What is the current snow situation on the trail?

As of [November 7](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-08.094246283475), snowfields are present and could be difficult, with spikes recommended. This is consistent with reports from [November 1](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-01.160310155113), where snowfields were encountered on the final mile. However, hikers on October 24 reported the trail as snow-free.

How is parking at the trailhead, especially on weekends?

Parking is very limited and fills up quickly. On [October 27](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-27.132845580268) and [September 26](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-26.195343291094), the lot was full by mid-morning, with cars parking on the shoulder and even along the roadside towards I-90. Arriving early is highly recommended.

Are there any significant trail obstacles like blowdown or major washouts?

Recent reports from October and November describe the trail as being in good condition with minor obstacles posing few problems, as noted on [November 1](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-01.160310155113). There have been no mentions of significant blowdown or major washouts in the provided reports.

What are the conditions like at the summit, particularly regarding wind and temperature?

The summit can be windy and cold, even on clear days. Hikers on [October 13](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-13.225705264220) reported it being super cold and needing a fleece, shell, and gloves. On [October 31](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-31.201337324683), it was also described as quite windy and cold.

Granite Mountain

Snoqualmie Region

updated 2 days ago

The trail to Granite Mountain is experiencing snowfields, particularly in the final stretch, making spikes and poles advisable, especially for descents as of November 1. While the road remains suitable for all vehicles, parking can become a significant issue, with the lot filling early on weekends, and overflow parking extending onto the shoulder and even towards I-90 by mid-morning on October 27 and September 26. Reports from mid-October indicate a clear trail with no snow, but recent accounts from early November highlight the presence of snowfields that can be difficult. Fall colors were noted through late October, but are likely gone by now. No significant bug issues have been reported recently.

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What hikers ask about Granite Mountain

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As of November 7, snowfields are present and could be difficult, with spikes recommended. This is consistent with reports from November 1, where snowfields were encountered on the final mile. However, hikers on October 24 reported the trail as snow-free.