Bigfoot's Basecamp

Mountain Conditions

A quick check before you head into the mountains.

Weather can change fast at Snoqualmie Pass. Before skiing, hiking, or sightseeing, check roads, weather, and mountain operations here so the day starts on the right foot.

Today's Essentials

Check Before You Go

Roads can change fast up here. We like to check these before loading the car, grabbing coffee, and heading out.

Current Weather

Check the latest weather forecast for Snoqualmie Pass.

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Before You Drive

Current pass conditions, weather, travel restrictions, chain requirements, and live cameras for Snoqualmie Pass.

View I-90 Conditions

Summit at Snoqualmie

Planning a ski day? Check lift status, terrain openings, tubing, Nordic trails, lessons, events, and operating hours before heading out.

Visit The Summit

Winter Mountain Checklist

A Quick Before-You-Go Scan

Chain Requirements

Winter Rules Can Change Fast

Summer Conditions

Warm Weather Checks

Hiking Summer

Trail Conditions

Check recent trail reports before hiking.

Air Quality Late Summer

Wildfire Smoke

Review current air quality during late summer, especially if smoke is in the forecast.

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Snoqualmie Pass area

Preliminary data · Updated hourly from AirNow

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Spring Water

River Crossings

Snowmelt can make creek crossings higher during spring.

Sunrise & Sunset

Plan Around the Daylight

Mountain days are better when you know how much daylight you've got. Check sunrise and sunset before longer hikes, scenic drives, or winter travel.

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Sunrise and sunset are calculated locally for Snoqualmie Pass using NOAA's standard solar calculation method.

Driving Tips

A Smoother Trip Up the Pass

Winter Roads

Winter Driving

  • Drive slower than normal.
  • Increase following distance.
  • Avoid sudden braking.
  • Keep emergency supplies in your vehicle.
Summer Roads

Summer Driving

  • Watch for wildlife.
  • Be aware of cyclists.
  • Expect weekend traffic.

These links are a starting point for planning. Conditions can change quickly, so check the latest official updates before leaving Basecamp.

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