Mailbox Peak
Snoqualmie Region
As of May 10, 2026, Mailbox Peak offers mostly snow-free trail conditions, though patches of mud are noted, particularly towards the top. Both the new and old trails are generally in good condition, with recent reports indicating cleared blowdowns on the new trail. Parking can be competitive; arriving early is recommended, especially on weekends, as both lots and roadside parking fill up. Some hikers report encountering numerous other people, and there are mentions of trash on the trail, including tissue and dog waste. Bugs have been noted as present near the summit and on the descent. Trekking poles are highly recommended, especially for the rocky, steep final ascent and descent.
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Arrived Sunday morning at 8:15 with a few spots open to park in the lower lot. Hikes the new trail and measured distance and time on my smart watch from the gate. Total length was 12.5 miles in 6 hour...
I got to the trailhead a little before 7am. The lower lot was full, but there were still a few spots available in the upper lot. They were filling up quickly by the time I was geared up and ready to g...
What a beautiful view, but you pay for it! On the way up it hurts mentally, on the way down it hurts physically, embrace the hurt and enjoy the view!
Took advantage of the beautiful weather to hike Mailbox Peak for the first time - and a lot of other people seemed to think the same thing! Showed up to both lots full around 9:30am and a line of cars...
Parking was full AT 7:45AM when I arrived and I was one of the first to park on the shoulder of the road (but no ticket for it when I got back.) Old trail up and it's in decent shape though the part j...
Perfect, snow-free conditions with a completely clear trail and a comfortably warm summit. Hikers should be prepared for full sun exposure above the treeline. Please help pack out minor garbage scatte...
Lots of parking at 8am—about half a dozen cars in each lot. The trail was mostly dry and easy to follow with beautiful views at the top!
All the snow is gone. Some mud but nothing major. Plenty of parking spots at 9am this morning.
Trail's in great condition. A few splotches of mud towards the top, and there's still some patches of snow at the peak, but all manageable. Had a few minor slips on the way down due to mud, microspike...
This was our first time up the Mailbox Peak trail . We took the new trail, because we figured that would be a better introduction for a couple of elderly virgins on this trail.The road in was fine, t...
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