Are there any sections of the Tiger Mountain Trail that are significantly overgrown and difficult to navigate?

Yes, several reports indicate that parts of the Tiger Mountain Trail are overgrown. The Bootleg Trail was described as very overgrown in [September 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-09.160838992183), and the South Tiger Traverse had sections encroached upon by plants in [August 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-05.102634410873). In June 25, the Hidden Forest trail was described as a jungle.

What is the current road condition for accessing the Tiger Mountain Trail?

The roads leading to the Tiger Mountain Trail appear to be in good condition. Reports from [September 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-09.160838992183), [August 23](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-28.203111603817), August 5, July 19, and July 18 all state that the roads are suitable for all vehicles.

What are the parking situations like at the Tiger Mountain Trailheads on weekends?

Parking can vary, but trailheads were moderately busy on a recent weekend. The parking lot at the Tiger Mountain Trailhead was about a third full by 7:30 am on [August 23](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-28.203111603817), and mostly full by 10:30 am. In [June 25](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-06-27.180656992568), arriving at 8:15 am at the West Side Road trailhead, there were only 6 other cars.

Tiger Mountain Trail

Issaquah Alps

updated 2 weeks ago

The Tiger Mountain Trail is mostly snow-free as of early September, with no significant snow reported. Several recent reports mention sections of the trail being overgrown with vegetation, making navigation occasionally difficult, particularly on the southern portions and areas like the Bootleg Trail September 5 and South Tiger Traverse. Despite some overgrowth, the main trails are generally in good condition, with minor obstacles posing few problems for most hikers. The roads are suitable for all vehicles, and no significant bug issues have been noted. Parking at trailheads was reported as moderately full by mid-morning on a weekend. Wildflowers were noted as abundant in late June.

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What hikers ask about Tiger Mountain Trail

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Yes, several reports indicate that parts of the Tiger Mountain Trail are overgrown. The Bootleg Trail was described as very overgrown in September 5, and the South Tiger Traverse had sections encroached upon by plants in August 5. In June 25, the Hidden Forest trail was described as a jungle.