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    Top Spots in and near Snoqualmie Pass

    • North Bend, Washington

      Snowshoe Kendall Peak Lakes

      9 mi / 2000 ft gain
      This hike starts at the Gold Creek sno-park. You need the sno-park and discover pass for this. Park on the side of the road and start hiking up from there. Hike road up and up and up! It's very compact snow (at the moment, that will change fast with new snow coming in). We ended up leaving our sn...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Hike Gold Creek Pond

      5.0
      1 mi
      The quintessential family friendly hike,  Gold Creek Pond is a simple yet spectacular hike next to Snoqualmie Pass. Easily accessible from the top of the pass (4.5 miles, 12 minute drive), the Gold Creek Pond hike is a simple addition to any itinerary if you're in the area. From Hwy 90, take exit...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Snowshoe Gold Creek Pond

      4 mi / 400 ft gain
      Since the parking lot is not plowed in the winter you have to park along the main road next to the drive way toward the hike. Once to the trial head it is smooth sailing the rest of the hike. When I went the snow was compacted so snowshoes were not necessary but they are very helpful. Once to the...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Hike-In and Camp at Alaska Lake

      Driving Directions: From Seattle drive east on I-90 to exit 54 (signed "Hyak"). Turn left (north) under the freeway and right on the frontage road marked "Gold Creek." After about 0.5 mile turn left (north) on Gold Creek Road (Forest Road 4832), and in another 0.5 mile reach a junction. To the le...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Hike to Margaret Lake

      6 mi / 1800 ft gain
      Starting at an elevation of 3,300 feet, begin the hike on a steep gravel road for 1/4 of a mile. Take a left onto a dirt road that will lead to an area of clear cuts and windy switchbacks.As daunting as this may seem, don't be discouraged. On a clear day, the surrounding peaks of Snoqualmie Pass ...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Lillian Lake

      5.0
      8.36 mi / 2969 ft gain
      We backpacked our way to Lillian Lake and set up camp. There is a trail that lead around the lake and a trail that leads up to Rampart Lakes and Rachael Lake as well. We found a few more camps spots on Lillian Lake, then we noticed that only ONE other camp spot was being used. If you want peace ...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Hike Kendall Peak

      5.0
      9.2 mi / 2800 ft gain
      Kendall Peak is an easily accessible summit hike just off of Exit 52 of I-90 that offers spectacular 360-degree views of the entire Snoqualmie range. You’ll start out in the PCT parking lot where you’ll need a NW Forest Pass to park, or pay the daily fee. A permanent bathroom and backcountry acce...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Scramble Guye Peak

      4.5 mi / 2200 ft gain
      There are quite a few ways up Guye Peak ranging from a simple walk up to multiple pitches of technical rock climbing.  Both of the routes described here start from the PCT parking lot north of exit 52 of I-90 at Snoqualmie Pass.  Some of the scrambling described would be treacherous in wet or sno...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Climb Mount Thomson

      16 mi / 4500 ft gain
      The West Ridge of Thomson is rated 5.6 and is 4-5 pitches depending on how you break it up. The East Ridge is some spicy 4th class and although people do scramble it, it is recommend to use a rope on the descent. The Approach Starting at the PCT trail-head you have two options.  You can take the ...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Ski Tour or Snowshoe Kendall Knob

      3 mi / 2000 ft gain
      The area around Kendall Knob is great for snowshoeing or ski touring. It is particularly nice for ski touring because there are a variety of short tours at varying difficulty and on varying aspects. Skiers or those on snowshoe can begin their trip at the PCT trailhead near the Commonwealth Campgr...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Snowshoe to Franklin Falls

      5.0
      6 mi / 400 ft gain
      Depending on the road conditions and where you parked, the hike will be somewhere between 5-6 miles roundtrip. I always advise checking the weather and Washington Trail Association trip reports for the latest information.  If conditions are ideal, grab your snowshoes and head to the mountains! Yo...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Franklin Falls via Wagon Road Trail

      4.4
      2.07 mi / 331 ft gain
      This is an easy 2 mile roundtrip hike that leads to beautiful Franklin Falls. The trail is very well maintained and is easy for even young hikers to travel. The trail goes through the forest and along a gorge as you gain 400 feet in elevation to the falls. There are a few places you can scramble...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Hike to Gravel Lake

      13.6 mi / 2759 ft gain
      Starting at the Snoqualmie Pass PCT trailhead, you start hiking through an old growth forest. This hike has a nice gradual incline with views starting near a talus field. Late June, early July wildflowers are growing like crazy along the trail. This field offers a up close view of Mt. Rainier alo...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Lodge Lake via PCT

      3.5
      3.79 mi / 932 ft gain
      As you begin your hike up to Lodge Lake you will pass through a small forest. After about .5 miles you will come out into the open. Simply follow the path under the chairlifts as you cut across the mountain. In the summer when there is no snow on the ground you can see lots of wildflowers. If you...
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    • Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

      Hike Mount Catherine

      5.0
      3 mi / 1300 ft gain
      Start off on the extremely rough Forest Service 9070 road. Follow this for just over 4 miles until you see a sign for trail #1348 on the right. There is only enough room for a couple cars at the trailhead.You start off climbing right away, covering 800 feet of elevation in the first 0.80 miles of...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Melakwa Lakes via Denny Creek Trail

      4.6
      8.84 mi / 2615 ft gain
      This hike has it all: old-growth forests, rivers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, views, peaks, and so on. The hike starts from near Denny Creek Campground in between the separate I-90 viaducts. Almost immediately, you will cross over a walk bridge over Denny Creek's waterfalls, and then eventually und...
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    Camping and Lodging in Snoqualmie Pass

    Denny Creek Campground
    North Bend, Washington

    Denny Creek Campground

    Tinkham Campground
    North Bend, Washington

    Tinkham Campground

    East Kachess Group Site
    Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

    East Kachess Group Site

    Kachess
    Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

    Kachess

    Middle Fork Campground
    North Bend, Washington

    Middle Fork Campground

    Cle Elum River Group Site
    Ronald, Washington

    Cle Elum River Group Site

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Snoqualmie Pass

    Snoqualmie Pass Is the Perfect Snow Day Adventure Destination

    Snoqualmie Pass Is the Perfect Snow Day Adventure Destination

    Carol Anne Billings

    Recreating Outdoors to Connect not Compete

    Recreating Outdoors to Connect not Compete

    Samara Almonte

    Between Two Lakes

    Between Two Lakes

    Karra Russell

    Why Sunrise Is the Best Time to Explore Rattlesnake Ledge

    Why Sunrise Is the Best Time to Explore Rattlesnake Ledge

    Austin Johnson

    Rattlesnake Lake: A Hidden Gem in Plain Sight

    Rattlesnake Lake: A Hidden Gem in Plain Sight

    Andrew Hoang