Snoqualmie Falls
Snoqualmie, WA
A broad waterfall that drops into a gorge, seen from an observation deck a short walk from the parking area. Go after rain for the fullest flow, and visit on a weekday if you can, as weekends get crowded.
Snoqualmie Falls plunges 268 feet (82 m) and is about 100 feet (30 m) wide on average. The site is sacred to the Snoqualmie people: the first man and first woman are said to have been created here, and prayers rose with the mist to the Creator. In 2019 the Tribe bought the falls and the surrounding land. Plant 1, built at the falls in 1899, is regarded as the world's first completely underground power plant.
The grounds are a small park with a viewing platform, a lodge and picnic areas. A trail drops about 374 feet (114 m) toward the base of the falls. A visit takes roughly one to two hours. With more than 1.5 million visitors a year it is crowded on weekends, so a weekday is better.
- Nearest town
- Snoqualmie, WA
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 47.5415, -121.8377
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Snoqualmie Falls?
Snoqualmie Falls is in Snoqualmie, WA, at GPS 47.5415, -121.8377. It is about 23 mi from Seattle.
Can you camp near Snoqualmie Falls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camp Keller, about 2 mi away; within 25 mi there are 26 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Snoqualmie Falls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Pike Place Market (24 mi), Fremont Troll (25 mi), Sunrise, Mount Rainier (44 mi) and Tipsoo Lake (49 mi).
When is the best time to visit Snoqualmie Falls?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)