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Granite Mountain [6 hike reports]
Washington > Central Cascades > Snoqualmie+Pass Pictures | Trailhead Location | Hike Reports
The hike to Granite Mountain is a tough one with a cummulative elevation gain of 4,000 ft. There is no water on this hike and most of the trail is unsheltered by trees, leaving you exposed to the sun. The views here are spectacular and this trail is usually one of the first in the area that is accessible.

Type Length Difficulty Rating Gain Latitude Longitude
View 8.6 mi 4 / 5 9 / 10 4000 ft 47° 23' 52.26'' N 121° 29' 11.51'' W

People
Hikers, Dogs

Accessibility
July-October

Cost
Federal Northwest Forest Pass

Maps
Green Trails: #207 Snoqualmie Pass, #207S Snoqualmie Pass
USGS: Snoqualmie Pass
Elevation Stats
Elevation profile for Granite Mountain
Trailhead:1880'
Low Point:1880'
High Point:5630'
Destination:5630'
Gain:4000'
 
Hike Featured In...
Day Hiking Snoqualmie Region
By Dan A. Nelson
  
Trailhead Location
GPS Coordinates:
47° 23' 52.26'' N
121° 29' 11.51'' W
Contact Information:
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Snoqualmie Ranger District - North Bend Office
902 S.E. North Bend Way
Bldg 1
North Bend, Washington 98045
Tel: 425.888.1421
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/
Driving Directions:
From Seattle, drive east on I-90 to exit 47. Turn left off the freeway and then reach a T in road. Turn left here and drive 0.5 miles to the trailhead.


Pictures
A view from the trail
A view from the trail

A view from the trail A view from the trail A view of I-90 below An old fire lookout at the top of the mountain A view from the top of the mountain
Another view of the old fire lookout at the top of the mountain A view from the trail The rugged terrain of the path to summit A view of a tranquil lake below

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Recent Hike Reports [view all]+ Add Hike Report
Granite Mountain - by snowloverSaturday, July 24, 2010
Great hike, Great day. It was more of a challenge than I expected with my 40+ lb pack. It was harder on my old knees than Camp Muir 2 weeks ago. Great Views and trail nearly clear. Some snow in the small valley just east of the lookout. There were several ladies from a group of cancer survivors hiking today which was the same group that hiked Muir when I did 2 weeks ago. There also was a marriage proposal. The guys friends hike up before them, left a well stocked picnic, complete with win.....
Miles Hiked:8.6
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Sunny
Crowds:Busy
Some Pictures from this Hike:
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Granite Mountain - by dangalSunday, October 11, 2009
First time doing Granite. Arrived at the trailhead with two friends and my two dogs. Cold morning but clear and sunny. Parking lot was nearly full already. Little worried we could see and hear I-90 but very soon didn't care. Easygoing first mile with forest canopy, then exited the treeline and started gaining elevation steadily. Trail was populated but after two miles or so was treated to view after view all the way up. It's a thigh burner, a rocky and moderately steep trial, but we.....
Miles Hiked:8
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Sunny
Crowds:Busy
Some Pictures from this Hike:
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Granite Mountain - by ybonicsSunday, October 11, 2009
Picture perfect day for this hike. The trail was completely clear, though it was pretty cold and there was a tiny bit of snow on the side. The autumn colors are all out right now and the views on the hike were spectacular. This is a really great hike and the trail condition was perfect the whole way, with no need to scramble to get to the top. Panoramic view at the top of Mt Rainer and all the other mountains in the area. Bring some extra layers at the top.   
Miles Hiked:8.6
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Sunny
Crowds:Light
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