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Trail running
What is Trail Running?
Mountaineering in the PNW is where hiking meets climbing, and where adventure meets just enough challenge to make that summit feel extra satisfying. Whether you're dreaming of standing on a glaciated peak or tackling rugged alpine ridges, mountaineering is all about building skills, pushing limits, and earning those epic, high in the apline. With Gearhouse, you’ll connect with fellow mountain lovers, and take your adventures to the next level—one kick-step at a time.
How to Get Started With Gearhouse
Packing List
Alright! What do you need with you?
Trail running shoes – Grip is key unless you enjoy unplanned downhill slides.
Water & electrolytes – Dehydration is real, even in the rain. A hydration vest or handheld bottle works great.
Snacks! – Gels, bars, or the classic “pocket burrito” for long runs.
Weather-ready layers – A lightweight rain jacket is your best friend.
Emergency essentials – Small first aid kit, headlamp, and a phone for navigation (and summit selfies).
A good attitude – Because some days are fast, some are slow, and some are just about soaking in the views.
What you'll need
What's in the Gear Library
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Perfect for trail running, hiking, and biking!
Ensuring you stay hydrated with clean, safe water!
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For early in the season when you never know what the terrain could be!
Skill Check
The ability to run (or at least shuffle uphill) – Walking the steep parts is totally allowed. Even the pros do it.
Quick feet & good reflexes – Roots, rocks, and the occasional rogue squirrel keep things interesting.
Pacing smarts – Sprinting the first mile is fun until you’re bonked and questioning life choices.
A high tolerance for mud – Welcome to the PNW. Your shoes will never be fully clean again.
Knowing when to turn around – Trails are sneaky. What felt “totally doable” on the way out might be a death march back.
Where to go
Rattlesnake Ledge – A short but steep climb with killer views—perfect for a quad-burning morning workout.
Cougar Mountain Loop – A rolling, forested trail system with endless route options and soft, runnable terrain.
Mount Teneriffe Falls – A challenging climb with a gorgeous waterfall payoff (plus an option to keep going for peak-baggers).
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