Snoqualmie Pass, WA

Travel Guide
Snoqualmie Pass
Its winter sports are the main lure of this enchanting village, but opportunities to enjoy the area’s gorgeous landscape abound in all seasons.

The little town of Snoqualmie Pass lies amid dramatic mountains carpeted with pristine white snow in winter, making this a popular spot with winter sports enthusiasts. Come at any time of year, however, to use this charming place as your gateway to stunning scenery and varied outdoor fun.

In the winter, grab your skis and head straight to the Summit at Snoqualmie. With varied slopes and excellent snowfall, the mountain is the key attraction at this time of year. Book lessons to increase your skills or to start as a beginner in separate classes for adults and children. Add some variety to your sports routine by trying the other activities offered, including tubing, snowboarding and ice-skating.

When the weather is warm, spend your days swimming, kayaking, fishing or canoeing. Take a picnic to Snoqualmie Falls, which are a dramatic 270 feet (80 meters) tall. Afterward, travel on Snoqualmie River in a kayak or set up for the day to do some serious fishing.

Set aside several days to hike along the stunning mountainside trails that weave all over the area. Bring your camera and expect to be treated to numerous picture-perfect vistas of Snoqualmie Valley along the way.

Give yourself a break by spending a day or two exploring the area’s indoor attractions. Travel back to 1890 with a visit to the Northwest Railway Museum, located within a wonderfully restored railway depot from the period. Board the museum’s Snoqualmie Valley Railroad, which runs along a scenic route to the nearby town of North Bend.

Drive the scenic mountain road that leads to Snoqualmie Pass. Admire beautiful views as you approach and get a sense of why this tiny town of only about 300 people draws so many visitors from Seattle and beyond. Many Seattle residents choose to have second residences here because they appreciate the complete change of pace from city life that the town offers.

Where to stay in Snoqualmie Pass

Snoqualmie Pass

Hyak

If you're spending some time in Hyak, Summit at Snoqualmie Summit East and Lake Keechelus Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.

Hyak
Stewart Lodge
Stewart Lodge
2.5 out of 5
805 West First Street, Cle Elum, WA
The price is NT$2,081 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$2,081
per night
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cle Elum. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (677 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

Stewart Lodge
Summit Inn
Summit Inn
2.5 out of 5
603 SR 906, Snoqualmie Pass, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$4,127 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
NT$4,127
per night
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this ski hotel in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (663 reviews)
"This hotel is conveniently located next to the Summit at Snoqualmie ski resort and Dru Bru Brewing. The rooms are pretty spartan and the beds were very firm, but the hotel was generally clean and the staff were very friendly. The attached Pancake House restaurant was actually really good. I'd stay ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/21

Summit Inn
Suncadia Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
Suncadia Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
4 out of 5
3600 Suncadia Trail, Cle Elum, WA
The price is NT$7,647 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
NT$7,647
per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Cle Elum. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (842 reviews)
"Great weekend getaway"

Reviewed on 2024/3/10

Suncadia Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sea Breeze Cottages
Sea Breeze Cottages
3 out of 5
131 Barnacle St, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"Super cute with everything you could need!"

Reviewed on 2024/2/18

Sea Breeze Cottages
Larkspur Landing Bellevue - An All-Suite Hotel
Larkspur Landing Bellevue - An All-Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
15805 SE 37th St, Bellevue, WA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bellevue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,785 reviews)
"Proximity to Bellevue."

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

Larkspur Landing Bellevue - An All-Suite Hotel
Larkspur Landing Renton - An All-Suite Hotel
Larkspur Landing Renton - An All-Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
1701 E Valley Rd, Renton, WA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Renton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,352 reviews)
"The staff are amazing!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

Larkspur Landing Renton - An All-Suite Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Snoqualmie Pass

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4/5 - Good

alex
May 29, 2020

Would go again, just stay somewhere different.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jan 5, 2020

Not much snow while we were there.

4/5 - Good

Ryan
Sep 23, 2019

Hurry and enjoy before Snoqualmie becomes overdeveloped & the mega-douches show up...

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Aug 19, 2019

There is a few cute restaurants and bars right across the street. The surroundings are beautiful. The hiking is easily accessible.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 17, 2019

The area is the main draw. The hotel knows that there really is no competition and no other restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 13, 2019

The snow was fantastic. Lots and lots of snow with snow banks 8 to 10 feet high!

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