Snoqualmie Tunnel

Snoqualmie Tunnel is part of the 250-mile Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail. You can access this tunnel half of the year from the beginning of May to the end of October. The tunnel itself is 2.3 miles long one way. If you like dark creepy hikes, then this tunnel is definitely for you. As I have mentioned in other posts, I am scared of the dark. I waited until I had someone to do this hike with me and in this case my brother was more than willing to volunteer. While you can see the ends of the tunnel on either side a majority of the time, you will be walking in pitch-black darkness if you don’t bring a flashlight with you. Also, it is very cold inside the tunnel, so I highly recommend bringing layers on your journey. Wind can funnel through it and water periodically drips from the concrete ceiling above. My favorite thing about the tunnel was looking at all of the wonderful “artwork” inside of it. If you are easily offended, then I wouldn’t look at the pictures below and might skip the tunnel all together.

After walking in the dark for about 2 miles, the other end of the tunnel will lay ahead of you shining limited light into the tunnel. The walk to the other side can feel like it is taking forever because you are staring at the sliver of light a majority of the time. The other is side of the tunnel opens up into a wooded area with a large gravel path, some benches, and the sounds of a waterfall to your right.