Hop aboard the Trailhead Direct and join your South Bellevue In Motion Outreach Ambassadors for a family friendly hike of the High School Trail in the Issaquah Alps. Starting and returning to the Eastgate Park & Ride, this transit to trails trip will be a fun way to get outside without the hassle of trailhead parking.
High School Trail is a flat and gentle 2.1-mile hike perfect for families and people of all ages. There will be games for kids and adults alike, so make sure to bring the whole family. Pack snacks to munch on as we hike, and then join us in catching the shuttle back to the Eastgate Park & Ride.
Please register on Eventbrite to secure your spot on this hike and receive more detailed information and instructions.
*Note* There are no bathroom facilities at the High School Trailhead, along the trail, or nearby the trailhead. Please plan accordingly to accommodate your needs.
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Directions and Instructions:
We will meet at the Eastgate Park & Ride Freeway Bay Station 4 [Click here for details: bit.ly/EastgateParkAndRideBoarding] at 10 AM for an introduction to transit and Trailhead Direct, departing on the 10:25 AM bus. Our hike will take approximately 1.5 hours, during which we will snack, play games, and enjoy that natural wonder of our region. We will take the 12:59 PM Trailhead Direct bus back to the Eastgate Park & Ride, arriving at 1:29 PM. In the event that our hike takes a different amount of time than planned, we can take earlier or later Trailhead Direct buses.
To make sure you have a fantastic time, remember to bring the following:
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ORCA Card or Bus fare. Adults cost a total of $5.50 ($2.75 per trip) Youth (Ages 6 – 18) cost a total of $3 ($1.50 per trip). Children (Ages 5 and under) are free.
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Read more here: bit.ly/TrailheadDirectFare
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Light hiking equipment, including sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and an extra jacket.
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Snacks or lunch for eating during and after the hike
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About South Bellevue In Motion:
Residents of South Bellevue this spring and summer can explore healthier travel options and earn rewards by giving their car a break and taking the bus, walking, bicycling, carpooling, and more. Since 2004, King County In Motion has provided people throughout the county with tools and information on how they can explore their travel options. Registration for South Bellevue In Motion is available in English, Spanish, or Chinese.
To learn more and to sign up, visit In Motion’s website, KingCounty.Gov/InMotion or call 206-477-2005. Residents can sign up until August 8, 2018 to receive a free ORCA transit card good for two weeks of unlimited rides or a $15 REI gift card.
The trail does not offer any restrooms, so please plan accordingly. The hike is a gentle, 2.1 mile trail that is suitable for all ages.
Image credit: Peter Stevens via Flickr CC
