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Alta Mountain
Snoqualmie Region
updated 1 week ago
The access road to Alta Mountain is closed, making the trail impassable as of September 16. Prior to this closure, the trail was noted as difficult to navigate due to overgrown sections and downed trees, and it was challenging to find the path in places. Before the road closure, the trail was reported to be snow-free in July and August.
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The access road is closed, with a sign near the freeway indicating "Road closed 3 miles ahead" as of September 16. This closure makes the trail impassable.
The trail is currently impassable due to the road closure. Previously, as of July 11, the trail was noted as difficult to navigate with trees down, overgrown sections, and difficult-to-find sections. There were also reports of bugs being an annoyance on July 11.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Went up to give this a try, since the fires seem to have been brought under control.The access road is closed, with a sign near the freeway “Road closed 3 miles ahead.”
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Due to Three Queens Fire, many trails on the Cle Elum Ranger district and within the Alpine Wilderness are closed.Closure Order 06-17-03-2026-32Thank you for understanding, stay safe!
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Due to Fire Activity the following trails are closed and not accessible at this time:Rachel LakeRampart LakeLila LakeAlta MountainLake Lillian and Laura Backdoor - do not north of Lake LillianDo not g...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
It's steep at times, and the trail is a little hard to find, but the views at the top of Alta Mountain are worth it. Highly recommend downloading the route, as we took a couple of wrong turns trying t...
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Solo overnight at Rampart Lakes.Road is a bit washboarded and some potholes, but not too bad. Found a spot in the lot without issue at 3 pm.Trail up to Rachel Lakes is a really pleasant stroll along t...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Penultimate day of school for my three children which meant I had clearance for a long day hike. Dropped my daughter at middle school and drove East with some general ideas for a destination. Thorp ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Trail conditions:Normal.Bugs: A few and then a lot.Snow: No.Photos: None. The phone is in the shop. I have no photos from June 19th.Parking: tight.
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
I've been to Rachel and Lila lakes a few times over the years but somehow have never made it all the way up the ridge of Alta. Figured I would try out the backdoor since I've never entered the area th...
Older4 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Distance (RT): 10.6mi/17.1kmGain: 3462ft/1055mType: SoloGear (used):GTX Hiking boots, poles, microspikes, gaitersGear (unused):N/AGear (should have brought):N/ABugs:None observed at summit. Ticks spot...
Older12 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Overnight to Lila Lake. Didn't start hiking until about 2:45pm on Friday since my companion had to wait for her spouse to get home to watch the kids and I very dumbly forgot to pack a meal for dinner ...