Snow Lake
1 week ago
Early fall color appearing on shrubs
16 this month · 213 reports
Talapus and Olallie Lakes
Snoqualmie Region
updated 5 days ago
The trails to Talapus and Olallie Lakes are in good condition, with no snow reported as of September 20th. The roads leading to the trailhead are generally passable, though some reports mention them being rough with potholes, while others describe them as suitable for all vehicles. Parking can be a challenge, with the lot frequently full, especially on weekends, leading to overflow parking along the road. Hikers are encountering fall colors, particularly at Talapus Lake, with some reports noting vine maples turning yellow and orange. There are no significant bug issues reported. The trails offer a good mix of terrain and are popular with families and dog owners.
Generated from 188 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.
What hikers ask about Talapus and Olallie Lakes
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Reports from September 20th describe the road as rough but passable, while an earlier report from September 15th stated it was suitable for all vehicles. It's advisable to drive cautiously due to potential rough sections.
The parking lot is frequently full, even on weekdays. On weekends, expect overflow parking along the road, with some reports mentioning cars parked up to a mile away. Arriving early is recommended.
The trails are generally in good condition with no snow. Some reports mention mud in places, and there are roots and rocks to navigate, but they are not described as major obstacles as of September 20th.
Fall colors are beginning to appear. A report from September 20th mentioned fall foliage, and another from September 8th specifically noted fall colors starting at Talapus Lake, with pretty vine maples on a switchback.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh5 days ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Beautiful and well maintained trail. Good mix of flat vs elevation gain.
Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
A quick jaunt up to Talapus Lake as I haven't been there in a while. A very well maintained trail with an easy steady grade. Approaching the parking had overflow parking signs like for a half mile bef...
Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Rain made me pivot from the hike I had planned to a loop around Olallie Lake. This turned out to be a great rainy day hike, and it was nice to see a good ground-soaking given the wildfires near Snoqua...
Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
The trail was in good condition and so was the weather. It is an easy to moderate hike for a middle aged person who is fairly active
Recent1 week ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Got to TH at 10:45am and parking lot was full and about 20 cars parked on road side.Left at 11:15 and got back to car around 3:45. Hit both lakes. Great hike with mild elevation. Rather busy on a Satu...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
This one way hike has been on my list for a long time and today a friend and I finally did it. It totaled about 13.5 miles and around 3000 feet of gain according to maps and apps (both stats are a bit...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Ample parking on a Tuesday at 10 am, the road is scheduled to be closed later this month so we were happy to have a perfect day to hike. Trail conditions were great. No trash at either lake or dogs ba...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
Really great shaded hike for anyone that wants a moderate hike. Floor has mulch, dirt and media/big sizd rocks, with trail having moderate/difficult inclination throughout. Bathrooms found before star...
Recent2 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
We started around 10 AM on a beautiful sunny day. The road to the trailhead is gravel, but it was in good shape.There were no potholes, so a regular car should have no problem getting to the trailhead...
Recent3 weeks ago
Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass
I got in my 1st backpack of the yr! I was out of town for work most of the summer, but better late than never!Road conditions to the TH: There were a few potholes along the way but it was manageable ...