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Gombu Wilderness Cliffs

Gombu Wilderness Cliffs

Issaquah Alps > Cougar Mountain

47.5143, -122.0910 Map & Directions

Length: 2.2 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 848 feet
Highest Point: 1639 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

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A hike named after Nawang Gombu, Jim Whittaker's partner in his first ascent of Everest. Connect it with the Whittaker Wilderness Peak trail for a long loop with historical significance. Continue reading

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Hiking Gombu Wilderness Cliffs

A hike named after Nawang Gombu, Jim Whittaker's partner in his first ascent of Everest. Connect it with the Whittaker Wilderness Peak trail for a long loop with historical significance, or continue into the park and explore many other trails in this area near Issaquah.

Gombu Wilderness Cliffs

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Co-ordinates: 47.5143, -122.0910 Open in Google Maps

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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

From I-90, take Exit 15 and drive south on highway 900 for a little over 3 miles. Look for the trailhead sign and an asphalt driveway that goes uphill to the right.

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