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Snoqualmie Pass

Spend 1–2 days for skiing or summer hikes; a day is enough if you only ride the lifts, add a night for cabin stays or backcountry.

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Snoqualmie Pass is a ski resort and summer trail hub about an hour from Seattle. The four Summit bases are linked by a free shuttle, so a single day covers most lifts. Overnight cabins or nearby towns let you explore backcountry hikes or relax after a full day on the slopes.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
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Best months
Dec–Mar for snow, Jul–Sep for hiking
avoid Nov–Dec (early season limited runs), Jan (heavy snow may close roads)
Airport
SEA
Nights
1–2
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
  • North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
  • North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
  • North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
  • United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
  • United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
  • United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
  • United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Snoqualmie Pass, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at resort café$3–$5
  • Street or quick mealPizza slice (Pie For the People)$4–$6
  • Budget bedMotel in North Bend (double), a night, per roomUS$90
  • Mid-range bedSummit Inn room (double), a night, per roomUS$150
  • High-end bedSummit Inn room (double), a night, per roomUS$220

A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$130 · High US$200

Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Summit at Snoqualmie ski areaAlpine Lakes Wilderness trailheadsMountains to Sound Greenway scenic drive
Airports
SEA Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport (About 55 mi (≈ 90 km (56 mi)) west via I‑90; shuttle or rental car to Snoqualmie Pass.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Care

    5°C (41°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    7°C (45°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    11°C (52°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    15°C (59°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    20°C (68°F)

  6. Jun

    not flagged

    25°C (77°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    24°C (75°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    18°C (64°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    11°C (52°F)

  12. Dec

    Care

    6°C (43°F)

Best: Feb–Mar, Jul–Sep. Mixed: Dec–Jan. Avoid: Nov. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F) low), wettest Dec (10 rain days), driest Jun (4). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Snoqualmie Pass: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

5°C (41°F)

−2°C (28°F)

8 rd

Feb

7°C (45°F)

0°C (32°F)

7 rd

Mar

11°C (52°F)

2°C (36°F)

6 rd

Apr

15°C (59°F)

5°C (41°F)

5 rd

May

20°C (68°F)

9°C (48°F)

5 rd

Jun

25°C (77°F)

13°C (55°F)

4 rd

Jul

28°C (82°F)

16°C (61°F)

4 rd

Aug

28°C (82°F)

16°C (61°F)

5 rd

Sep

24°C (75°F)

12°C (54°F)

6 rd

Oct

18°C (64°F)

7°C (45°F)

7 rd

Nov

11°C (52°F)

2°C (36°F)

9 rd

Dec

6°C (43°F)

−1°C (30°F)

10 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Free Summit Shuttle runs between Summit West, Central, East and Alpental during ski season. In summer, park at trailheads and walk; no public transit beyond the I‑90 exits.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Seattlego

Door to door: ≈ 1 h 30 min

I‑90 west, about 55 mi, 1 h 15 min drive

City attractions, dining and culture; return same day.

North Bend

go

Door to door: ≈ 30 min

Exit 52 west, 5 mi, 10 min drive

Base town with hotels, restaurants and the historic Twin Peaks filming sites.

Leavenworthcaution

Door to door: ≈ 2 h

I‑90 east to US‑2 north, about 70 mi, 1 h 30 min drive

Scenic Bavarian‑style village; good for a longer day or overnight stay.

Mount Baker

skip

Door to door: ≈ 3 h

I‑90 east to US‑2 north, then US‑20 east, about 120 mi, 2 h 30 min drive

Long drive for a day; better as an overnight ski trip.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Summit Inn

Hotel at the resort; ski‑stay packages $110–$220 per night, includes shuttle and meals.

North Bend

Nearby town with chain hotels and motels, 10‑min drive west.

Cle Elum

East‑side town, 15‑min drive, budget inns.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
$80–$110 excl. bed
Mid
$130–$170 excl. bed
High
$200+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Summit Inn room (double)1 × 1 night × US$150US$150
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$130US$260
Summit lift ticket (day)2 × US$120 · 2026 estimate; check official site for exact price.US$240
Sno‑Park permit (state park parking)2 × US$10 · Check at park entrance.US$20
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeUS$67
Trip total≈ US$369 per person per day, bed includedUS$737

Includes lift ticket and shuttle.

2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Coffee at resort café$3–$5
Pizza slice (Pie For the People)$4–$6
Ski rental (full day)$45–$70
Sno‑Park daily permit$10

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Generally safe for visitors; main hazards are winter road closures and backcountry avalanche zones.
  • I‑90 can close for avalanches or snowstorms; check WSDOT real‑time info before driving.
  • Avalanche risk above resort boundaries in winter – consult Northwest Avalanche Center.
  • Bear safety in forest areas; keep food sealed and stay on trails.

Emergency numbers

Police / Fire / Ambulance
911

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Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • I‑90 Seattle → Snoqualmie Pass (car): about $0.30 per mile, ~55 mi round‑trip; fuel ≈ $12 (check gas prices).
  • Summit Shuttle (free): Runs between all resort bases during ski season.

Say or show

  • ¿Dónde está la parada del shuttle? — Where is the shuttle stop?
  • ¿Tiene un boleto de telesilla para hoy? — Do you have a lift ticket for today?
  • ¿Cuánto cuesta el pase de día? — How much is a day pass?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Snoqualmie Pass. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–Mar for snow, Jul–Sep for hiking · avoid Nov–Dec (early season limited runs), Jan (heavy snow may close roads) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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