Mount Teneriffe has, again, been catalogued hundreds of times before and needs no explanation. But the cardio is efficient and this is the last weekend for a while that I can take the bus there due to a new job, so why not give it another go?
Bugs are not too bad but I recommend bug spray anyway, in particular as you go above two thousand feet. Otherwise, the trail is nice, dry, and packed with wildflowers
First, I climbed up to Teneriffe Falls. At this time of year, with the snowmelt gone, it's still there but as a trickle. For such a popular trail, conditions are a little rough as you leave the converted logging road and its excellent condition. Nothing too awful, just mind your footing
I then took the Teneriffe Falls connector to the main trail and made my way to the summit. The connector is a new trail, not yet shown on the official maps, and in great condition
The main trail can be a little rocky on the more exposed sections, and you will need to mind your steps on the descent
Left the trailhead at about 11:10 AM, made it to the top given the detour at about 3:10 PM, left the top at about 3:30 PM, and made it to the Mount Si trailhead via Roaring Creek at about 6:10 PM
Pro tip for anyone taking Trailhead Direct -- you might be able to save some time by taking the Roaring Creek trail to the Mount Si trailhead instead of the Mount Teneriffe trailhead. Plus, it offers a nice, quiet walk away from the main paths
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hikerdadof2 on Teneriffe Falls, Mount Teneriffe, Roaring Creek
There is a new official Connector trail by the Falls? I have always gone the long way to avoid causing erosion. Will be excited to try it!!
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hikerdadof2 on Jul 20, 2025 08:05 PM