Snoqualmie Falls WASHINGTON
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Walkers on a wide gravel trail under tall evergreen trees

Snoqualmie Falls in two hours

Walkers on the wide gravel trail through the forest, January 2015. Photo: Joe Mabel · Source · CC BY 3.0

Short on time? Two hours is enough to see Snoqualmie Falls from the top and the bottom, with a coffee to finish.

Updated · Independent visitor guide

Park and cross the footbridge

Park in the free main lot and take the covered footbridge over SR 202, or use the paid lot by the gift shop if walking is hard. Use the restrooms by the gift shop before you start. See parking for fees.

The upper deck and viewpoints

Spend 20 minutes on the upper deck and along the rim. Read the panels about the Snoqualmie People and the power plants, and take your photos before the crowds build.

Down to the lower viewpoint

Take the trail down: about 15 minutes to the bottom and a few more along the boardwalk past Plant 2 to the lower viewpoint. Allow 20 to 30 minutes for the climb back.

Coffee at the lodge, or straight on

Walk over to Salish Lodge for coffee in the café or a drink in the lounge. I-90 is about 10 minutes away if you are heading over Snoqualmie Pass. With more time, follow the day trip instead.

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Keep planning your visit

Snoqualmie Falls framed by yellow autumn leaves on the cliffsItineraryDay trip from Seattle

A full day out from Seattle that puts Snoqualmie Falls first, ahead of the crowds, then fills the afternoon with trains, a hike or the valley towns.

Salish Lodge on the cliff above the falls under a pink sunset skyAttractionSalish Lodge & Spa

Salish Lodge & Spa stands on the cliff at the very top of Snoqualmie Falls. It is a hotel and spa, but its restaurant, lounge, café and shop welcome day visitors too.

Cars parked below the covered pedestrian bridge at Snoqualmie Falls, with autumn trees behindPlan your visitParking

Parking at Snoqualmie Falls is free if you use the large lot across the highway. A small paid lot sits next to the falls, and a separate lot serves the lower park.