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    Views of Mount Rainier and Snoqualmie Valley
    Jacques I.

    It's a strenuous hike. Be prepared to sweat baby, sweat. It's been on my bucket list for awhile and am finally happy to say that I've summited Mount Si. Wake up early and go! I woke up around 5:30am, arrived from Bellevue to North Bend at 6am, and there were already a handful of cars. The parking lot is larger than other trailhead parking lots around, but it gets full. It's also further down the Little Si parking lot, with signs indicating where to go. By the time I left there were cars circling around, stalking those hikers who were on their way out. Get here early, peeps! Also, be careful when you arrive to the parking lot because the gravel road was fulllll of potholes. Go slow and steady. I'd recommend driving a vehicle with AWD, as some of the potholes were really deep. Discover Pass is required. The hike is about four miles up, so eight miles roundtrip. It's strenuous in that, it's long. It especially feels like it when you're going on steeper inclines, but the trail is very well-managed. It's also much wider than other trails in the area, making it possible to socially distance from one another. The hike will have you trek through the forest much of the time, to help keep cool. There were also areas with benches where you can stop and take a break. When you're near the summit, there's a map that shows you're only 0.3 miles away from the top. There, you will end up scrambling as the area is all rock form. It's a pretty easy climb. The challenge will be for those going to Haystack Rock, which is the true summit of this hike. The views of Mount Rainier and the Snoqualmie Valley area are what you'll see first once you reach the top. But if you go back towards Haystack Rock, there's another viewpoint where you can see the Bellevue area. Many people took a break around the rocks to eat and enjoy the sights. This was an awesome hike that had my knees and feet sore! Going up was hard because it's a workout, but going down was actually harder for me because of how bad my knees and feet felt. I would recommend bringing hiking poles if you have 'em. Other than being sore the next day, it was a rewarding challenge and would recommend anyone wanting a good, long hike to check out Mount Si.

    Vivian Y.

    Just got back home from the hardest hike I've ever done. Started off my hike at 545am. There was already one person ahead of me and one person behind me. Definitely recommend waking up early for the hike. Discovery pass required. I ordered online but my pass never came so I just wrote down the transaction and enforcement # and placed it on my dash. I had no problems with that. Now the hike..... I started off at the Mount Si parking lot. Kept walking up very steep incline (30-45 degree it seemed like) for maybe 1 mile+ straight. Then there's a bit of downhill for a while and then more uphill climb. I don't know where I went wrong but I eventually ended up to the sign where it tells me that I have 0.3 miles to go till I reach the top. Unfortunately the snow had covered most of the trail and was very obscured. By the time I noticed that I was wandering aimlessly, following what looked like foot steps to me, I was in the middle of nowhere with no trail in sight. I WAS LOST Luckily a very nice gentleman named Chris was just 100ft from me so I yelled out for help. I climbed rocks and eventually got to where he was standing. We both attempted to find the trail to the overlook but unfortunately we both decided that it was not safe so we turned back around. If it wasn't for Chris I would have had a very difficult time even finding my way back down. On my way down I was once again hiking solo and wandered all the way to the Teneriffee parking lot. I asked the very nice couple standing by the entrance where I was and they said I was about 1 mile away from Mount Si parking lot. I nearly cried. But the nice lady, Penny drove me back and all is well. My bad knees are in pain. So confused as to how people are saying this hike is only 8 miles when I'm sure I did like 13 miles with 35,0000 steps logged on my fitness watch. If someone knew what I did please let me know lol. As someone who is a first timer hiking this particular hike and hiking it solo... I don't recommend. But I give it five stars because it was beautiful. I just wish that I could have finished the hike.

    Andrea W.

    Came on a Saturday morning around 10AM, parking lot had many cars but lots of space, rainy cloudy day though that was forecasted to rain. Path was steadily uphill but not too steep, pretty narrow though. Thankfully not too many people on the trails. Views at the top were just okay since the rain clouds were covering a lot of the view. Having stayed up there for a bit, the clouds moved away and more of the view came out. Not too crowded at the top, and the way down was fine too. It started raining a lot more and got a bit cold. Good hike, but probably wait for good weather!

    View of Mount Rainier from the summit of Mount Si.
    Rick Y.

    Beautiful hike for the able bodied. This is well worth the effort and the difficulty level is on the far end of moderate. Stunning views from the top! Parking at the trail head is ample and there is a convenient pit toilet for services. Pretty breezy above the tree line, definitely dress in layers for the transition in and out of the wood line in the colder months. Check the weather report and prepare for snowy/icy conditions for the final leg at the top during the winter. Didn't see any sign or wildlife as this trail appears to be regularly frequented. All in all, another breathtaking sight of everything to love about the PNW.

    Ronak S.

    8 mile hike round trip, very rocky, bring good shoes. I'd bring two big bottles of water, views are solid but not life changing. Definitely worth doing at least once.

    Top of Mt. Si, Simply Amazing!....How much my legs burned, but totally worth it
    Frida D.

    !!WARNING!! This hike is not for first time goes. Having said that, we had a really great time. For things to know before you go scroll down to the * Our group ranged from 18-45 y/o, with both male n females. The trek up is a workout on your legs, recommend taking a walking stick and at least 1-2 quarts of water and snacks. The trail keeps going up from the start to the top. It's a lil over 4 miles & some change up and believe me after mile 2 you really feel it, but once you hit 3.5 you can almost taste the top. Be sure to take rest breaks along the way and you'll be GTG. Our group didn't take any breaks bc we're all hard chargers, but if I was taking my fam, yeah we would have stopped n rested intermittently. Dogs are welcome, but please don't leave the poop bags on the trail. I seen a hiker with a Dodson and thought...Y you doing that to them? This is more for large to medium size dogs, small ones might injure themselves. If you take your puppers bring them water n something to eat too, they will be eternally grateful The trip down was the best feeling! Having worked so hard going up, I dang near jogged the whole way down. Some parts be careful, but you'll see the tricky steps. After all was said n done we chilled in the parking lot and enjoyed the day. *Skill lvl 4 hike, mostly incline Parking lot requires Discovery pass.(might be able to get a temp pass if ranger is there) Lots of potholes in the parking lot Don't leave valuables/electronics in cars Bring 1-2 quarts of water n snacks Walking stick recommend LRG-MED dogs, may not be suitable 4 small dogs Take breaks, and clean-up after yourself Dress in layers n bring a backpack to downgrade as needed Bathroom is only at the base n you might need a gas mask

    Beautiful views, beautiful birdie
    Lexi R.

    This hikes is easily accessible and just a couple minutes from the freeway exit! It was refreshing to not have to drive a whole bunch of switchbacks to get to a trailhead. From Kent, it's a quick 45 minute drive. In order to park in the lot, you have to have a discovery pass, which you can buy online and print at home for $11.50. Make sure you do this before going to the hike because there isn't a ranger there who sells the discovery pass. The hike is pretty much completely shaded the entire time except for the summit. You're surround by the beautiful Washington woods. It's a major workout! You're going uphill pretty much the entire time. You climb over 4,000 ft in elevation in just 4 miles. It took my boyfriend and 2 hours to the top and and hour and 40 minutes to the bottom. The view at the top is worth all the hard work! The birds at the summit are so cute and friendly too. They were landing on our hands and feet!

    Caroline N.

    This climb is so killer. The 4 miles in is entirely uphill and enclosed by trees, so there isn't much to focus on except for the undeniable pain in your quads that slowly starts to creep in. But, if you can get past that pain and keep moving one foot in front of the other, eventually you'll reach the top, and boy, is that view something else. It is so gratifying when you finally get to the top. It was a clear day when I went, and I could see all the way to Seattle. There was a bit more climbing to do on a rocky surface to get to a better viewing area however. That was definitely worth the climb because you got more of a 360-view with tons of photo opportunities. From this peak there was also access to higher mountain peak, but from what I gathered it was an almost vertical scaling of the mountain side with fewer safety features and many posted "caution" signs. I wouldn't say I'm scared of heights really, but extreme heights and a lack of security tends to make my palms sweaty. So I was happy staying on the lower, safer peak! After you take in the view, get your pictures in, and catch your breath, enjoy the 4-mile return trip downhill. If my college anatomy course taught me anything, though, it's the downhill portion of a hike that will make you sore the next day. :D

    Jonathan S.

    For two "hikers" this one is a must try once. We haven't hiked in at least a year and heard mixed reviews on level of difficulty. It's a constant upward hike with very few flat parts. We brought 5 bottles of water for two and went through almost all of them on the way up. It goes through mostly wooded areas with limited sun so being light layers you can shed as needed. Wear good shoes and bring snacks. Most importantly take your time and feel free to take breaks if it gets a bit much. The view at the very top is worth it.

    Kristen L.

    This hike is as challenging as everyone makes it out to be. It's a steep hike, and the scenery on the way to the top is a bit boring. But once you make it to the top, you'll realize that the dud scenery and heavy panting was all worth it. At the top the view is absolutely stunning; great views of mountains and there are a lot of colorful plants as well. It's also a rock-climber's paradise. I don't have much climbing experience, but there are a lot of opportunities to climb around. I wanted to climb to the top of this one lookout point, but given that I was hiking by myself and given that I don't have much experience climbing, I didn't think it was the wisest idea. I made it about halfway up and decided to stop. I probably could've made it to the top but it was very steep and I began thinking, "I may be able to make it to the top, but how am I going to get down?" I hiked this three times last summer, once when it was foggy and twice when it was clearer. I enjoyed the hike all three times. Just make sure that you eat enough beforehand and bring enough water and snacks for the trek.

    Clara P.

    Extra star to King County for the excellent direct-to-trailhead bus service - a truly great service to the community that serves multiple goals (less traffic! easier access to hikes!). I was impressed by the number and diversity of people I saw using this service. Thanks King County! As for the trail itself, eh. Pros: The payoff was pretty fantastic, and it sure is a good workout. It's under tree cover the whole time too, so it stays a comfortable temperature. Big con: the scenery does. not. change the entire hike. 4+ hours of looking at the same thing all the way up and down. This hike is really more about the destination than the journey. I prefer hikes that hold your interest throughout. This hike is worth doing, but it's not a must-do, especially if you're looking for more than just a workout.

    Rachel M.

    This is a great challenging hike with a beautiful view. It's a very popular trail. I went today, a Wednesday and we saw about 10 others on the trail. We started out around noon.

    Erin M.

    Round Trip: 8.0 miles Difficulty: Moderate - Difficult Discover Pass Required I started the hike on a Saturday morning. I arrived at 8 am and there were about 40 cars in the parking lot. We finished around 12:30 pm. There were a lot of people on the trail on a weekend. Morning weather started out around 60 degrees and by the time noon hit, it was 80 degrees. I wore hiking shoes, dry fit, and brought my hiking poles. My friends that came with me mentioned they wish they wore hiking shoes. The trail is mainly in the shade. The last part of the trail is steep. At the top you can get a great view of Mt Rainier on a sunny day. I highly recommend hiking poles, it is useful on the way down. The friends I went with were complaining about their knees and ended up wearing knee bands. Overall the trail is moderate to difficult. I recommend coming early to start the hike since weekends are a popular time. Good luck!

    The rocky trail can be a bit difficult on feet and knees so be prepared with the right equipment

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    This is a nice park in North Bend, with just about everything for the community. The best part of…read morethe Si View Park is the view of Mount Si. You can't beat that. But there seems to be a lot going for it for those living in the area or visiting. There's a community center with a pool, restrooms, water fountain, a trail where you can walk and ride your bike around, a playground, covered picnic areas, accessible parking and a large open space in the center for just about whatever your heart desires. Located in downtown North Bend, it's easily walkable from the businesses and many residential areas around. Nice to know that the city of North Bend has a great community space to go to. I came here to enjoy my takeout and take a break from hiking, and and was happy to have such a large open space to myself. Well, it felt like I had the park to myself even though there were others around. Now I know where to go in North Bend for when I want to relax outside.

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