Easy hikes and walks in Snoqualmie Forest

More water after rain, upper and lower view.

The end of the Snoqualmie Falls is a great place to stop for a mid-run break to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Snoqualmie Falls. The falls are a popular waterfall, where the water cascades 270 feet to a pool below.

Great viewpoint from which you can admire the Snoqualmie Falls.

Snoqualmie Falls is a 268-foot waterfall and is one of Washington's most popular scenic attractions. The falls were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. You will need to park your bike to view the falls, since cycling isn't allowed on the observation deck.

A waterfall that is characterized not only by its size, but above all by its mystical history. The sound of the masses of water cascading down over a 30-meter-wide cliff edge captivates everyone. With an impressive height of 82 meters - more than twice as high as Niagara Falls - the Snoqualmie River shows all its power and energy here. But Snoqualmie Falls is not only a place of natural beauty, it is also deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Snoqualmie People Indian tribe. Here, in this powerful place, they saw not only a burial place, but also a sacred site for prayers and rituals. Legends say that the falls are the place where the moon created the first man. The rumbling of the water and the fine spray in the air make this belief tangible. The falls are not only known for their natural beauty. For many they are also a place of nostalgia, as in the 90s they served as the backdrop for the iconic TV series "Twin Peaks". Your route to the falls takes you along Railroad Ave, using the gift shop at the parking lot as a guide. After you have parked your car in the free parking lot, a pedestrian bridge leads directly to the viewing point. Just follow the increasingly loud roar of the water. During your visit it is worth exploring the surrounding area. A walk downstream gives you a glimpse of the Snoqualmie Lower Falls, which are smaller but just as worth seeing. And anyone interested in technology and history should not miss the historic hydroelectric power station from the 19th century, which is now listed as a Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.

This is a hike through an active working forest to the peaceful Loch Katrine. Hiking on logging roads may not seem appealing at first, but Loch Katrine is well worth the journey. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Be aware that this hike is on private property, and a day permit is required for entry.:( You can also carry on from the trail to forge your way up to Twin Peaks by following the ridge.

The Moss Lake Natural Area is comprised of 372 acres of high-quality wetland and forested upland habitats. An extensive Class 1 wetland complex encompasses a large sphagnum bog, beaver dams, open water and forested wetland. There is a limited trail system on the site, and users include hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers. There is a pit toilet and a parking lot for up to 16 cars or 10 cars and three busses.

Get a clear, if slightly zoomed-out, view of thundering Snoqualmie Falls at this viewpoint.