Rattlesnake Ledge
5 days ago
Fall colors are fading, lake is low
9 this month · 234 reports
Palouse to Cascades Trail - Homestead Valley to Mine Creek Trestle
Snoqualmie Region
updated 1 month ago
Current conditions for the Palouse to Cascades Trail between Homestead Valley and Mine Creek Trestle are generally good, with most recent reports indicating snow-free conditions as of September 26. Minor obstacles, such as one fallen tree and some path blockages due to storm damage, were noted on September 26. A significant washout previously noted around 2.8 miles east of the Ollalie biker's trail turnoff has been addressed with a fenced-off area and a new, gravel-covered bypass trail that safely circumvents the chasm, as of August 15 and August 3. Road access to trailheads like Mt. Washington appears suitable for all vehicles, though one report from September 26 mentioned the road being rough but passable. Hikers should be aware of the trail's popularity with cyclists and rock climbers, with many bicycles passing and some riding at high speeds, as noted on August 15 and July 18.
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What hikers ask about Palouse to Cascades Trail - Homestead Valley to Mine Creek Trestle
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As of September 26, the road was described as rough but passable. Another report from August 3 also indicated the road was suitable for all vehicles, suggesting general accessibility.
Minor obstacles like a single fallen tree were reported on September 26. While a significant washout was present previously, it has been bypassed by a new trail as of August 15.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older1 month ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
We started at the Mt. Washington trailhead for the Palouse to Cascades Trail, but saw the turn off for Twin Falls and decided to check it out since it had rained the night before. Coming from this dir...
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Exit 38 is CLOSED as of 8/17/2026.
Older2 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
The options for today weren't great with the dual threats of wildfire haze and thunderstorms, so I played it safe and just biked along my favorite rail-trail. At 11:30am the Rattlesnake trailhead was ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I got off of I-90 westbound at Exit 38 since the east bound exit is closed due to the WSDOT bridge over the South Fork Snoqualmie River being closed for bridge repair. I drove the SE Homestead Valley ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Misty morning out on this paved trail... a few bikers and lots of rock climbers out but otherwise fairly peaceful and quiet. Loved the large trestle bridges and expansive views of the mountains on my ...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
I’ve trekked this stretch many times, but this was my first time compelled to write a report.Arrived at 1130a on a beautiful Sunday morning in July to find a mostly empty parking lot. Pit toilet was i...
Older3 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Got to the trailhead around 8:45 on a Saturday morning. There were only about five other cars there. The weather was 60s and overcast. Lots of wildflowers and berries--many ripe thimbleberries, but a...
Older5 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Late report here… last week two friends and I hiked from the Homestead parking lot up and down to Twin Falls, spread a few ashes from my loved one, then headed back up to the Palouse to Cascades trail...
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
Walked the Palouse to Cascades (PTC) trail from Rattlesnake lake area out to the current closure point Sunday morning. The closure point remains just about exactly one mile past the turn to Cedar But...
Older7 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > North Bend Area
First, thanks to the last trip report for helping to understand that Homestead Valley to Mine Creek did not have any landslide damage. Even though the red text warning is on this hike. I looked at t...