Snoqualmie Pass
Sledding

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Sledding at Snoqualmie Pass

Sledding at Snoqualmie Pass is a fun and family-friendly way to enjoy the winter wonderland of the Cascade Mountains, just an hour from Seattle. The Summit at Snoqualmie’s Snow Tubing Park offers a well-groomed sledding experience with designated lanes, a covered conveyor lift, and plenty of space for thrilling downhill runs. For those looking for a more casual, do-it-yourself sledding spot, areas like Hyak Sno-Park provide open hills perfect for all ages, along with easy access to nearby snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails. With fresh snowfall, breathtaking mountain scenery, and plenty of opportunities for laughter and excitement, sledding at Snoqualmie Pass is the perfect way to experience winter fun in Washington’s Cascade Range.

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Hyak Sno-Park

Sledding at Hyak Sno-Park at Snoqualmie Pass offers a fun and family-friendly winter experience with a beautiful backdrop of the Cascade Mountains. Located just off the main highway, the park provides an expansive, open space perfect for sledding, tubing, and general snow play. The gently sloping hills make it an ideal spot for all ages to enjoy a day of sliding down the snow, with plenty of room for a relaxing picnic or snowball fights in between runs. The area is well-maintained, with easy parking and access to nearby cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, making it a convenient and enjoyable destination for anyone looking to embrace the winter outdoors. A sno-park permit and a special groomed park permit are both required at Hyak Sno-Park. There is a pay station to purchase daily permits.

Tubing

For a fun and thrilling winter activity, tubing at The Summit at Snoqualmie is a must-try experience just an hour from Seattle. The Summit Tubing Park features multiple groomed lanes designed for high-speed downhill excitement, making it a perfect activity for families, groups, or anyone looking to enjoy the snow without skiing or snowboarding. A covered conveyor lift makes it easy to get back to the top for more runs, so you can maximize your time speeding down the slopes. With a lively atmosphere, stunning Cascade Mountain views, and a dedicated tubing area that ensures a safe and exciting ride, tubing at The Summit at Snoqualmie is an unforgettable way to experience winter fun in Washington.

Gold Creek Sno-Park

The Gold Creek Sno-Park does not have a dedicated area for sledding, however it is possible to hike in and find a slope to sled on, either at the start of the Sno-Park on the snow covered Forest Service Road 9090 or farther down the road at the Gold Creek Snowshoe trailhead on Forest Service Road 144. Be prepared to hike a bit, and deal with potentially deep snow. The Gold Creek Sno-Park requires a Sno-Park permit, but unlike the nearby Hyak Sno-Park, does not require a special groomed trail permit.

Summit at Snoqualmie

It may be tempting to climb up one of the ski hills at Snoqualmie Pass and sled, especially if the lifts aren't open. However, the Summit at Snoqualmie has a strict no sledding policy on their property, and you can expect security to ask you to leave the hill. So use one of the aforementioned areas when sledding at Snoqualmie Pass.

equipment

Snoqualmie Pass gets a lot of snow during the winter, so, you will still want to ensure you have the proper type of sled even with grooming at the Hyak Sno-Park, which only occurs in the morning before opening. Plastic sleds are often the best bet, although inflatable tubes can work as well. Avoid sleds with metal runners or blades, as the snow often isn't compact enough and the sleds may struggle to glide downhill, plus the metal runners can be a safety concern. There are no locations in Snoqualmie Pass area to rent sleds, although during the heart of the winter you may find them for sale at one of the stores near Summit West. Check out some of the most popular sleds from Amazon below :

Downhill Xtreme

One of the highest rated sleds on Amazon, kids and adults with handles for 2

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Snow Tube Sled

Top seller, 3 pack heavy duty snow tubes

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Downhill Sprinter

One of the highest rated sleds on Amazon, durable with pull rope and handles

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webCams

Use the web cams below to see the current conditions at Snoqualmie Pass. The two Washington D.O.T webcams are located near the Hyak Sno-Park, while the Summit at Snoqualmie webcam at Silver Fir is located near the Summit at Snoqualmie Tubing Center.