What is the current parking situation at the Snow Lake Trailhead?

The upper lot was nearly full and the lower lot was filling quickly by 8:15 am on [July 18](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-20.001555772230). On [August 27](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-28.163332795343), the Alpental parking lot was about half full at 10:30 am on a Thursday.

Are there any significant trail obstacles on the route to Wright Mountain?

The trail to Wright Mountain is described as steep and narrow with a few spots where it momentarily disappears, but it is generally easy to follow. There is a scramble at the top that is manageable without gear as of [July 18](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-20.001555772230).

What are the reported bug conditions?

Bugs were an annoyance and in full force, especially when stopping, as of [July 18](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-20.001555772230), with a recommendation to bring bug spray. However, subsequent reports from [August 2](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-03.100806814620) and August 27 state there were no bugs.

Are there any water crossings to consider?

Nobody has reported on water crossings for this trail.

Wright Mountain

Snoqualmie Region

updated 4 weeks ago

The trails around Wright Mountain are in good condition as of August 27 and August 2, with no snow reported. The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles according to reports from August 27 and August 2. While the trail to Snow Lake is popular and can be crowded, the ascent to Wright Mountain is described as a steeper but manageable addition with excellent 360-degree views, including a short boulder field and scramble at the top. Hikers can expect to find ripe berries along the trail between Snow and Gem Lakes, as noted on August 2, though bugs were an annoyance in mid-July according to a report from July 18.

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What hikers ask about Wright Mountain

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

The upper lot was nearly full and the lower lot was filling quickly by 8:15 am on July 18. On August 27, the Alpental parking lot was about half full at 10:30 am on a Thursday.