Trip

Basic Snowshoe - Commonwealth Basin

Let's explore Commonwealth Basin - We may be getting some fresh snow at Snoqualmie Pass - The Wednesday weather forecast predicts sunny skies.

Wed, Feb 11, 2026
Committee: Seattle Snowshoeing Committee
Activity Type: Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing Category: Basic
Audience: All Who Qualify, Adults

Difficulty: Moderate
Leader Rating: Moderate
Mileage: 5.0 mi
Elevation Gain: 900 ft
High Point Elevation: 5,300 ft
Pace: 1.5 mph average moving pace

Availability: 4 (4 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: 2 (2 capacity)
Registration Open: Sat, Feb 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Registration Closed: Tue, Feb 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Leader's notes

We'll explore a loop in Commonwealth Basin at a casual/moderate pace. Most of us have done little snowshoeing this year, so remember that the effort it takes to snowshoe the same distance as hiking is 1.5 - 2 times as much. Plus carrying additional weight in our packs and on our person for the weather conditions and safety supplies. Ensure your recent conditioning is ready for this.

Weather links: NOAA Underground Weather NWAC

Avalanche forecast (will monitor)

WTA Link

I have hiked in this area, but not snowshoed here yet. This will be my first snowshoe trip of 2026.

Individuals need to have evidence of successful shoeshoe trips or other strenuous activities in the past 3 months on their Mountaineers profile. If not, please reach out, and we'll discuss.

Join me if this sounds like fun!

I'll update the meeting point location shortly

Meeting place and time

8:45 am Laconia Market and Cafe at Snoqualmie Pass. 69802 WA-906, Snoqualmie Pass, WA 98068 - arrive early if you wish to have coffee, pastry, or breakfast. Be ready to gather by 8:45

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