The Sol Duc Falls trail was snow free and relatively dry during my hike. I was lucky enough to encounter a trail work party repairing steps near the trailhead - Thank you!!!

I was able to complete the hike even though I’m disabled and my energy level was a bit low. The trail did not disappoint - lots of moss and plants just about to bloom. Trillium and skunk cabbage were already in bloom. If you have mobility issues, I would recommend a walking stick or hiking poles for more stability. Parts of the trail have larger rocks in the path and there are lots of tree roots. Overall a fun trail that I will definitely hike again! Soaking at the hot springs was also a great way to end the day 😊

I’ve hiked to the falls many times, but never in snow! The road to the trailhead was smooth, up until the last couple miles when fresh snow and slush made things just a bit slippery.

The trail to the falls was covered in packed snow and slush the entire hike. In fact, all of the other trails (Lovers Lane, campsites, and lake trails) are all covered in several inches of snow. If you have the right boots and poles you could do it.

If you are not sure footed, best to wait it out. If the weather holds next week, I think this will melt out by May. At least to the falls.

Getting there: Beautiful drive on a paved road.

Bathrooms: Clean vault toilets! I love the start of a hiking season :-) 

At the start of the trail, please be sure to thank those working on improving the stairs on the trail! Only concern in getting to the falls are some iced patches on the trail and at the falls- next to slippery wooden handrails. I had trail runners on and was okay but was real mindful to go slow and hold on. Hindsight, a little hiking pole wouldn't hurt. Barely any people there today. It's a fantastic hike and the waterfalls were beautiful!

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Sol duc road is open again all the way to the trailhead. There was no snow on the road. The trail was packed snow and slippery in the morning but there were plenty of folks on the trail. There was about 1 foot of snow at the falls.

Road to get to the trail was closed. Can’t walk there as it is still 13 miles away from closure.