Snow Lake
Early fall color appearing on shrubs
16 this month · 213 reports
Snoqualmie Region
The trail to Lodge Lake is in good condition with no snow. All reports from July through September indicate the road is suitable for all vehicles and parking is generally plentiful, even on weekends. Bugs have not been a significant issue this season. Fall colors are reportedly becoming extensive in the meadows and higher woods as of September 23, with some reports noting the colors were a bit dull on September 19. The shores of Lodge Lake are consistently described as muddy and not ideal for resting, with one report from September 19 mentioning a "stinky" path around the lake. Wildflowers were abundant earlier in the season, noted in August 20 and July 30.
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The trail to Lodge Lake is reported to be in good condition, with no snow as of September 23. It can be rocky in exposed sections and rooty in places, with some reports recommending sturdy footwear.
No significant obstacles have been reported on the trail. Reports from September 23 and September 19 confirm there are no real obstacles to address, though the path around the lake is very muddy.
Parking is generally plentiful and suitable for all vehicles as of September 23. There are no toilets at the Lodge Lake trailhead itself, but restrooms are available across the road at the Laconia Market/NFS building.
Fall colors are becoming extensive in the meadows and higher woods as of September 23, though one report from September 19 found them a bit dull. The lake shores are consistently described as very muddy and not suitable for resting or setting up a chair.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
This is an unassuming hike in a way. This past summer we hiked in the Dolomites in Italy and that gave me a new perspective on hiking hills that happen to be lift-served during the winter (and in Ital...
Early fall hike to Lodge Lake carrying baby on my back. We had partly sunny weather with a cool breeze.Parking/Privy/People:Only one other car in the lot 10am on a Wednesday morning. Encountered a few...
Fairly easy trail. The first part is open with mountain views. Meadows are in fall color, very pretty. Trail this part is a bit rocky. Good hiking shoes would be good for the ankles. Then the trail is...
I set out hoping to see some fall colors and find a nice spot to sit and test out my new backpacking chair, all on a trail I haven't done yet.The fall colors on the ski slopes were a bit dull, I thoug...
6/15/26 • Lodge LakeParking:We arrived around 8:30 AM. The parking lot had a few cars, but mostly empty.Trail Traffic:The trail was very quiet. We saw several people on our way back to the carTrail Co...
Plenty of parking on a Sunday at 11am. There’s no toilet at the trailhead but there are bathrooms at the Summit at Snoqualmie right next door. A nice and short moderate hike that takes you to two lake...
Another glorious day in this hot, dry August we are having. Air quality was great considering this is just west of the horrendous smoke in the eastern part of the state. This is a very sweet easy day ...
Arrived at the trailhead at 10:15am on a beautiful Thursday. A surprising number of cars were in the lot but parking here is more less unlimited. There are no bathrooms at the trailhead. The trail ...
The PCT might have a reputation for being cushy, but this section is rocky and rooty. Rigid footwear is advised.Maybe the best part of this hike is the first part, where it makes a traversing ascent ...
Easy to park, easy to hike. Great for young children too. Hiked with a five year old who managed just fine.I think the section crossing under the ski lifts is particularly mundane and the highway nois...