Snow Lake
3 days ago
Intermittent snow and ice present
9 this month · 233 reports
Denny Creek
Snoqualmie Region
updated 4 days ago
The Denny Creek trail area is in excellent condition, with no snow reported as of November 6. The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles and parking is ample, as noted in multiple recent reports. While the trail up to the slide has good drainage, Franklin Falls may have more standing water. Hikers have enjoyed fall colors and plentiful mushrooms in the area, particularly on the hike to Keekwulee Falls, as of September 24. No bugs have been reported recently.
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What hikers ask about Denny Creek
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As of September 24, the trail to Keekwulee Falls was winding through beautiful scenery with fall colors and many kinds of mushrooms. Another report from August 26 also described the trail as having lots of visual interest.
As of August 11, crossing Denny Creek was not an issue with a very low water level, facilitated by a couple of logs. However, between the 'Slide' area and Keekwulee Falls, hikers have warned of large boulders and rough rocks as of September 24.
One report from November 6 mentioned seeing a bear along Denny Creek, which calmly ambled into the woods. No other specific wildlife sightings were noted in the provided reports.
The parking area serving as the starting point for several hikes in the Denny Creek area is described as expansive as of August 11. Recent reports from November 6 and September 24 do not indicate any issues with parking.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh4 days ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Denny Creek up to the slide has good drainage and the trail was perfect. Franklin has more wet standing water. Both trails in excellent condition and snow freeI did see a bear along Denny but he calm...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
*Three of us spent the day in the Denny Creek area hiking first to Franklin Falls and then to Keelwulee Falls.The Franklin Falls hike was short but beautiful – 2 miles, 337 ft. elevation gain. The tra...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Found your Invisalign left it with a pile of lost and found at the trailhead map.
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
On a sunny Wednesday morning, we had this trail almost to ourselves. (Not even any bugs to keep us company.) We went only as far as Keekwulee Falls (maybe 5 miles RT?), which was a reasonable workout ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
OverviewLooking for a hike with waterfalls, swimming holes, water slides, majestic peaks, and two alpine lakes with overnight camping options? This hike has it all. It is an excellent day hike or over...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
A tip for directions: enter “Franklin Falls trailhead” into Google Maps instead of “Denny Creek trailhead.” These trails share the same new parking lot now, but Google Maps will try to take you to an ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
I've avoided this one because I think it's one of those very crowded ones, but one benefit of going early on a drizzly day is that many stay away and the views are still good! I hiked up to Snowshoe ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Super fun hike with 4 other moms and their little! First creek play for most of our young crew. Water is already low. The crossing is dry with the wide log on the rock; nothing tricky whatsoever. Lots...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Trail was amazing today, zero blowdowns, water level on the creek and streams was low enough to cross without getting your feet wet. Hiked to upper Melakwa Lake and enjoyed the views of Chair and Kale...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
The trail was lovely! Meandering through woods, some nice log steps, and then getting to the waterfalls and pools was magical. Adults and kids alike cooling off in the river pools made this an awesome...