What is the condition of the creek crossing?

The bridge at the creek crossing has washed out. However, the water was low as of [October 11](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-11.194304867385), making it an easy crossing. This crossing is a relic compared to past years when a double log served as a bridge.

Are helmets necessary for this hike?

Helmets are highly recommended for the ascent and descent of Red Mountain due to the loose rock scree. Several reports, including those from [October 11](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-11.194304867385) and [October 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-12.184146944879), mention the potential for dislodging rocks and close calls.

What is the current status of the WTA trail closure notice?

Although the trail has been open for some time, the WTA website may still show a closure notice due to the Three Queens fire. The trail was confirmed open as of [October 12](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-12.101537117399) and [October 11](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-11.194304867385), with hikers noting it has been open for at least two weeks prior to those reports.

What are the parking conditions like?

As of [October 11](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-11.194304867385), the PCT parking lot was nearly full by 8:30 a.m. on a Saturday, suggesting that arriving early is advisable, especially on weekends.

Red Mountain (Commonwealth Basin)

Snoqualmie Region

updated 4 weeks ago

The trail to Red Mountain in Commonwealth Basin is currently open and clear of snow, with the road accessible to all vehicles. Recent reports from October 11 and October 3 confirm no bugs. However, the final ascent and initial descent involve navigating loose rock, prompting recommendations for helmets due to the potential for dislodged stones, as noted on October 11 and October 3. There is a creek crossing where the bridge has washed out, but water levels are reported as low as of October 11. The WTA website may still list the trail as closed due to the Three Queens fire, but it has been open since at least October 12.

Generated from 23 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Red Mountain (Commonwealth Basin)

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 4 weeks ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

No trip reports on this trail in 4 weeks, so everything below is at least that old.

The bridge at the creek crossing has washed out. However, the water was low as of October 11, making it an easy crossing. This crossing is a relic compared to past years when a double log served as a bridge.