I-90
- Asahel Curtis
- Annette Lake
- Gold Creek
- Hyak
- Kachess
- Crystal Springs
- Cabin Creek
- Lake Easton
- Easton Reload
- Salmon La Sac
- Elk Heights
- Cle Elum River Campground*
ASAHEL CURTIS
Snoqualmie Ranger District
Phone:
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL PERMIT REQUIRED
New Asahel Curtis Sno-Park
Daily or seasonal sno-park permits required for parking at this location
Directions: Exit 47 before Snoqualmie Pass, a plowed access (parking alongside the road) road into the picnic area loop.
Two outhouses at loop end, and a great location along a winter creek for snow play.
Snowshoeing along the closed forest service road toward Denny Creek is popular for longer day trips.
Your sno-park permit pays for road plowing, sanitation, and for snow play, and snowshoe access on trails and closed roads.
Restrooms, designated snow play area, no overnight camping/snowshoeing or skiing at Sno-Park. No parking between dusk and 8:00am.
Permit Requirements: Seasonal Sno Park Permit or a Daily Sno-Park permit.
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required. Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Special Events:
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
Annette lake
Snoqualmie Ranger District:
Phone: 425-888-1421
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL SNO-PARK PERMIT REQUIRED
Annette Lake NEW Sno-Park.
WA State Parks winter recreation program with USFS partners Snoqualmie Ranger District are happy to announce a new winter sno-park/access area at exit 47 on I-90 west of the summit of Snoqualmie. Annette Lake provides access to ungroomed marked trails for snow shoeing and backcountry skiing and for easy access for family fun for winter picnics, snowman building and snowball fights! Plowed parking for 40+ vehicles, a toilet and winter kiosk information board are available along with education and enforcement services. Sno-Park permit required (one day or seasonal). Buy your pass here
https://epermits.parks.wa.gov/Store/SNO/SnoChoice.aspx
Directions: Take exit 47 off I-90
Turn right on NF 55 road; turn left on Asahel Curtis for 0.4 miles to parking area.
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required. Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Special Events:
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
Gold Creek (PDF)
Cle Elum Ranger District
Phone: 509-852-1100
Directions: 1 mile north of the freeway. I-90 Exit 54 to frontage road
Elevation: 2,560 feet
200 spaces.
Sanitary facilities available
Shared with snowmobile users, snowshoeing, limited snow play
Sno-Park Permit required November through April or as posted. Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Sno-Park traffic can become very congested during peak times, please be patient. Vehicles blocking the interchange will be ticketed and towed.
Please note: After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
This is an ungroomed Sno-Park.
Hyak
Lake Easton State Park
Phone: 509-656-2230
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL PERMIT W/ SPECIAL GROOMED TRAIL STICKER REQUIRED
Hyak Sled Hill Currently CLOSED.
Directions: I-90 Exit 54. Turn south at off-ramp (from Seattle, make a right turn off the freeway. From Cle Elum, make a left turn) to the intersection. Turn left, go about 1/8 mile and turn right. Sno-park is on first right.
Elevation: 2,560 feet
Open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m
150 spaces.
For buses and groups of 20 or more people, a Special Recreational Permit is required. Please contact Lake Easton State Park at 509-968-5298. At least a one month notice is preferred.
Please note that the section of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail) east of USFS Rd 5400 to Easton is shared use (snowmobile, x-country ski, snowshoe and dog sled). Snowmobilers need to use caution!
Tracks, skate lane 13 km (Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail))
Heated restrooms, tubing hill, designated snow play area, no overnight camping/snowshoeing or skiing at Sno-Park. No parking between dusk and 8:00am.
Permit Requirements: Seasonal Sno Park Permit plus Special Groomed Trails Permit sticker or a Daily Sno-Park permit.
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required. Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Special Events:
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
For additional information visit Central Cascades Winter Recreation Council.
2022-2023 SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
3/31/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Hill will be decommissioned for the season today Friday 3/31/2023.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Today will be the last grooming for the season.
3/29/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Last grooming will be Thursday 3/30/2023. Hill will be decommissioned on Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/24/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Last grooming will be Thursday 3/30/2023. Hill will be decommissioned on Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. Currently snowing on west end of trail towards the summit.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/23/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Last grooming will be Thursday 3/30/2023. Hill will be decommissioned on Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. Raining. Expect wet conditions.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/22/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming will continue as scheduled.
Last grooming will be Thursday 3/30/2023. Hill will be decommissioned on Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. No fresh snow. Trail conditions have been warming during the afternoon hours.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/15/23: Grooming cancelled on 3/16/23 for sled hill and Hyak to Crystal Springs for required mechanical repairs.
3/15/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM.
New snow overnight with < 1” accumulation.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/14/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
No grooming today due to scheduled maintenance day. Trail received several inches of snow over the weekend. Track was set last grooming. Trail conditions are good. Cold snow in the morning and conditions have been warming through the day. Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/6/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Trail conditions are good. 3” fresh snow overnight.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/3/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Trail conditions are good. Track has been set. Expect winter / changing conditions near Snoqualmie Pass and dissipating to the east from the summit.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/2/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Groomer reported 3” fresh snow yesterday and cold temperatures. The trail was recut, tilled and track was set. Conditions are good. Currently snowing lightly.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/1/23: Hyak Sledding Hill:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Hard freeze overnight w/ heavy frost and clear skies.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Groomer: Lake Easton State Park
A recorded report message from Lake Easton State Parks is updated almost every morning by 8 a.m. when conditions change. Message line does not include conditions at Cabin Creek Sno-Park or the Erling Stordahl/Trollhaugen trails.
Recorded message line: 509-656-2230
REMEMBER:
Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
Kachess (PDF)
Cle Elum Ranger District
Phone: 509-852-1100
Directions: 4 miles north of I-90 Exit 62 on Kachess Lake Road
Elevation 2,340 feet
100 spaces.
Backcountry experience
Shared with snowmobile users, sanitary facilities at Kachess Campground
Sno-Park Permit required Nov. thru Apr. or as posted.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Please note: After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
Crystal Springs
Mobile Friendly Dog Sled Map (PDF)
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL PERMIT W/ SPECIAL GROOMED TRAIL STICKER REQUIRED
Lake Easton State Park
Phone: 509-968-5298
Directions: 8 miles east of Snoqualmie Summit. I-90 Exit 62 then 1 mile south on USFS Road 54
Elevation: 2,400 feet
100 spaces.
Non-Motorized Lot
Dog Lot
Trails: 1.) Erling Stordahl Trails
For buses and groups of 20 or more people, a Special Recreational Permit is required. Please contact Lake Easton State Park at 509-968-5298. At least a one month notice is preferred.
Tracks, skate lane 20 kilometers
Lake Easton snowshoe trail 1 kilometer; dog-friendly trails
Shared with snowmobile users, sanitary facilities, shelter
Permits: Sno-Park Permit, Special Groomed Trails Permit sticker (required with a Seasonal Sno-Park Permit or snowmobile Sno-Park Permit when engaging in a non-motorized sport--see permit information)
Sno-Park Permit required during the season
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Special Events:
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
**The section of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail) east of USFS Rd 5400 to Easton is shared use (snowmobile, x-country ski, snowshoe and dog sled). Snowmobilers: Please exercise caution.
**USFS 5400 out of Crystal Springs may be plowed to facilitate local fire district responding to a call. Road will not be plowed on a regular basis. Proceed with caution. Plowed roads will be groomed on the next scheduled grooming.
2022-2023SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
Extended Winter Season Access until April 9, or unless snow conditions dictate an earlier closure
3/31/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Today will be the last grooming for the season.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Today will be the last grooming for the season.
3/29/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming will continue as scheduled.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/24/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. Currently snowing on west end of trail towards the summit.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming will continue as scheduled. No fresh snow.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/23/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. Raining. Expect wet conditions.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming will continue as scheduled. Raining. Expect wet conditions.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/22/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming will continue as scheduled this AM. No fresh snow. Trail conditions have been warming during the afternoon hours.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming will continue as scheduled. No fresh snow. Trail conditions have been warming during the afternoon hours.
Last grooming for the season will be Friday 3/31/2023.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/15/23: Grooming cancelled on 3/16/23 for Dog Sled Trails and Hyak to Crystal Springs for required mechanical repairs.
3/15/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM.
New snow overnight with < 1” accumulation.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM.
New snow overnight with < 1” accumulation.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/14/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
No grooming today due to scheduled maintenance day. Trail received several inches of snow over the weekend. Track was set last grooming. Trail conditions are good. Cold snow in the morning and conditions have been warming through the day. Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
No grooming today due to scheduled maintenance day. Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/6/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Trail conditions are good. 3” fresh snow overnight.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Trail conditions are good. 3” fresh snow overnight.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/3/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Trail conditions are good. Track has been set. Expect winter / changing conditions near Snoqualmie Pass and dissipating to the east from the summit.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled for mid-morning. Trail conditions are good.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/2/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Groomer reported 3” fresh snow yesterday and cold temperatures. The trail was recut, tilled and track was set. Conditions are good. Currently snowing lightly.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled for mid-morning. Groomer reported 3” fresh snow yesterday and cold temperatures. The trail was recut and tilled. Conditions are good. Currently snowing lightly.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
3/1/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled this AM. Hard freeze overnight w/ heavy frost and clear skies.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled. This AM.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
2/28/23: Hyak to Crystal Springs:
No grooming today due to scheduled mechanical maintenance.
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled Wednesday 3/1 in the AM.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Crystal Dog Sled Trails:
Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled Wednesday 3/1 late morning.
Additional grooming will be added weekly on Wednesday AM until Lake Easton has new snow to resume grooming.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
Groomer: LandTek - Erling Stordahl trails.
Groomer: Lake Easton State Park-WA State Parks and Recreation Commission - Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail) and dog sled/multi-use trails.
Groomer: Mountaineers Meany Lodge - 420 Road
REMEMBER: Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
Cabin Creek
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL PERMIT W/ SPECIAL GROOMED TRAIL STICKER REQUIRED
Cle Elum Ranger District
Phone: 509-852-1100
Emergency Contact Info:
Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office
Phone: 509-925-8534
Directions: 10 miles east of Snoqualmie Summit, I-90, exit 63
Elevation: 2,462 feet
200 spaces.
Trails: 1.) Cabin Creek Core Tracks, skate lane 16 km
Sanitary facilities, scenic view point, shelter
Permits: Sno-Park Permit, Special Groomed Trails Permit sticker (required with Seasonal Permit--see permit information) Sno-Park Permit required Nov. thru Apr. or as posted.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Additional Information
- Washington State Department of Transportation road conditions and weather forecasts
- Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center snow pack and avalanche safety
- Kongsberger Ski Club
- Cabin Creek is on Nordic Pulse! Please check it out on the website here: https://nordic-pulse.com/ski-areas/US/WA/Cabin-Creek (Also available on mobile app)
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.
Please note: After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
The section of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail) east of USFS Rd 5400 to Easton is shared use (snowmobile, x-country ski, snowshoe & dog sled). Snowmobiler’s need to use caution!
There is no outlet; dead-end road. Parking is only permitted on the north side of the road. Do not park on highway interchange or onramps or offramps - you will get ticketed and or towed.
2022-2023SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
Cabin Creek; Wednesday-Sunday (Amabilis Saturday).
Erling Stordahl; Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday.
3/16/23: No grooming due to I-90 closure at Cabin Creek.
3/1/23: No grooming today at Cabin Creek or Erling Stordahl
2/22/23: Groomed lower trails and Amabilis to the Y.
No grooming at Erling Stordahl due to rain saturated base.
REMEMBER:
Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
Groomed lower trails and Amabilis to the top on the left Y. Blue sky morning.
Groomed Erling Strordahl yesterday.
Groomed lower trails and Amabilis to the top on the left Y. Blue sky morning.
Groomed Erling Strordahl yesterday.
Lake Easton
ONE-DAY SNO-PARK PERMIT OR SEASONAL PERMIT W/ SPECIAL GROOMED TRAIL STICKER REQUIRED
Lake Easton State Park
Phone: 509-968-5298
Directions: I-90 Exit 70 in day-use area
Elevation: 2,200 feet
30 spaces.
For buses and groups of 20 or more people, a Special Recreational Permit is required. Please contact Lake Easton State Park at 509-968-5298. At least a one month notice is preferred.
** Please note that the section of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (formerly the John Wayne Pioneer Trail) of USFS Rd 5400 to Easton is shared use (snowmobile, x-country ski, snowshoe and dog sled). Snowmobilers: Please exercise caution.
Tracks, skate lane 9.6 kilometers (first .6 mile of snowmobile trail runs beside ski trail).
Snowmobile sno-park is in the boat launch, non-motorized sno-park is at the day use sno-park. Showers (tokens required - available outside the park office) and camping (camp fee applies--see Lake Easton State Park web page).
Permits: Daily Sno-Park permit, Seasonal Sno-Park Permit with Special Groomed Trails sticker.
Sno-Park Permit required during the season
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
Special Events:
Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park. Trail system is closed during races.
For additional information visit Central Cascades Winter Recreation Council
2022-2023SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
3/31/23: Grooming has been suspended for the 2023 season due to low snow conditions.
3/29/23: Grooming has been suspended for the 2023 season due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/24/23: Grooming has been suspended for the 2023 season due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/23/23: Grooming has been suspended for the 2023 season due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/22/23: Grooming has been suspended for the 2023 season due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/15/23: Grooming has been suspended due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/14/23: Grooming has been suspended due to low snow conditions. Expect poor conditions.
3/6/23: Trail was last groomed Sunday afternoon. Conditions are good. 2” new snow overnight.
3/3/23: Trails have been groomed today and track has been set. Snow is thin on the road out to the trails. Trails are in good shape once out to the system. Easton will be groomed this Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Conditions will be reevaluated next Monday.
3/3/23: Grooming has been suspended due to low snow conditions, poor conditions.
Trail is in very poor condition. Little to no snow on the trail in most places.
3/2/23: Grooming has been suspended due to low snow conditions, poor conditions.
Trail is in very poor condition. Little to no snow on the trail in most places.
3/1/23: Grooming has been suspended due to low snow conditions, poor conditions.
Trail is in very poor condition. Little to no snow on the trail in most places.
Groomer: Lake Easton State Park
REMEMBER:
Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
EASTON RELOAD (PDF)
*Due to high demand the Winter Recreation Program has permanently opened this snow play and non-motorized parking area adjacent to the snowmobile sno-park parking lot. Please do not park in the snowmobile lot next door. Be cautious, the groomed trail is multi-use including snowmobiles and snow bikes.
Book a free guided snowshoe tour here: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/Parks-LakeEastonReservations@parks.wa.gov/bookings/s/c_b4v7uv8UWjogyQRt7ygg2
Tours are Friday and Sunday at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Lake Easton State Park
Phone: 509-656-2230 
Directions: Two miles south of Lake Easton State Park. I-90 Exit 71. At stop sign, south over railroad tracks and right onto Cabin Creek Road to end of plowing.
Elevation: 2,240 feet
Trail system 10 miles
Sanitary facility along trail.
Sno-Park Permit required Nov. thru Apr. or as posted.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Overnight camping and campfires are allowed at Easton Reload Sno-Park during the winter season. Campfires must be in a portable receptacle not to exceed three feet in diameter and must be at least six inches off the ground
Please note: After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
Caution: Cole Creek Bridge is not groomed, located 2 miles above the Eastern Reload Sno-park, please SLOW DOWN, and stay on the trail and cross the bridge slowly as the bridge surface is not groomed. Caution sings have been posted. Please stay on the trail as you cross WA State Dept. of Wildlife property.
2022-2023 Grooming Updates:
3/31/23: Today will be the last grooming for the season.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/29/23: Grooming will continue as scheduled.
Last grooming for the season will be Thursday 3/31/2023.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/24/23: Grooming will continue as scheduled.
Last grooming for the season will be Thursday 3/31/2023.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/23/23: Grooming will continue as scheduled.
Last grooming for the season will be Thursday 3/31/2023. Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/22/23: Grooming will continue as scheduled. No fresh snow. Trail conditions have been warming during the afternoon hours.
Last grooming for the season will be Thursday 3/31/2023.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/15/23: Grooming cancelled for 3/16/23 due to required mechanical repairs.
3/15/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on the trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty crossing.
3/14/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/6/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on trail 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/3/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/2/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
3/1/23: Grooming is expected to continue as scheduled.
Water hazard on trial 1 mile north of parking lot. Use caution and expect difficulty- crossing.
Groomer: Lake Easton State Park
Schedule subject to change due to weather, funding and usage. Please check for updates daily.
Salmon La Sac (PDF)
Cle Elum Ranger District
Phone: 509-852-1100
Directions: North of Roslyn. I-90 Exit 80 to State Route 903 north for 16 miles. Parking off USFS Road 4315
Elevation: 2,360 feet
100 spaces.
Tracks, skate lane 6 kilometers
Shared with snowmobile users, scenic view points, sanitary facilities
Sno-Park Permit required during the season
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
2022-2023 SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
2022-2023 Grooming Schedule: Groomed every Monday and Friday.
3/23/23: Today was the last groom of the season! Temps ranged from 37 – 47 degrees with very spring like conditions out there. Groomed and set track throughout. Be aware of debris that is starting to melt out from under the snow pack.
3/13/23: Temps ranged from 34-38 degrees with light rain. It’s wet and slushy out there. Groomed out alright despite the soft snow, a few rough corners will be found here and there. Track set.
3/10/23: Temps ranged from 30-35 degrees with light snow falling. Approx. 30cm of new snow was accumulated since our last groom. Groomed very well throughout. Set tracks throughout
3/6/23: – Temps ranged from 28-34 degrees, temperatures fluctuated due to the sun and wind alternatingly appearing. 1-2 inches of crusty snow on top of Friday’s grooming. Groomed out wonderfully in some areas, and pretty well in others. Some rough spots in corners are present where snow got sticky. Track set throughout, but tracks edges are a little rough in places.
3/3/23: Temps ranged from 32-42 degrees, snowed throughout the day. 12-14 inches of new snow on top of Mondays grooming. Groomed out nicely except when temperatures started to rise, some of the corners are a little rough. Track set throughout, but may be fresh snow throughout the trail system.
2/27/23: Another great grooming day at Salmon la Sac! 4-5 inches of fresh snow, temps 23-30 degrees and light snow throughout the day. The trail system groomed out nicely, track set throughout.
2/24/23: Temps were low this morning and ranged from 14-20 degrees. Today was an ideal day for grooming with 3-4 inches of dry snow. The trail system groomed out nicely, everything was groomed throughout and track was set throughout.
2/17/23: The trail system was groomed; temps ranged 32-34 degrees, with 5-6” of fresh snow, light snow was falling during grooming. Snow is wet and heavy, groomed out pretty well, but some rough spots exist in corners. Track was set throughout.
2/13/23: No grooming today due to heavy snowfall.
Groomer: Cle Elum Ranger District-US Forest Service
**For additional information: follow Salmon La Sac on Twitter or visit Central Cascades Winter Recreation Council
REMEMBER: Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
ELK HEIGHTS (PDF)
Mobile Friendly Map
Cle Elum Ranger District
Phone: 509-852-1100
January 17 Sno-Park CLOSED for public access from 730am-230pm for WDFW Activity
Directions: South of Cle Elum. I-90 Exit 93 to Elk Heights Road south for 1 mile
Elevation: 2,350 feet
30 spaces.
Trails: 1.) Peoh Point
Trail system: Horseshoe Canyon Road is closed to snowmobiles and groomed for Non-motorized use.
Sanitary facilities, scenic view points along trails
Sno-Park Permit required during the season
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required.
Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.
Please note:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.
2022-2023 SEASON GROOMING UPDATES:
Groomer: LandTek
REMEMBER: Grooming reports are updated when trail grooming information is provided. Reports are posted Monday thru Saturday. No updates on Sundays or holidays.
Schedule is subject to change.
Cle elum river campground* (*TEMPORARY SNO-PARK)
CLE ELUM RANGER DISTRICT
PHONE: 509-852-1100
Directions: Take exit 80 Roslyn/Suncadia; turn left onto Bullfrog Rd; stay strait onto WA-903 N past Roslyn and Ronald towns; road turns into Salmon La Sac road, sno-park is on the left 12 miles from Roslyn. Approx. 2 hrs drive time from Seattle. Plowed parking is just north of entrance along county road.
Nice 1 mile un-groomed snowshoe loop trail takes families out along the river and back into the summer campground. Build a snowman and have lunch in the snow next to the river. Plowed Parking for 30 cars. $25 daily $50 seasonal