Snoqualmie Falls WASHINGTON
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Snoqualmie Falls hours and admission

Snoqualmie Falls Park is free and open every day of the year from sunrise to sunset. Only parking in the lots nearest the falls costs money.

Updated · Independent visitor guide

Hours and admission at a glance
PlaceHoursCost
Snoqualmie Falls ParkSunrise to sunset, dailyFree
ParkingPark hoursMain lot free; gift shop lot paid ($7 an hour listed in 2026); lower lot $7
Hydroelectric museumWed–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m., in seasonNo admission listed
Salish Lodge restaurantBrunch 8 a.m.–3 p.m.; lunch 11 a.m.–3 p.m.; dinner 5–9 p.m.Book ahead for weekend brunch
Salish Lodge lounge10 a.m.–9 p.m. dailyFirst come, first served
Snoqualmie Depot10 a.m.–5 p.m. dailyFree
Train Shed Exhibit Hall11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Wed–Mon, April–December$5–$10; free Wednesdays through Dec 16, 2026
Excursion trainWeekends April–October; Saturdays February–MarchAbout $28 adults, $24 seniors, $14 children

Is Snoqualmie Falls free?

Yes. Puget Sound Energy, which owns the park, charges no admission for the viewpoints, the trail or the lower park. You pay only to park in the small lot beside the gift shop or in the lower lot; the main lot across the highway is free. Our list of free things to do has more ways to save.

Park hours

The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset, including holidays, and its trails are open year-round. Plan to be back at your car by dark, especially in December, when the sun sets around 4:20 p.m. Check sunrise and sunset times before an early or late visit.

Hours at the museum, lodge and railway

The hydroelectric museum opens Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in season. At Salish Lodge, the lounge is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily and the restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner. The Snoqualmie Depot is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and free, while its trains run on weekends from spring through October. The table below has details.

Rules to know

Leashed dogs are allowed. Drones and other unmanned aircraft are banned. Barbecues are not allowed, but the picnic tables in the upper park are first come, first served. Stay behind railings and on marked trails, and do not climb past the end of the boardwalk at the lower viewpoint.

Frequently asked questions

What are the hours at Snoqualmie Falls?

The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Do you need tickets for Snoqualmie Falls?

No. There are no tickets or reservations. Entry is free.

Is Snoqualmie Falls open in winter?

Yes. The park and its trails are open year-round, and winter often brings the biggest flow.

Sources & current information

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