Excellent snowshoeing conditions right now rattlesnake ridge. Parked at Snoqualmie Point trailhead and headed up the trail. First mile is clear of snow but then once you enter the forrest you are greeted with crunchy snow. It's pretty much easy hiking from here as the snow is nice and hard and no falling through while walking on top. At 1.5 miles the snow gets softer and you start to create sink holes every 4th or 5th step. You could strap on snowshoes here but you can still advance faster without them. At the 2 mile mark you can strap on the snowshoes and head up to Grand Prospect. The snow levels vary but for the most part expect at least 2.5 to 3 feet of snow! In the clearing the snow is nice and soft with trees covered in snow. Once you enter the canopy the snow gets crunchy again. Grand Prospect is a GEM right now with awesome views of Northbend and MT. SI. You can continue eastbound and I highly suggest going onto the service road at the first access point. Excellent snowshoeing on the old abandoned service road. Must be at least 4 feet of snow! Excellent views too! This service road dead ends about .5 miles in but you can back track and continue up to eastpeak or go west on the service road. Enjoy!

Road conditions to Rattlesnake Lake were good as most of Cedar Falls Road was sanded except at the very end leading to the parking lot. Some icy road spots on curves. Trail to Rattlesnake Ledge had about 1-2" of new snow. Snoeshoes were not needed but poles were helpful for the way down. Lightly snowing and light wind on the way up blowing a beautiful showery dusting of snow off the trees. Temperature in low 30's. It's windy at the ledge and visibility to the surrounding scenery is nil. Surprised there were not more people on the trail.

Started at Snoqualmie Point trailhead and headed east towards Rattlesnake Lake. A couple of blowdowns as you enter the single track just past the powerlines but nothing major. Trails were snow free up until you reach Grand Prospect. 4-5 inches of snow but still very traversable. Snow continues in patches, mainly in the clear cut areas. Snow free on the switch backs down to the lake. Overall the trail is in great condition and no traction devices are required as of yet. Very WINDY and COLD! Anyone who hangs out at Rattlesnake knows that weather conditions can change dramatically from one side to the other so always bring proper clothing. Hat, gloves, jacket or windbreaker if layering. I always bring my trusty buff to use as a neck scarf of balaclava as needed. Enjoy!

Trail run from the West entrance to the ridge up to Grand Prospect and back.

some mud

some snow at Grand Prospect

overall good conditions and beautiful day