What is the condition of the road leading to the Davis Peak trailhead?

The road is generally described as rough but passable, with some reports recommending high clearance vehicles. One report from [July 23](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-24.181710177164) specifically mentions FS 134 being 'spicy' with big potholes and sharp rocks. Another from [June 30](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-06-30.223502934812) suggests parking off the main road if you have a low clearance vehicle.

Are there significant obstacles on the trail?

Yes, several blowdowns are noted on the trail, particularly in the first mile. Reports from [August 1](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-02.161304872401) and [June 30](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-06-30.223502934812) mention numerous trees down across the path, some requiring climbing or hurdling. However, these become less frequent as the trail gains elevation.

What is the current status of snow on the trail?

All reports from June 28 to August 11 indicate that the trail is snow-free. There is no mention of lingering snow in any of the provided trip reports.

What is the water source availability on the trail?

According to a report from [June 30](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-06-30.223502934812), there is no water source on the trail once you leave the river at the base. The hiker carried four full Nalgene bottles for their dogs and a hydroflask for themselves.

Davis Peak

Snoqualmie Region

updated 1 month ago

Multiple blowdowns are present on the trail, primarily in the first mile, with some requiring climbers to navigate over. These obstacles become less frequent as the slope increases. The trail reaches a burn area where heavy brush is encountered before regaining tree cover. Several reports mention the road to the trailhead being rough but passable, though some suggest high clearance vehicles are recommended. Parking is generally available, with one report noting a large lot near the trailhead. Wildflowers were sparse in some reports, while others mentioned them blooming at higher elevations.

Generated from 17 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Davis Peak

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 1 month ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

No trip reports on this trail in 1 month, so everything below is at least that old.

The road is generally described as rough but passable, with some reports recommending high clearance vehicles. One report from July 23 specifically mentions FS 134 being 'spicy' with big potholes and sharp rocks. Another from June 30 suggests parking off the main road if you have a low clearance vehicle.

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Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Section J - Snoqualmie Pass to Stevens Pass, Spectacle Lake, Pete Lake, Mineral Creek, Waptus Lake via Waptus River, Spade Lake, Waptus Pass, Waptus Burn, Escondido Lake, Cathedral Rock, Hyas Lake, Trail Creek, Lake Michael, Deep Lake, Peggy's Pond, Nosh Nosh Wahtum, Davis Peak, Kachess Ridge / Kachess Beacon, Silver Creek Tie, Easton Ridge, Thorp Lake, Thorp Mountain Lookout via Thorp Creek, Cooper River, Park Lakes, Glacier Lake, Ivanhoe Lake, Mount Margaret, Lake Lillian, Rachel Lake, Rampart Ridge - Rampart Lakes, Lila Lake & Alta Mountain — Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026

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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!

Davis Peak — Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026

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