Granite Mountain
3 days ago
Snowfields to cross, views of Rainier
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Palouse to Cascades Trail - The Tunnel
Snoqualmie Region
updated 1 week ago
The Palouse to Cascades Trail through the Snoqualmie Tunnel is currently snow-free and the road leading to it is suitable for all vehicles as of October 31. Recent reports indicate excellent trail conditions inside the tunnel, even in the dark, making it safe for all ages. Fall colors are beginning to appear near the tunnel entrance, adding a scenic element to the experience, as noted on September 5. The tunnel has been an attraction for seasonal events, with a Halloween crowd observed on October 31. Parking is plentiful and restrooms are well-maintained.
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What hikers ask about Palouse to Cascades Trail - The Tunnel
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The trail inside the Snoqualmie Tunnel is in excellent condition and very safe for all ages, even in the dark, as reported on September 5. Recent visitors on October 31 also found the trail to be in good condition.
The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles, with no issues reported as of October 31 and September 5.
No significant obstacles or hazards have been reported. The trail is described as safe for all ages, even in the dark, and is snow-free as of October 31.
Parking is reported to be plentiful, and the area features clean, well-maintained restrooms, according to a report from September 5.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Today is the last day to hike the tunnel for the season, and it was so fun to be part of the Halloween crowd to close it down. We saw so many fun costumes, but the best was the Gandalf stationed halfw...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
We hiked the Snoqualmie Tunnel yesterday with a large group that included young children. Everyone enjoyed the outing, and it made for a fun and easy day on the trail.The trail inside the tunnel is in...
Older13 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Access was easy, trail in great shape, not many people during the week.
Older13 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
The trail is a converted old railroad grade so it's gravel pack tight wide and clear the best possible for any kind of hiker no matter the disability. the tunnel is 2.3 mi long and just a beautiful co...
Older24 months ago
Snoqualmie Region
Great spooky hike, there were glowing baby heads and lights and graffiti throughout. Simple stroll through the tunnel to beautiful views.
Older24 months ago
Snoqualmie Region
The tunnel hike is a unique walking experience everyone should try at least once. We waited 20 minutes for the last party member to join us. This was my first time exploring the tunnel. Four of us agr...
Snoqualmie Region
We started our hike from the Annette Lake trailhead around 4 p.m. on Monday. There was only one other car in the lot when we arrived.We walked the Annette Lake trail until it intersected with the Palo...
Snoqualmie Region
Started my hike to the Snoqualmie Tunnel from the Annette Lake trailhead. I hiked the Annette Lake trail up to the Palouse to Cascade Trail, then headed eastbound. The former railroad grade is only 1....
Snoqualmie Region
This wasn't a hike but a ride from Rattlesnake Lake up to and through the Snoqualmie Tunnel. Arrived Cedar Falls parking area just past Rattlesnake Lake at about 8:30 where there was plenty of parking...
Older27 months ago
Snoqualmie Region
Taiwan team is visiting the office for nearly a month and I offered to take them somewhere 'unique'.I did Tigger in the morning and then drove upper to meet them and walk through the tunnel with them....