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Alert: Major flooding has prompted evacuations and is impacting communities and public lands across Western Washington. Landslide risk and related hazards are very high and have closed trails and roads, including major highways and forest roads.

Check forecasts, consider delaying your hiking or camping plans, and stay safe out there. 

Phil's Creek

Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain
 47.5028, -122.0422 Map & Directions
Find interesting plants and vegetation here on this trail. Photo by Oldwhiner. Full-size image
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Good for kids
  • Mountain views
  • Wildlife

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A trail on the west side of Squak Mountain. Part of the Phil's Trail - Thrush Gap Loop, and connects to Old Griz, Summit Trail, May Valley Loop, and East Side Trail. Continue reading

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Hiking Phil's Creek

A trail on the west side of Squak Mountain. Part of the Phil's Trail - Thrush Gap Loop, and connects to Old Griz, Summit Trail, May Valley Loop, and East Side Trail.

WTA worked here in 2005, 2004, 1999 and 1998!

Phil's Creek

Map & Directions

Trailhead
Co-ordinates: 47.5028, -122.0422 Open in Google Maps

Before You Go

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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

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WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.

Getting There

The park is located just south of Issaquah. Exit I-90 at Exit 15 and turning (right or left) southbound on Issaquah-Renton Road, driving 4 miles, then turning left on the May Valley Road and then driving 3 more miles to the trailhead parking lot on the left.

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Trailhead

Issaquah Alps > Squak Mountain

Phil's Creek (#SQUAK-S3)

Washington State Parks

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National Geographic Issaquah Alps Mount Si 824

Squak Mountain Trails Map

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Hiker Headlines: Widespread flooding impacts communities and closes roads, trails and campgrounds

December 11, 2025

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