Evergreen Mountain Loop via Evergreen Mtn East Trail(edit)

Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to the summit of Evergreen Mountain in Alderfer/Three Sisters Park. Much of the trail is shaded and the trail is well defined and marked the whole way up. The summit has some nice rock outcroppings to rest on and have lunch before heading back down. You'll likely meet other recreators at the top.

Mountain bikers, hikers and horseback riders share this trail and its heavily traveled so brush up on trail etiquette and be courteous to other users. The trail is narrow in spots, so it could be necessary to step off to the side to let others pass.

Don't miss the "Scenic View" offshoot just before the loop around the top.

Getting Started

The parking lot fills up early (by 8am) on weekends. People park along the road once the parking lot fills up and several trails start opposite the side of the road the parking lot is on so be careful of pedestrians appearing between parked cars to cross the road.

Taking Children

Rate this an 8 for kids. This is a good trail for children maybe six and up. It is a bit long but only 1/2 the length is uphill. ;) There are some switchbacks but the trail is shaded and supervised rock climbing at the top will be irresistible. The view toward Evergreen High School will be interesting in contrast to your drive-by.