Seattle Winter Exclusive | solotrekkingguide

Want to see snow,but not interested in skiing, steep climbs, or crowds?Snowshoeing at Lake Keechelus is perfect for you. 📍 Quick Info Location: Lake Keechelus (Snoqualmie Pass)✨Distance from Seattle: About 1 hour🌿Round-trip distance: Approx. 3 miles Difficulty: ⭐️ Flat terrain, no significant elevation gain✔️Best for: Snowshoe beginners / those wanting a relaxed snow walk 🚗 Parking & Permit Parking spot: 📍 Hyak Sno-Park Sno-Park Permit required for entry Staff are often at the entrance, and you can purchase on-site 💰Day Pass: $25💰Annual Pass: $125 🥾 Route Details (Important) Start from Hyak Sno-Park Follow the snow-covered NF-906 road alongside the highway—entirely flat Round trip is about 3 miles, ending at the lake ⚠️ Note: The original hiking trail is used for cross-country skiing in winter While you can snowshoe on it, it’s not ideal and the views are average 👉 If you just want an easy walk to the lake and snow, stick to the road route. 🤍 Actual Experience The path is quiet—peaceful pine forests, white snow, and lake views all the way. But note: Wind picks up noticeably at the lakeshore, so it can get chilly while taking photos. Bring a windproof jacket, hat, and gloves. You don’t have to finish the whole route or rush. Even just spending some time by the lake makes the trip worthwhile. 🌨️ How It Compares to Gold Creek Snowshoe Gold Creek: More scenic and popular, great for photos (especially on weekends) Lake Keechelus: More natural, spread out, and quieter 👉 Choose Gold Creek for pictures 👉 Choose Lake Keechelus for a calm, slow-paced snow walk #Seattle#Seattlelife#Seattleguide#Seattletravel#travelguide#solotrekking#trekkingguide