What is the current status of the road leading to the Cedar Butte trailhead?

The road is suitable for all vehicles as of [September 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-21.135714363129). It was reported as impassable/closed on [October 2](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-02.162028332840), which is a very recent report. This suggests checking the most current conditions before heading out.

Are there any significant obstacles on the trail, such as blowdown or overgrowth?

Most recent reports indicate the trail is clear of major blowdown. However, [July 10](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-10.161719371634) mentioned a surprising number of smaller, recent blowdowns that were easy stepovers, and [August 6](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-08.095715918170) noted some sections were starting to get a bit overgrown. Prior to that, August 27 stated that all blowdown had been cleared and the trail was not nearly so brushy.

What are the parking and access details for the trailhead?

Parking is available at the Palouse to Cascades lot, which requires a Discovery Pass. This lot is generally less busy than others in the area, with reports from [August 27](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-28.081019320110) and [July 10](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-10.161719371634) noting ample spots. Restrooms at the trailhead were open and in good condition as of August 27.

Are there any reported issues with bugs on the trail?

Bugs have not been a significant issue on recent hikes. Several reports from [September 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-21.135714363129), [September 12](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-12.174250491805), September 3, and August 6 explicitly state 'no bugs'. Earlier reports from July 11 and July 10 noted that bugs were not too bad and a light application of insect repellent was sufficient.

Cedar Butte

Snoqualmie Region

updated 1 month ago

The road to Cedar Butte is suitable for all vehicles as of September 20. The trail itself is generally in good condition, with September 12 and September 20 reporting no downed trees or significant overgrowth. However, August 6 noted some spots starting to get a bit overgrown, and July 10 mentioned more recent, smaller blowdown across the trail, though these were easy stepovers. The trail splits into two paths near the summit; the left is more direct and steeper, while the right is longer and more gradual, though it was reported as more overgrown in September 12. Parking is available at the Palouse to Cascades lot, which requires a Discovery Pass and was not as busy as other nearby lots as of August 27 and July 10.

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The road is suitable for all vehicles as of September 20. It was reported as impassable/closed on October 2, which is a very recent report. This suggests checking the most current conditions before heading out.