Fagin's Hike of the Week - Chirico & Beyond

This is a good close-in hike, just several miles south of Issaquah.  One can do starndard way or do a loop like we did.  All snowfree (12-4-2019) outside a few snow patches.

 Mt. Rainier from the top of Poo Poo point 

View 3/4 of the way up

View of the Olympics from the top

Para-glider enjoying the views and the ride.

Some days it is just cloudy

Start or end of hike.

Directions to Trail:
I-90 to Issaquah, take Front Street exit.
Follow Front Street through town for about 3 miles.
Front street becomes Hobart-Issaquah Road.
If you are driving south the trail head is on the left (east side of the street) near a big grass field.

Trail stats:   Standard way is  4 miles round trip with about 1600 foot gain. Here is the track

However we did a big loop;
Trail stats:: Close to 7 miles and close to 2400 foot gain
Thanks to George Mead for this track (map listed below). Here is a detailed description

Disclaimer: There are many factors which you should consider in deciding whether to proceed with an outing, including the visible weather at the trailhead, the strength and experience of the party, snow and avalanche conditions, route conditions, etc. You are the final decision maker whether to proceed. West Coast Weather, LLC dba Washington Online Weather cannot be held liable for loss or injury arising from your decision to proceed, and expressly disclaims all liability related thereto. Redmond, Washington USA. Also, please bring map-compass and GPS to help with trail directions as our directions are our best estimate

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