Snoquera Falls Loop
Mount Rainier Area
As of April 25, 2026, the Snoquera Falls Loop is experiencing spring conditions with active snowmelt contributing to strong waterfall flows. Snow is melting but may still be present on higher or less traveled sections, particularly on the clockwise route to the falls, as noted on April 9. Waterproof footwear is recommended for creek crossings near the falls, as they can be wet and slippery (April 18).
Numerous downed trees are present throughout the loop. While most are passable with climbing or crawling, some are more challenging, especially for smaller individuals or those with dogs (April 10, March 26, April 6). Reports of ticks are also present, with sightings on April 9, April 18, and April 6. The road and parking lot were snow-free as of January 31. Wildflowers, including trilliums and an orchid, have been spotted (April 25).
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We left the trailhead around 4 pm and hiked the full loop counter clockwise. The trail to the falls was in good condition with just a few trees over the trail. The falls were beautiful with snow melt ...
Great time of the year to admire these spectacular falls before they dry up during summer. No muddy sections to speak of, just be careful not to slip when crossing the creek at the bottom of the falls...
Hike counterclockwise from parking lot to falls, returned same way. Saw 2 goats on cliffs to left of falls. There were 7 downed trees. I’m 4’10” and 78 years. All downed trees werepassable but diff...
Did the loop in a clockwise direction. Didn’t actually intend to do the loop but ended up going the long way to the falls and didn’t realize until about a mile in, so we just went with it. There are m...
We only hiked counter-clockwise up to the falls and back, didn’t do the whole loop. Trail was in good condition, but several downed trees across the trail that we had to climb over or crawl under. We ...
It's a GREAT time of year to do this hike. The sun was out, there was a fresh layer of powdery snow, and the falls were putting out a ton of water. There were 8 blowdowns across the trail going clockw...
Crossing the creek under the falls was a little sketchy. You might get your boots wet. The falls were frozen, but with the warmer temps the ice was melting. A huge section of the frozen falls came cra...
Did the entire loop and there were a few trees down but they were easy to navigate.Not a lot of flow at the falls.Toilet facility was open.
Parking lot was snow and ice free as was the trail up to the falls ( went ccw). Lots of trail work evident on the trail (very much appreciated). There is still lots of storm debris off to the sides of...
Hiked up to Snoquera Falls counterclockwise and returned the same way. Total hike was just 3 miles and about 700 feet altitude gain.There were a little snow and ice in the parking lot. The temps were ...
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