Rattlesnake Ledge
5 days ago
Fall colors are fading, lake is low
9 this month · 234 reports
Mount Si
Snoqualmie Region
updated 5 days ago
The trail to Mount Si is currently in excellent condition, with no snow reported as of November 5. Hikers have consistently noted the trail itself as being in good shape, describing it as a "smooth brown carpet" in places and generally free of significant obstacles. Parking has also improved, with the lot being recently fixed and now "in wonderful shape" as of November 5, and generally not being overcrowded, especially on weekdays. Some fall colors have been reported at the peak, with vine maples showing nice red colors and other plants starting to display fall colors. While generally clear, some reports mention occasional rougher spots on the trail that might be taxing on knees and ankles.
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What hikers ask about Mount Si
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The road to the trailhead is mostly suitable for all vehicles as of November 5. However, one report from October 4 noted the road as rough but passable, and another from September 26 described it as rough but passable. Another report from September 9 specifically mentioned "bathtub sized potholes" in the entry drive to the parking lot.
The most recent wildlife report was from August 23, where two black bears were encountered about 1.2 miles from the trailhead. The same report also mentioned seeing mountain goats in the distance from the summit and Canada jays begging for food.
The parking situation appears to be generally good, with reports indicating it is often not crowded, especially on weekdays. As of November 5, the parking lot is in wonderful shape after recent repairs, and as of October 24, it was never more than about a quarter full all day.
Most recent reports indicate no significant bug issues. Bugs were not bad as of October 17, and no bugs were reported on November 5, October 24, October 4, October 2, September 26, or September 20. However, one report from September 11 mentioned yellow jackets being an annoyance, and another from August 23 noted bugs were not too bad.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh5 days ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
This trip report is to thank whoever fixed the parking lot. it used to be covered with potholes and is now in wonderful shape, any car could make it through. The trail was also a wonderful shape today...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Beautiful day; great view to Rainier and Seattle from top.Parking lot never more than about a quarter full all day long.
Recent3 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Pretty cold at the Peak. Got bit by a couple of tiny spiders though.
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
LOST BROWN LEATHER WALLET - with initials “JK” on outside. Hiked early AM Sunday 10/4. I think it could be at summit near base of Haystack Rock. Please call, Jason 206.551.9031Thank You!
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
The trail was in good condition, few spots are rough on the knees and ankles
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Welcome emptiness in the parking lot this fair-weather Friday fall morning around 9am, maybe fewer than 10 cars and, almost 4 1/2 hours later, still plenty of parking available.There's not a lot to sa...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Training hike up Mount Si new trail with JeremyAnderson8 to break in his new 6000m Scarpa boots. Things had dried out from the previous storm, so we went up the Haystack as well, all the way to the to...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Back on Mt. Si after many years.It is the end of summer, when the days are still warm but the ground begins to cool more noticeably overnight. By 7am, North Bend was covered in fog, formed as the cool...
Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
The trail up to Mt Si is in superb condition. Conditions were clear and sunny with visibility to Mt Rainier and the Olympics. The entry drive to the parking lot has bathtub sized potholes - hopefully ...
Mount Si - Old Trail, Little Si, Boulder Garden Loop, Mount Si & Douglas Fir — Friday, Sep. 11, 2026
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I prefer loop trails so like this one over just the old or new Si trails. Nicer weather and less cloudy than expected but not really any long views until you get very close to the top. My dog and I s...