Been here several times and always and good experience. Parking is the only challenge and be…read moreprepared to walk a little. Nice gift shop and small bathrooms. If you have the time walk to the bottom or drive and do some of the trail from there.

Such a beautiful way to start off our vacation…read more... Snoqualmie Falls is a stunning 270-foot waterfall featuring upper and lower observation decks for different views, a park, and the historic Salish Lodge. It's a sacred site for the Snoqualmie Tribe, a popular tourist spot, and the location of a hydroelectric plant, we were lucky it wasn't full and we got to enjoy the views without feeling rushed. After we decided to check out the gift store and purchased locally made candles for our home, can't wait to burn them! So many unique finds in this store which is also attached to a bakery/ coffee shop. I recommend coming when visiting Seattle!

Mount Rainier NPis such a gorgeous park. The drive up from Seattle was simple and didn't feel like…read morethe 2 plus hours. I was grateful for nearly perfect weather- even with the various microclimates throughout the park. I was prepared for the heavy humidity and the chilli weather. The park was "closed" due to the government shutdown and so we didn't have to pay the entrance fee which was nice. I do however feel bad for the park rangers and staff that were unable to work. We took the route of the Paradise route and stopped at the different viewpoints but there were a few closures. Reflection lake was beautiful but a bit crowded.

OMG OMG OMG. YOU ALL NEED TO JUST DO IT. THERE ARE TRAILA THERE ARE ELKS DEER RABBITS YETI ...AND…read moreOMG THERE'S SNOW !!! Yes I was like a child in a toy store. I literally scared my hubby (he was driver) when I screeched in excitement... some of the trails were closed down to vehicles because of flooding and rock falls (takes time to clear)....but we did go all way up but as for Mother Nature some ares once at top summit are also closed cause she's shedding winter snow yet... If you get a chance do it. This trip is not one I'll say you check and decide for yourself, This time ISAY GO JUST GO YOU WONT REGRET IT!!!!

There is a large selection of items of Microsoft themed items. The staff were very helpful. On the…read morevalue, was worth it as you do not have to pay to get in there and there is a fun little museum with a lot of cool items that you can look at.

WTF? Bought a 15-month plan oct 2025. Just got notification that it has expired!! On what planet…read moredoe a 15-month plan expire in 8 months?? Total Scam! Fraudulent deception! Criminal computer theft! Naturally there is no live person available to register a complaint!!! Microsoft stealing people's money and not giving a flip about their concerns!!!

Gorgeous place! We were able to go snowshoeing for free! Plenty of parking on the side of the road…read more Highly recommend bringing hiking poles since it's super icy this season!

Definitely arrive early because the lot with fill up fast! A NW Forest pass is required for…read moreparking. This trail is very rocky so make sure to have good hiking shoes and trekking poles. There was also lots of bugs on this trail so definitely pack bug spray as well. The view is beautiful, a little crowded but I came around 7:30am so it wasn't too bad.

After having read/heard about the snowshoe walk that Snoqualmie Falls Park offers, a group of us…read morefinally went and had our chances to snowshoe for the first time at Snoqualmie Falls Park. The rangers at the Snoqualmie Falls Park Visitor Center were very friendly and helpful. You could tell they love the nature and love showing off how amazing and beautiful the nature in the Pacific Northwest is! Our 90 min (the walk was actually free, but with a suggested donation of $15/person) snowshoe walk was scheduled at 10am and the weather happened to be perfect! It was sunny, not too cold...and clear sky! :) Very beautiful! The walk itself was not too strenuous...as it was just a mile walk (although it involved going up and down the hill a bit...so if you are taking someone senior, make sure they are comfortable with walking...a couple people brought their own snow/walking poles too!). There was so much snow (and even a thick, fresh layer of snow when we went!) even though it was already getting into Spring in early March. From what we found out, the walk that we did was on the snow that was 5-6 feet above the ground...how amazing was that! We started off the walk with how to put on snow shoe, then did a little race to get us more oriented into our snowshoe, did some nature walk and ended with time for some photo / snowball fight opportunities. If you are interested in the snowshoe walk, I highly recommend calling and making reservations ahead of time. They only offer free walks on weekends and only in Jan-Mar and even though we called almost a month ahead of our scheduled, the tours were very much booked (although there may be a few spots open up because of last min no-shows if you happened to get lucky). This snowshoe nature walk is a great, very fun experience for anyone (family and/or friends) and a good, short trip away from Seattle!

Did the photo snowshoe hike led by Chuck Davis on Feb 15 . http://alpinescenes.net/biography.html…read more The snow was coming down pretty hard and the cloud cover was low so not great photo ops but Chuck was terrific and prepared with thoughtful lessons on composition, histograms, etc - he covered a lot of territory and was very knowledgeable. He was warm , friendly, entertaining,and professional. His walk really had a great blend of nature, photography and safety education. He took us off trail a little which was great and we tried to find the elusive snowshoe hare. The caboose ranger was Hailu who was very nice, friendly and professional. I always felt safe and able to ask any questions or let them know if I was cold or working too hard. They were very aware of how people were feeling and ensured a pleasant time by keeping a good pace. The staff in the office was also terrific - all of them. I called several times in advance with questions and if it went to voice mail, they ALWAYS called me back - WOW! Don't get that much anymore. You can tell they love what they do and want the best for the patrons. If you have never tried snowshoeing before they'll provide you with free snowshoes, poles and only ask for a donation. It is a great safe environment to go tromping including younger ones. Highly recommend for beginners or not. http://snowshoeingsnoqualmiepass.wordpress.com/ Our trip was in Commonwealth Basin and I think it was about 3 mi roundtrip - pretty easy exercise, but some uphill. I think it ended a little early because we were getting a little chilled. The photo walk is not very aerobic so be prepared with layers to do some stopping for discussion, lunch and picture taking.

First time visitor to the Yakima Valley, and stopped in looking for info on visiting points of…read morehistorical interest, particularly Indigenous heritage. I didn't get his name, but the attendant was very helpful, and he made some additional recommendations for the limited time we had. But the highlight was the array of souvenirs. We had struck out everywhere else we looked, but found a nice array of shirts, caps, and other goodies. Our family was very happy with the souvenirs we bought them. From the outside the place looks like it's closed, but it's a must visit!

I've never written a review for a Visitor's Center, but this one deserves a special nod. The…read moreemployees were as nice as nice can be. And helpful! Apparently this facility was recognized as the best Visitor's Center in the Pacific Northwest. It's a cute looking place, offering gratis coffee and donuts (which came at just the right time of day for me.) If you plan to visit vineyards in Zillah, you might purchase the "Wine Trail Passport" for $10. You'll get free entrée to several wineries and a number of discounts on purchases.

I really enjoyed this visitor center and the surrounding area. It was a bit of a drive because I…read morewas staying in Packwood, but it was worth it. It took me over an hour to get here. I wanted a different view and perspective of Mount Rainier after spending time on the Skyline Trail the day before. Sunrise is the highest point that can be reached by vehicle at Mount Rainier National Park at 6,400 feet. The visitor center has some nice exhibits and a gift shop. Park rangers are available to answer questions. There is a larger gift shop with food and snacks in the building next door. The nearby nature trail around the visitor center has picnic tables for eating and relaxing. Mount Fremont Lookout Trail is next to the Sunrise Visitor Center and is a popular trail to hike. The views are gorgeous from this location. The parking lot is huge, but does fill up during the day. Sunrise is only open in the summer months.

This is a really nice NP visitor center. It's not quite as big as the main one at Paradise, but it…read morehas a good size gift shop, educational area, and in a separate building nearby they have a little cafe for snacks. There is a bathroom there but I didn't have a chance to use it since they were cleaning right when I got there. I think it has running water though, it looked like it would. This visitor center has a nice big parking lot just like the one in Paradise but don't be fooled - it'll still fill all the way up. By the time we were leaving around noon, people were parking in non-spot areas along where the trail and the road run along each other.

The views are incredible and the staff at the gift shop were friendly and patient despite the long…read morelines. Unfortunately, this administration decided that funding the national parks was unimportant therefore there were minimal staff and maintenance. Fortunately, it appeared that most patrons were very respectful and mindful of the need to pick up after themselves.

When you go to Mount Rainier, this is one of the main stops you want to go to. This is the large…read morevisitor center in Paradise and is one of the most visited locations. If you want to let the kids out to stretch, use the bathroom and get a bite to eat, you can do it here. The parking lot will be full but if you keep circling around, you'll eventually find someone leaving. The chicken tacos with rice and beans were actually pretty good. Worth trying if you're needing a bite to eat. The top floor of the visitor center has a lot of different exhibits that tell about Mount Rainier and the wildlife in the area. Would recommend stopping if in the area.

I wanted to review the tours I went on separately. This review is for the Olympic National Park Day…read moreTour. I went on this tour on 5/13/2026. I cannot say enough amazing things about this Olympic National Park tour experience. From start to finish, this was hands down one of the best guided experiences I've ever had and one I will remember for a long time. We visited Hurricane Ridge, the Elwha area, Lake Crescent, Marymere Falls, and several additional scenic stops throughout the day, and every single location was absolutely breathtaking. The landscapes were stunning, but what truly elevated this experience was the way the entire day was curated and paced. Nothing ever felt rushed. We had time to really take in the scenery, walk around, take photos, learn, and fully experience each stop before moving on to the next. Our guide Evan was phenomenal. Incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about the ecosystem, history, geology, and ecology of Olympic National Park. Listening to him explain how the landscapes were formed, how the ecosystems function, and the history behind the region made the entire experience feel so much deeper and more meaningful. It honestly made me want to continue learning more after the tour ended. What also stood out was how well he created an atmosphere for the group. During the drive, everyone introduced themselves and shared a little about where they were from, which made the group feel comfortable and connected. On the ride back, he had everyone share songs that had personal meaning to them, and we talked about why we chose them. It turned what could have just been a long drive into a genuinely memorable and human experience. Even the lunch setup was beautifully organized and thoughtfully presented. Every detail throughout the day felt intentional and well done. The ferry ride, the mountains, the forests, the rivers, the waterfalls, the lakes, it was all unforgettable. Olympic National Park is stunning on its own, but having such an incredible guide and such a well-executed tour made this experience truly exceptional. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Seattle/Olympic area. Easily a 10/10 experience.

I cannot express how much we enjoyed our Mt.Rainier Tour w our guide Elk. He is beyond…read moreknowledgeable and charming. He went above and beyond.

The sales woman Kathy was absolutely so fun during the shopping experience here at Carousel. She…read morewas so friendly and enthusiastic but not overly so. Like a good friend having a good time. What an absolutely adorable gift store in Snoqualmie. Multiple types of gifts to choose from. From wine, champagne, sauces, cards, gift items and more. I do think that there is a lot of value in this place. The different items available to purchase varied in price. I didn't look at the prices of the Christmas decorations but they were so cute and I think I might go back for the holidays and purchase some. Plenty of parking in the area. Come here and see for yourself! As always, SYOY.

Adorable little home décor and gift shop specializing in jewelry, wine, candles, apparel, and other…read moreassorted goods, such as stuffies, hot sauces and condiments, and local flair. We stopped in twice and purchased a Snoqualmie sticker for our travel scrapbook, and a stuffed hamburger toy that our toddler son was obsessed with. The staff/owner was warm and welcoming (both times) and even remembered us from our visit the day before! Definitely worth a stop in while shopping and browsing on Railroad Ave!