Trip

Day Hike - Big Creek Falls & Otter Falls

Last minute posting for a hike to Otter falls/big creek falls on what looks to be a lovely day. It's a fairly long hike along the river but has very little gain.

Wed, Feb 11, 2026
Committee: Seattle Hiking Committee
Activity Type: Day Hiking
Audience: Adults, All Who Qualify

Difficulty: Moderate
Leader Rating: Moderate
Mileage: 10.0 mi
Elevation Gain: 650 ft
Pace: moderate

Availability: FULL (6 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: FULL (2 capacity)
Registration Open: Mon, Feb 9, 2026 at 8:19 AM
Registration Closed: Tue, Feb 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Leader's notes

The goal of this trip is to have a lovely walk out in the middle fork. I don't expect there to be snow, pace will be conversational (2 mph). We will lunch at the falls before heading back.

There are a couple of creek crossings so poles are recommended. Bring spikes if you have them but I doubt they will be needed.

Meeting place and time

Meet at Tibbets Valley skate park at 8:30. We can consolidate cars at that point, or caravan to the snoqualmie lake trailhead. Because of the late posting, I will only send out an email on tuesday afternoon/evening, so reach out to me if you have any questions or if you want to meet at the trailhead.

Route/Place

Taylor River

Recommended Maps & Charts:
Green Trails Mt Si No. 174
Green Trails Skykomish No. 175
Green Trails Middle Fork Snoqualmie No. 174SX
Trails Illustrated Alpine Lakes Wilderness
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