Snoqualmie Falls

There are places that instantly change the way you feel, and Snoqualmie Falls is one of them. The moment you step out of the car and hear the deep roar of water, everything else fades—no deadlines, no emails, just the sound of nature doing its thing. It’s a place where time seems to slow down, making it easy to forget how close Seattle actually is.

At 268 feet high, the falls are a must-see in any season. On colder mornings, steam rolls off the surface, catching the first sunlight. In the summer, the trees around the cliffs turn deep green, framing the water as it drops into the river below. Early in the day, it’s quiet, the crowd hasn’t arrived yet, and the falls seem even more powerful.

More Than Just a View

Most visitors stop at the main observation deck, and it’s easy to see why—it offers a clear, panoramic view of the waterfall. But there’s more to explore. A short trail leads down to the lower river area, where the sound of rushing water gets louder, and the mist feels cool even on a warm day. Along the way, the history of the falls unfolds: the Snoqualmie Tribe considers this a sacred site, and the hydroelectric plant, built in the early 1900s, still operates today.

For those who want to make a full day out of it, Snoqualmie Falls Lodge (now Salish Lodge & Spa) sits just above the falls. The restaurant serves breakfast with honey from their own beehives, and the spa is known for its river stone massages—though reservations book up fast. Nearby, the town of Snoqualmie offers small cafés, a historic railway museum, and quiet streets lined with mountain views.

A Stress-Free Trip with Astra Limousine

Getting here is easy, but parking on a busy weekend? Not so much. Instead of dealing with that, taking Astra Limousine makes the trip smoother—just sit back, enjoy the ride, and make the most of the day without worrying about the drive home.