Burn Ban
No fires permitted at any time.
Part of the Park is Closed
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Trails within Squak Mountain State Park are completely closed due to storm damage. The following trails are currently closed: Old Griz Trail, Phil's Creek Trail, and Eastside Trail. Please use caution while hiking within the park. If you were planning to come for the day, please check in with park staff or plan a visit one of our other parks.
Squak Mountain State Park
21430 SE May Valley Road, Issaquah, WA 98029
Squak Mountain State Park offers a peek-a-boo view of Seattle amongst mossy rocks, lichen covered trees, and bubbling creeks. With hiking and horse trails for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities, this day use park less than 15 minutes from Seattle has something for everyone.
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses Allowed
Please note, there is no drinking water at the park.
Activities
Bird Watching
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Horseback Riding
Metal Detecting
Amenities
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
Restrooms
Picnic Tables
Parking
Interpretive Opportunities
Equestrian Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
Image
Creek
Forest
Mountain View
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses Allowed
Please note, there is no drinking water at the park.
Map & visitor guide
47.49900818, -122.0465546
Picnic and day use facilities
Six first-come, first-served picnic tables are available at the main trailhead and one is available at the Bullitt fireplace. A vault toilet is available at the trailhead and a horse-loading ramp is also ADA accessible.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Trails
The park has 13 miles of hiking trails and six miles of horse trails.
Interpretive opportunities
The Pretzel Tree Trail is a self-guided 0.3-mile interpretive trail adjacent to the main trailhead. Follow the adventures of a field mouse as he meets other forest critters and discovers their connection to the ecosystem on Squak Mountain in his search for the Pretzel Tree.
Park History
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