Photo by Pedro Rodriguez.
Join Pedro Rodriguez (Birds Connect) and Joel Gartenberg (Issaquah Alps Trails Club) for an early morning hike to Poo Poo Point. Explore our local “Alps” and surround yourself with bird song. Joel frequently sees Western Tanagers, Flycatchers, Purple Finches, Orange Crowned Warblers and Wilson's Warblers, Varied Thrushes, Rufous Hummingbirds, Pileated and Hairy Woodpeckers.
Experience a less crowded and less steep alternative to the main Poo-Poo Point trail, allowing time for stops and snacks.
The route up to Poo Poo Point.
Parking available along SE Evans street. We’ll meet at the red X.
Date: Sunday, July 12, 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Duration: ~5 hours
Meeting Location: SE Evans Lane parking area, south end (Park Pointe trailhead). The red X on the map to the right.
Distance: ~7 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: ~2,000 ft
Difficulty: Moderate (accommodating pace with stops and lunch)
Route: View on Google Maps
What to Bring: Min. 1.5L water, lunch/snacks, layers, sun protection, sturdy shoes. Binoculars recommended. No parking pass required.
Registration required. Pets allowed. You can check out our Event FAQs here.