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Snoqualmie Falls Day Trip From Seattle: A Private Driver Guide

The most popular half-day trip from Seattle, planned by a local chauffeur company.

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Snoqualmie Falls is a 268-foot waterfall in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, about 30 miles east of Seattle. It is taller than Niagara Falls, and the drive takes only about 35–45 minutes. That makes it the easiest nature trip from the city.

What to see at the falls

  • Upper observation deck: the main viewpoint, a short walk from the parking area. Free to visit.
  • Lower falls trail: a steep path of about 0.7 miles down to the river and a closer view of the falls. Plan about an hour, and remember the walk back up.
  • Salish Lodge & Spa: the lodge on top of the falls, known for its restaurant and spa. Fans of the TV show Twin Peaks will recognize it.

The falls are strongest in winter and spring, when rain and snowmelt fill the river.

Add more to your day

  • Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie: historic trains and train rides in season.
  • North Bend: a small mountain town with cafes, outlets and views of Mount Si.
  • Rattlesnake Ledge: a popular hike with views over a lake, for active groups.
  • Woodinville wine country: about 30 minutes from the falls. Many guests pair the falls with an afternoon of wine tasting. See our Woodinville wine tour.

A sample half-day plan (4–5 hours)

  1. Pickup at your Seattle hotel at 9:00.
  2. Snoqualmie Falls viewpoints and the lower trail.
  3. Lunch at the Salish Lodge or in North Bend.
  4. Back in Seattle by early afternoon.

For a full day, add Woodinville wineries on the way back.

Why go with a private driver?

The falls parking lots fill on sunny weekends, and parking can cost extra. With a chauffeur, you are dropped at the entrance and picked up when you are ready. If you visit wineries, nobody has to drive after tasting. Our SUVs and Sprinter vans keep families and groups together.

Book by the hour from Seattle, Bellevue or SeaTac. You see your exact price online before you book.

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