Mailbox Peak - Old Trail — Tuesday, Jul. 1, 2003

Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area

A couple of friends and I decided to take off from work a little early and do an early evening hike up Mailbox Peak. It has been about a year since I've done this hike, but from going to the top and back of Mailbox Peak I'm reminded of a few things: 1) It is one rough trail (lots of roots, rocks, etc.) 2) It is incredibly steep ( a guy on top said his altimeter had a reading of 3,900 feet elevation gain) 3) I need to get in better shape so I'm not so sore the next day from doing this hike. While the trail is very rough there is still a clear path to the top. Someone has marked periodically in places the trail with orange tape that you can follow. Views from the top are awesome and well worth the sludge up. It is also amazing how many objects are on top, from assorted mailboxes, a fire hydrant and now a ladder. I seriously have respect for anyone who hauls any item up this trail! No snow on the trail what so ever, though there were a few bugs out biting. Make sure you bring plenty of water as the only source is a creek at the beginning. My party took 2 hours and 15 minutes up and 1 hour and 30 minutes coming down. I would definitely recommend this hike but just know what you are getting into.