Seattle, WA to Leavenworth, WA Road Trip

A 2-day itinerary from Seattle, WA to Leavenworth, WA. Experience the ultimate Pacific Northwest road trip from Seattle to Leavenworth, featuring Stevens Pass views and charming Bavarian architecture.

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Itinerary

- **Pacing:** Active and immersive exploration with 3h 56m of driving and 10h 10m of visit time. - **Vibe:** A high-energy mountain adventure transitioning from the lush I-90 corridor to the serene Cascades. - **Focus:** This day is heavy on hiking and water features; ensure you have sturdy boots for Rattlesnake Ledge and waterproof layers for the falls. - **Expert Tip:** Since you have a long 10-hour visit window, pace yourself at Franklin Falls to enjoy the mist before the evening drive to Lake Easton. - **Expert Tip:** North Bend is your last major service hub before the pass, so double-check your gear and fuel during the lunch stop.

Rattlesnake Ledge Trailhead - Snoqualmie Valley Trail, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
Little Si Peak - Little Si Trail, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
🍽️ Lunch at North Bend Bar & Grill - 145 East North Bend Way, North Bend
Franklin Falls Trailhead - Parking lot, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington 98068, United States
Weeks Falls - 51350 SE Homestead Valley Rd, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
Lake Kachess Boat Launch - Easton, Washington 98925, United States
🍽️ Dinner at Turtle Fiesta Bar and Grill - 2600 East Sparks Road, Easton
Lake Easton RV Resort
Olallie State Park - 51350 SE Homestead Valley Rd, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
Teneriffe Falls - North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
Columbia Oaks Vineyards - 7271 W Mercer Way, Mercer Island, Washington 98040, United States

Day 2 Itinerary

- **Pacing:** Balanced and relaxed transition with 2h 21m of driving and 7h 35m of visit time. - **Vibe:** A scenic journey through the Teanaway backcountry ending with cultural immersion in Leavenworth. - **Focus:** A mix of rugged forest exploration and historical sightseeing; keep your camera ready for the Tumwater Dam architecture. - **Expert Tip:** The Teanaway Community Forest can be remote; download offline maps before leaving the breakfast spot as cell service is spotty. - **Expert Tip:** Aim to reach the Greater Leavenworth Museum by mid-afternoon to fully appreciate the local history before the day concludes at 4:30 PM.

🍳 Breakfast at Ploy Thai Bistro - 805 West Davis Street, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States
Middle Fork Teanaway River Trail - Teanaway Rd Middle Fork, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States
🍽️ Lunch at The Hideaway - 104 North 1st Street, Roslyn
Teanaway Community Forest - 1361 Ballard Rd W, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States
Greater Leavenworth Museum - 735 Front St 2nd Floor, Leavenworth, Washington 98826, United States
Historic Tumwater Dam - 13855 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth, Washington 98826, United States
Pratt River Bar - NF-5600, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States
Rosemont Beach - Bellevue, Washington 98008, United States
Gold Creek Pond - Snoqualmie Pass, Washington 98068, United States
Snoqualmie Falls - 6501 Railroad Ave, Snoqualmie, Washington 98065, United States
Lake Easton State Park - 150 Lake Easton State Park Rd, Easton, Washington 98925, United States
Cle Elum Lake - Ronald, Washington 98940, United States

The Enchantments Loop

From: Seattle

Essential Gear

Smart recommendations tailored to your specific itinerary and season.

Footwear

Mid-cut Hiking Boots

Essential for the steep, rocky terrain and switchbacks at Rattlesnake Ledge and Little Si Peak.

Amazon REI

Apparel

Waterproof Rain Shell

Necessary for the mist and spray at Franklin Falls and Weeks Falls to keep you dry while viewing the cascades.

Amazon REI

Hydration

3L Hydration Bladder

With multiple trailheads (Teneriffe, Little Si, Franklin) in one day, high-capacity hydration is vital for sustained activity.

Amazon REI

Safety

Headlamp with Extra Batteries

The itinerary includes Teneriffe Falls and multiple parks late in the day; a headlamp ensures safety if hiking near dusk.

Amazon REI

Protection

Polarized Sunglasses

Crucial for reducing glare off the water at Keechelus Lake, Cle Elum Lake, and Gold Creek Pond.

Amazon REI

Footwear

Water Sandals or Tevas

Ideal for the river access at Yakima River and the sandy/pebbly areas of Rosemont Beach.

Amazon REI

Gear

Lightweight Daypack

Needed to carry essentials while transitioning between the Teanaway Community Forest trails and Snoqualmie Falls.

Amazon REI

Protection

DEET-free Insect Repellent

The Middle Fork Teanaway and river-adjacent locations are prone to mosquitoes and flies, especially near standing water.

Amazon REI

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Day 1

🗺️ Google Maps

•Pacing: Active and immersive exploration with 3h 56m of driving and 10h 10m of visit time.
•Vibe: A high-energy mountain adventure transitioning from the lush I-90 corridor to the serene Cascades.

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Start Origin

Seattle, WA

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51 min • 37.3 miles

Rattlesnake Ledge Trailhead

8:45 AM

Snoqualmie Valley Trail, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States

180m • Leave at 11:45 AM

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8 min • 5.8 miles

Little Si Peak

12:00 PM

Little Si Trail, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States

150m • Leave at 2:30 PM

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2 min • 1.8 miles

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🍽️ Lunch at North Bend Bar & Grill

2:30 PM

145 East North Bend Way, North Bend

50m • Leave at 3:15 PM

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30 min • 22.0 miles

Franklin Falls Trailhead

3:45 PM

Parking lot, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington 98068, United States

90m • Leave at 5:15 PM

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17 min • 12.6 miles

Weeks Falls

5:30 PM

51350 SE Homestead Valley Rd, North Bend, Washington 98045, United States

30m • Leave at 6:00 PM

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35 min • 25.4 miles

Lake Kachess Boat Launch

6:30 PM

Easton, Washington 98925, United States

60m • Leave at 7:30 PM

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14 min • 9.9 miles

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🍽️ Dinner at Turtle Fiesta Bar and Grill

7:45 PM

2600 East Sparks Road, Easton

50m • Leave at 8:30 PM

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1 min • 0.1 miles

Lake Easton RV Resort

🌙 Evening: Check-in

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Day 2

🗺️ Google Maps

•Pacing: Balanced and relaxed transition with 2h 21m of driving and 7h 35m of visit time.
•Vibe: A scenic journey through the Teanaway backcountry ending with cultural immersion in Leavenworth.

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21 min • 15.0 miles

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🍳 Breakfast at Ploy Thai Bistro

8:15 AM

805 West Davis Street, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States

30m • Leave at 8:45 AM

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13 min • 9.3 miles

Middle Fork Teanaway River Trail

9:00 AM

Teanaway Rd Middle Fork, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States

240m • Leave at 1:00 PM

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10 min • 7.0 miles

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🍽️ Lunch at The Hideaway

1:15 PM

104 North 1st Street, Roslyn

50m • Leave at 2:00 PM

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9 min • 6.8 miles

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Teanaway Community Forest

2:15 PM

1361 Ballard Rd W, Cle Elum, Washington 98922, United States

30m • Leave at 2:45 PM

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46 min • 33.5 miles

Greater Leavenworth Museum

3:30 PM

735 Front St 2nd Floor, Leavenworth, Washington 98826, United States

60m • Leave at 4:30 PM

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6 min • 4.2 miles

Historic Tumwater Dam

4:30 PM

13855 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth, Washington 98826, United States

45m • Leave at 5:15 PM

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End (Return)

Seattle, WA

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