East Shore Outdoors
Saturday, July 6
One event on Thursday, July 11 at 12:00 am
One event on Wednesday, July 17 at 12:00 am
One event on Sunday, July 21 at 12:00 am
One event on Wednesday, July 31 at 12:00 am
One event on Saturday, August 3 at 12:00 am
One event on Wednesday, August 7 at 12:00 am
One event on Wednesday, August 14 at 12:00 am
One event on Monday, August 19 at 12:00 am
One event on Thursday, August 29 at 12:00 am
One event on Tuesday, September 17 at 12:00 am
As we go into summer, many of us want to get outside and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Pacific Northwest. You can do that, and contribute to building community at East Shore, by participating in walks and hikes organized by the East Shore Outdoors group. This group is essentially an email list where members can invite other members to join them on a walk or a hike. It may be as simple as an afternoon stroll around Bellevue Botanical gardens or along the East Lake Sammamish trail, or a more substantial hike in the mountains for several miles with some elevation gain. To join, just let Amanda Strombom know and she’ll add you to the Google group.
How to Attend
Contact Amanda Strombom
More Information
Summer 2024 proposed hikes:
- Saturday, July 6, 9:00 am: Annette Lake, Snoqualmie Pass area – 7.5 miles, 1800 ft elevation gain, wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/annette-lake
- July 11-14: Lake Ozette, Olympic Peninsula, beginner backpacking trip – auction item, contact Dave Baumgart if interested.
- Wednesday, July 17, 10:00 am: Flowing Firs loop, Grand Ridge Park, Issaquah Highlands – 3.3 miles, 283 ft gain. A fairly flat quiet and winding loop trail through the forest.
- Sunday, July 21, 2:00 pm: Bullitt Fireplace Hike, Squak Mountain, Issaquah – 4 miles, 1000 ft gain. Come discover why there is a fireplace at the top of Squak Mountain! Led by Ingrid & Don Durenberger. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/bullitt-fireplace
- Wednesday, July 31, 10:00 am: Ira Spring trail to Mason Lake, Snoqualmie Pass area – 7 miles, 2420 ft gain. A steep hike through the woods and up to a ridge, then descending to a beautiful lake. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/ira-spring-memorial
- Saturday, August 3, 9:00 am: Stegosaurus Butte, Middle Fork Snoqualmie – 2.2 miles, 1000ft gain. Those who are not up for a steep hike can enjoy the almost flat Pratt River trail instead. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/stegosaurus-butte
- Wednesday, August 7: Naches Loop Hike, Mt Rainier area. 3.2 miles, 600 ft gain. An annual tradition. A beautiful loop hike, with wildflowers and views of Mt Rainier. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/naches-peak-loop
- Wednesday, August 14, 10:00 am: CCC trail, Middle Fork Snoqualmie – up to 6.8 miles, out and back, 400 ft gain. A gentle hike with wonderful views of the mountains. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/ccc-road-upper-trailhead
- August 19-20: One night backpacking trip to the mouth of the Hoh river, Olympic Peninsula, 1 mile hike, camping on the beach – contact Bill Austin if interested.
- August 29 – September 1: Advanced backpacking trip to Goat Rocks, Cispus Basin and Nannie Ridge. Auction item – contact Dave Baumgart if interested. wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/cispus-basin-cispus-pass
- Tuesday, September 17: Naches Loop, Mt Rainier – full moon hike. Hike at dusk and then watch the moon rise and light up Mount Rainier. Contact Bill Austin if interested.
Event Details
Transportation & Parking
We have several parking lots. Our upper lot, off SE 32nd Street, is closest to our Sanctuary, it has handicap and stroller parking. There is a roundabout for drop-offs. Our lower, main parking lot is also off SE 32nd Street. There are stairs that will lead you up to the Sanctuary. If that lot is full, there is also street parking on 32nd Street.
