Franklin Falls
Snoqualmie Region
Franklin Falls conditions as of March 7, 2026, indicate a mixed experience due to winter conditions. The road to the trailhead is intermittently snow-covered and can be slippery, with some reports mentioning fallen trees. Parking is available along the closed winter road sections, though it can be busy. Expect the last 2-2.5 miles of SE Denny Creek Road to be blocked.
The trail itself transitions from paved road to packed snow. While some found spikes unnecessary as of January 31st, others noted packed, slippery snow on February 15th. A shortcut via "wagon rd" can shorten the walk back to the main road. Total trip distance is approximately 4 miles round trip from where parking is possible.
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I parked at the Snoqualmie ski resort off Erste Strasse then walked down the side of Alpental rd. I cut across Alpental once I saw the sign for the recreation pass site. Walked 30 min down the road un...
Went on the weekend with 7 year old. Took exit 52, the last 2-2.5miles of the road are blocked/closed for winter (SE Denny creek road). Parked on the road (busy parking as skiers were parking along th...
Lovely hike on a warm dry morning. The walk on the road is snow-free pavement up until the Denny Creek campground. From there until the falls is firm compact snow. Used poles only didn’t need spikes b...
We chose a wet day to do this short hike. It was raining the whole time. The trail is in good conditions but make sure to have waterproof clothing and shoes because there are a lot of puddles. The fal...
Some mud & standing water
Two trees down on the forest service Road leading to the parking lot, make getting to the parking lot inaccessible
Stopped by the Franklin Falls trailhead at around 3pm on a Saturday afternoon for a quick hike. Unexpectedly for a dark, rainy afternoon, the Denny Creek road down from Snoqualmie Pass was weirdly bu...
We arrived around 0930 and the main lot was pretty open. Leashed up the dog and headed downstairs and across the street to the trailPlease note you have to cross the road to get to the trail. Cars are...
Well maintained, toilets at trailhead. Did it in the rain to avoid the crowds! Glad we did, a little slippery close to the falls.
easy hike -- the last few steps to get down to the falls might be a little precarious for older folks, younger children but nothing too crazy.took about 40 min to get to the falls even with a few stop...
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