What are the current snow conditions on Asgard Pass?

As of [October 26](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-27.092852671016), Asgard Pass had 1-3 feet of snow and was considered closed due to difficult route-finding conditions. Prior to this, on [October 17](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-18.163435121261), recent snowfall had melted, and the trail was mostly clear, though cold temperatures and wind were present. On October 8, the trail was reported snow-free, but conditions could quickly turn wintery with icy granite expected at higher elevations.

What is the status of the road access to the trailheads?

The road is generally described as rough but passable for most vehicles, requiring drivers to take it slow. On [October 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-23.102647097102) and [October 17](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-18.163435121261), the road was suitable for all vehicles. On September 19, the road was suitable for all vehicles, though parking was limited, requiring a walk back to the trailhead.

What are the general trail conditions in the Core Enchantments area?

Reports from [October 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-23.102647097102) indicate the trail is well-maintained with good grippy rock for scrambling. However, on [October 26](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-27.092852671016), snow blanketed the boulder fields, making navigation very difficult. Intermittent snow and ice were reported in the Core Zone as of October 8, making travel slow.

What are the current fall colors like?

As of [October 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-23.102647097102), fall colors were amazing at lower elevations but became more like a typical northwest wilderness hike at higher elevations. On October 10, larches were starting to come out and fall colors were peaking amongst alpine lakes and meadows.

The Enchantments

Central Cascades

updated 2 weeks ago

On October 26, Asgard Pass had 1-3 feet of snow and was considered closed, with boulder fields making route-finding very difficult. Lower elevations were snow-covered, with 2-6 inches reported near Colchuck Lake on the same date. By October 20, however, the trail was reported snow-free with good conditions. Previous reports from October 17 noted that recent snowfall had melted, and granite was grippy without crampons, though freezing temperatures and strong winds were encountered near the top of Asgard Pass. By October 8, the trail was snow-free, but hikers were advised to be prepared for wintery conditions and icy granite in higher areas. Parking is generally available, though the road is often rough but passable.

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What hikers ask about The Enchantments

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As of October 26, Asgard Pass had 1-3 feet of snow and was considered closed due to difficult route-finding conditions. Prior to this, on October 17, recent snowfall had melted, and the trail was mostly clear, though cold temperatures and wind were present. On October 8, the trail was reported snow-free, but conditions could quickly turn wintery with icy granite expected at higher elevations.