Weekly Access Report
Updated Monday - 6.1.2025
- Goldmyer is open and visitors are making it to the property.
- Vehicle Requirements: AWD or 4WD and 9" ground clearance or more. (Subarus & Honda CRVs not recommended)
- Snow Chains are ADVISED - preferably for all 4 tires.
- Road is plowed up to Middle Fork Camp Ground. 1-2' of snow on the road beyond
- On the property: Snow of 17.5" under tree cover and 24" in open areas. Some areas are icy so bring micro spikes or crampons.
- Trees can fall across the road at any time - be prepared with saw, axe, or chainsaw to clear trees for access.
Weather In The Middle Fork Valley
Weather Data + Forecasting
- A weather station was installed at the caretaker cabin and began recording detailed weather data in November 2019.
- Weather forecasts are only an estimate, always travel prepared for the worst case scenario.
- Data is recorded to Weather Underground as PWS KWA SNOQU73
- Personal Weather Station - King County Washington - Snoqualmie 73
Variable Conditions
- The weather can change quickly in the Middle Fork Valley, please come prepared!
- From about mid-November until mid-January the weather in the Snoqualmie Middle Fork Valley is variable; from an occasionally "dry" day, to showers and non-stop rain, to rain during the day turning to snow overnight, to rain on snow, to snow showers or snow dumps, to flooding.
- Around mid-January temperatures tend to stabilize and snow can start accumulating.
- Most years a section of deep snow 10-15 miles from Goldmyer (5-10 miles the trailhead) makes access tricky.
- The snow in this area tends to be wet and heavy.
Vehicle Requirements + Preparation
- During winter, ONLY use high clearance vehicles with all-wheel or 4-wheel drive.
- Be sure to have snow chains, shovel, flashlights, extra food, and warm gear, and at least a bow saw or axe so you aren't left helpless should a tree drop on the road.
- Keep track of your mileage so if you're stopped by snow you will be able to determine if it is reasonable to continue on foot or turn around and head home.
- Do note that even high clearance 4-wheel drive vehicles with chains on all 4 tires are sometimes stopped by snow before the trailhead.
- Be wary if it is snowing during your journey as the road conditions could be worse for your way out!
Contact Us
Goldmyer Hot Springs is owned and operated by Northwest Wilderness Programs, a Washington State 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
OFFICE
Northwest Wilderness Programs
PO Box 30655
Seattle, WA 98113
Northwest Wilderness Programs
PO Box 30655
Seattle, WA 98113
OFFICE HOURS
9:00am - 3:00pm (Monday - Friday)
9:00am - 3:00pm (Monday - Friday)
HOT SPRINGS
Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Valley
North Bend, WA 98045
Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Valley
North Bend, WA 98045
HOT SPRINGS HOURS
9:00am - 9:00pm (Every day)
9:00am - 9:00pm (Every day)
Goldmyer Hot Springs is owned and operated by Northwest Wilderness Programs, a Washington State 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
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