Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
The trail to Mount Si has some steep and rocky sections.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
The well-maintained trail starts steep, and steps test your calves as you climb a 900-foot elevation gain over the first mile.
Douglas fir trees compete for sunlight along the trail.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
A wayside on the trail to Mount Si.
The early part of the hike is shaded, and sunlight filters through the high limbs.
Small vistas reveal themselves as you continue to climb the trail.
Near Haystack Basin, the trail becomes rockier and less shaded.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
View of the Snoqualmie Basin.
Mount Rainier (14,411') is visible on clear days.
The veiw from Mount Si.
You can find various rock columns and tables to sit and enjoy the views or a lunch.
A view to the summit of Mount Si (4,167') from Haystack Basin.
Depending on the crowds, you may find yourself scrambling over rocks at the basin looking for your own space.
The trail continues around the back of Haystack for those that wish to attempt the summit.
Mount Si.
Spectacular summit views make the trek worthwhile.
A playful rock formation at Haystack Basin.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
A view of Mount Baker (10,781') from Mount Si.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
The upper viewpoint.
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
Mount Rainier (14,411').
Max Hart
Photo Date: 
07/27/2014
The view toward Seattle and Bellevue.