What is the current snow depth and condition on the trail?

As of [March 2, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-02.203255221131), north-facing aspects had 6-12 inches of snow, but the trail was melting fast with bare spots. On [February 28, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-28.185010646172), the snow depth ranged from one to three inches in the lower section. Reports from February 28, 2026 and February 26, 2026 also described the snow as soft and sticky in places due to warmer temperatures.

What are the recommended traction devices for the trail?

Traction devices or microspikes were sufficient for most of the trail on [February 28, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-28.185010646172) and [January 19, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-01-20.111556232633). Sturdy winter boots also worked well, as noted by a group on February 28, 2026. Some individuals carried snowshoes but found them only necessary for the last section of the trail, according to a report from January 19, 2026.

What is the road access and parking situation like?

The drive up Highway 97 indicated a low snowpack, which continued at the trailhead on [February 28, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-28.185010646172). The Sno-Park lot adjacent to the trailhead was empty on a Saturday morning in late February, as noted on February 28, 2026. Another report from [February 26, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-26.180012440175) also mentioned no other cars in the lot around 10:30 AM.

Are there any significant trail obstacles reported?

The primary obstacle reported is the variable snow cover, with bare spots appearing as the snow melts. On [March 2, 2026](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-02.203255221131), skiers had to take off their skis for short stretches due to these bare areas. The trail is generally a well-packed road, making it suitable for walking with appropriate footwear, but softer snow exists on the sides.

Wenatchee Crest Snowshoe (Blewett Pass)

Central Cascades

updated 6 months ago

The Wenatchee Crest Snowshoe trail at Blewett Pass is experiencing limited snow cover, with reports from early March indicating melting conditions and bare spots. On March 2, 2026, skiers noted 6-12 inches of snow on north-facing aspects, but the trail was melting fast with bare patches appearing. Traction devices or sturdy winter boots were generally sufficient, especially for the lower sections, as noted by hikers on February 28, 2026 and February 28, 2026. Snowshoes were considered optional for parts of the trail, particularly for the last section, according to a report from January 19, 2026. Parking at the Sno-Park was available on weekends, with earlier starts recommended for solitude, as observed on February 28, 2026. Views of surrounding mountain ranges, including the Stuart Range and Mount Rainier, were reported as excellent when the weather was clear.

Generated from 19 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Wenatchee Crest Snowshoe (Blewett Pass)

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 6 months ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

No trip reports on this trail in 6 months, so everything below is at least that old.

As of March 2, 2026, north-facing aspects had 6-12 inches of snow, but the trail was melting fast with bare spots. On February 28, 2026, the snow depth ranged from one to three inches in the lower section. Reports from February 28, 2026 and February 26, 2026 also described the snow as soft and sticky in places due to warmer temperatures.