Snoqualmie Pass, WA

Travel Guide

Snoqualmie Pass featuring forests and mountains
Snoqualmie Pass which includes a house
Summit at Snoqualmie Summit Central which includes a small town or village
Summit at Snoqualmie Summit Central featuring a gondola
Photo by Jennifer Radman

Its winter sports are the main lure of this enchanting village, but opportunities to enjoy the area’s gorgeous landscape abound in all seasons.

The little town of Snoqualmie Pass lies amid dramatic mountains carpeted with pristine white snow in winter, making this a popular spot with winter sports enthusiasts. Come at any time of year, however, to use this charming place as your gateway to stunning scenery and varied outdoor fun.

In the winter, grab your skis and head straight to the Summit at Snoqualmie. With varied slopes and excellent snowfall, the mountain is the key attraction at this time of year. Book lessons to increase your skills or to start as a beginner in separate classes for adults and children. Add some variety to your sports routine by trying the other activities offered, including tubing, snowboarding and ice-skating.

When the weather is warm, spend your days swimming, kayaking, fishing or canoeing. Take a picnic to Snoqualmie Falls, which are a dramatic 270 feet (80 meters) tall. Afterward, travel on Snoqualmie River in a kayak or set up for the day to do some serious fishing.

Set aside several days to hike along the stunning mountainside trails that weave all over the area. Bring your camera and expect to be treated to numerous picture-perfect vistas of Snoqualmie Valley along the way.

Give yourself a break by spending a day or two exploring the area’s indoor attractions. Travel back to 1890 with a visit to the Northwest Railway Museum, located within a wonderfully restored railway depot from the period. Board the museum’s Snoqualmie Valley Railroad, which runs along a scenic route to the nearby town of North Bend.

Drive the scenic mountain road that leads to Snoqualmie Pass. Admire beautiful views as you approach and get a sense of why this tiny town of only about 300 people draws so many visitors from Seattle and beyond. Many Seattle residents choose to have second residences here because they appreciate the complete change of pace from city life that the town offers.

Where to stay in Snoqualmie Pass

Snoqualmie Pass

Hyak

If you're spending some time in Hyak, Summit at Snoqualmie Summit East and Keechelus Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Hyak
Summit Inn

Summit Inn

2.5 out of 5
603 SR 906, Snoqualmie Pass, WA
$129 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$144 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (832 reviews)
"Good value, great for hikers."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Summit Inn
Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more

Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more

Snoqualmie Pass
Book a stay at this ski cabin in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy laundry facilities, ski-in/ski-out access, and a pool table. Popular attractions East Peak Chairlift ...
7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)
Cozy Getaway Near Sno Parks
"Nice A-frame for a winter family getaway. Cozy and close to sno parks for cross- country skiing and snowshoeing. Loved the pool table!"

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025

Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more
Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet

Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet

Snoqualmie Pass
$323 nightly
The price is $353 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$353 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Summit Tubing Park and Central ...
Convenient and cozy
"Perfect spot for a family. Minutes from Snoqualmie Central, it made for easy commute to the ski area and tubing park. Owner is extremely responsive and very accomodative. We would definitely stay again with her in the future."

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2024

Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more

Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more

Snoqualmie Pass
Book a stay at this ski cabin in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy laundry facilities, ski-in/ski-out access, and a pool table. Popular attractions East Peak Chairlift ...
7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)
Cozy Getaway Near Sno Parks
"Nice A-frame for a winter family getaway. Cozy and close to sno parks for cross- country skiing and snowshoeing. Loved the pool table!"

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025

Delightful, family-friendly A-frame cabin w/ a pool table, foosball, & more
Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet

Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet

Snoqualmie Pass
Stay at this vacation home in Snoqualmie Pass. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Summit Tubing Park and Central ...
Convenient and cozy
"Perfect spot for a family. Minutes from Snoqualmie Central, it made for easy commute to the ski area and tubing park. Owner is extremely responsive and very accomodative. We would definitely stay again with her in the future."

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2024

Private Mountain Cabin - Pet friendly and fast internet
 3065 STUDIO with VIEW!!! Hike🏔bike, golf 🏌🏻@ Suncadia!

3065 STUDIO with VIEW!!! Hike🏔bike, golf 🏌🏻@ Suncadia!

Cle Elum
Stay at this apartment in Cle Elum. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Swiftwater Cellars and Roslyn Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

3065 STUDIO with VIEW!!! Hike🏔bike, golf 🏌🏻@ Suncadia!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Snoqualmie Pass

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
7
5 - Excellent 29%
4 - Good
11
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 21%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

alex

Would go again, just stay somewhere different.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Not much snow while we were there.

4/5 - Good

Ryan

Hurry and enjoy before Snoqualmie becomes overdeveloped & the mega-douches show up...

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There is a few cute restaurants and bars right across the street. The surroundings are beautiful. The hiking is easily accessible.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The area is the main draw. The hotel knows that there really is no competition and no other restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The snow was fantastic. Lots and lots of snow with snow banks 8 to 10 feet high!

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