear
4 this month · 190 reports
Talus Rock Trail
Issaquah Alps
updated 3 weeks ago
Talus Rock Trail requires attention, particularly the section between West Tiger #3 and the rock formations. A downed tree completely blocks the loop around the rocks, requiring a detour. Furthermore, a small washout at the waterfall, where a bridge once stood, has resulted in unofficial, eroded paths. Despite these obstacles, the trail is otherwise free of snow and suitable for all vehicles as of August 30. Mosquitoes were noted to be picking up around the Talus and Nook sections on June 30, but were not considered a significant issue then.
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What hikers ask about Talus Rock Trail
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The bridge that previously crossed the washout at the waterfall has been washed away. Hikers are currently creating unofficial paths to navigate the gap, leading to erosion. This was reported on August 30.
Yes, a tree is down and blocking the loop that circles above the Talus Rocks. It is still connected to the stump and not a simple obstacle to remove. This was noted on August 30.
The road is suitable for all vehicles as of August 30. The Highpoint parking lot was reported as very full on a Sunday morning on August 30.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Beautiful day for a hike. Highpoint parking lot was as full as ever for a Sunday morning. Talus Rock Trail is in need of some work. The area between West Tiger #3 and the rocks themselves is in decent...
Older2 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
West Tiger 3 was in good shape. Lot of ripe trailing berries ready for eating but look out for spiders when picking. Also lots of slugs underfoot, so take care. View from the peak was great, and wildf...
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
It was a beautiful day to take a long sojourn on the north side of Tiger Mountain before summiting West Tiger No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3, then descending via the Talus Rock Trail. There are few surprises...
Older3 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
T3 -> Talus Rock -> NookKiddo didn’t like that Talus Rock on the T3 side was a bit overgrown, but otherwise not much to report.Wildflowers aplenty. A few bugs but not enough to be annoying. The few ri...
Older4 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Quick 5.5 mile 1000 foot loop around lower Tiger Mtn on Mother's Day.Tiger 3 was pretty busy with a steady stream of hikers, lost most of the crowds when we turned off onto the Talus Rocks trail 1.1 m...
Older4 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Thick areas of small spring flowers along Tiger Mt trails now. My loop consisted of TMT, K-3, West Tiger RR Grade, West Tiger 3, Talus Rocks, and Nook. Enjoyed seeing the blooming coralroot on the TMT...
Older6 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
My hiking group hiked Talus Rocks today. We met at the East Sunset Way Th at 9:00. Two cars were in the lot when we pulled in. It was overcast skies and 42 degrees. This trailhead has no toilet so pla...
Older6 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Had an unusually rewarding hike on Tiger Mountain. There was just enough snow today to be really beautiful, but not enough to be an obstacle. The waterfall on the Talus Rock Trail was also running as ...
Older7 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Boy do I miss the convenience of having a hundred different hiking options in my backyard! The Issaquah Alps are truly gems. A task brought me to Bellevue so naturally I squeezed a hike in with an Eas...
Older9 months ago
Issaquah Alps > Tiger Mountain
Got a quick and quiet pre-holiday hike in with a friend before the rain and winds kicked in today. The full waterfall that flows over the trail near the Talus Rocks was nice to see. While we had to be...