Iconic 268-foot roadside waterfall; free upper viewpoint, $7 fee for lower parking lot; fully ADA accessible viewpoint.
Free upper viewpoint parking lot; $7 fee for lower parking lot
Snoqualmie Falls is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic waterfalls, a 268-foot plunge visible from a free upper viewpoint parking area. The falls are privately owned and managed by Puget Sound Energy but are open to public viewing at no charge from the upper lot.
An optional $7 fee for the lower parking lot provides access to additional perspectives and closer viewing. The upper viewpoint is fully ADA accessible, making this an excellent option for wheelchair users and those with mobility limitations. The site is open year-round. The adjacent Salish Lodge & Spa offers dining and overnight accommodations for visitors interested in a longer stay.
Open year-round. The upper viewpoint parking is free and accessible in all seasons. The lower overlook ($7) offers additional perspectives if desired.
15-30 minutes
Fully ADA accessible viewpoint from the upper parking lot (free).
Free upper viewpoint parking lot; $7 fee for lower parking lot
It's viewable without a hike, from a pullout or short walk near the parking area.
We track 11 waterfalls in North Cascades, 3 of which are roadside like this one.
There are 3 other waterfalls we track in King County. All North Cascades waterfalls →
snoqualmiewa.gov
City of Snoqualmie official municipal website, checked Aug 2026. The falls and park are privately owned/operated by Puget Sound Energy; the city page was used as the official government source for visitor facts since it is the clearest government-run description available.
Checked August 2026.