Oxbow Loop Trail
Snoqualmie Region
As of June 20, 2026, the Oxbow Loop Trail is in excellent condition. The trail is clear of snow and obstacles, with a gravel surface suitable for all hikers. Wildflowers are abundant, and the forest is lush and green, with bird activity reported. Berries are also noted as being out.
Parking is available at both the northern and southern trailheads; the southern lot can fill up, but the northern lot is generally less crowded. Restrooms are available and reported to be in working order as of June 12th. The trail, including a spur to the river, is approximately 2.1-2.2 miles with minimal elevation gain, making it ideal for families and those seeking a mellower hike.
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This is a lovely spot for a short, rewarding hike. This time of year, the contrast between the fresh green and the reddish-brown moss is pronounced. Among the broad-leafed trees, there are also some r...
A really beautiful morning for a hike at Oxbow Lake! I wanted to show off the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Valley to some east coast family visiting, but my cousin was injured so we couldn't do anything wit...
Beautiful trail! There is a great lookout at the 2nd parking area and we did dip our feet in the river too. The views of the lake are grand and the trail is in great condition. Perfect for our 3 year ...
a great introductory hike for our toddler who walked part way and lived finding the flowers. All the adults loved it too.
This hike has amazing views, but is short and has almost no elevation, so a pretty accessible trail. It's great for outings with friends who like mellower hikes completely away from city sounds.We hea...
I've passed up this short hike many times driving up and back on the Middle Fork road. This time I purposefully chose it as a 'rehab' hike as I recover from an injury.The forest is quite lovely and th...
This is a lovely short, wide and easy trail, good for the whole family. It's too short to be a destination for me, but it's great as an add-on to short hikes up this road like Garfield Ledges or Prat...
Did this in the mid-late afternoon on a Wednesday, which allowed us to see the sun shining on the gorgeous peaks, ie Russian Butte, to the east. I didn't expect this walk to be so pleasant. Almost no ...
Arrived at the trailhead at around 11am on a warm sunny Monday. Just a couple of other cars in the small lot. I was looking for a short hike with minimal elevation gain - this one fit the bill and h...
The trail is in good condition. Mostly dry, with only a few wet and muddy spots, and a few small fallen trees to step over.
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