We ventured out on this hike with our two children, ages 5 and 7. We started around 9 a.m. and spent about eight hours on the round trip. The trail was easy to follow and only muddy in a few spots (definitely wear waterproof boots). The kids did okay but were pretty tired on the last leg up the trail since it’s four miles uphill. My husband took turns carrying them on the steeper switchbacks.
Unfortunately, it wasn’t a nice day—cloudy, drizzly, and rainy, with no views at the top. Just clouds. That was disappointing, but at least we can now say we’ve hiked Mt. Si. We enjoyed seeing the older trees, the bear grass, evidence of orchids that had bloomed earlier in the season, and lots of different types of lichen. Everyone we passed on the trail was very friendly, and I was surprised to see so many hikers out despite the weather.
If you’re doing this trail purely for the workout or the bragging rights, a cloudy November day is fine. But if you want the views, wait for clear weather.
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