Arrived after 10AM, ample parking in the closest free lot. Several groups of tourists, friends and couples were at the upper viewpoints for photo ops. There is a sign at the trailhead explaining the elevation change and steepness of the trail, warning that people sometimes hike down but can't get back up the trail.

There is a bathroom at the top and another halfway down the hill at a lower parking lot. I only saw a service truck in that parking lot so it might not be open to the public, I expect they need it to service the lower bathroom and to collect people who can't make it up the hill. The bathroom at the lower lot has multiple stalls and running water (not an outhouse). It was clean and serviceable.

PSA to people bringing friends/coworkers here or taking a girl on a date here... please kindly inform them before the trip that they will be hiking up a hill. It is important to wear hiking shoes or comfortable sneakers, eat a good meal and hydrate for this hike. It may be short, but the hill climb back is very steep. Go at your own pace. I saw at least one couple where there was a guy in sneakers walking down the hill with a girl who was dressed for a day at the mall in high-heeled boots. Don't do this to a girl on a date, please.

Twenty years ago I was dragged down this trail unprepared for a group activity and it wasn't fun climbing back up. Knowing this, I went prepared this time, despite being more out of shape. I brought one bottle of Smartwater, trekking poles, a granola bar and jerky. Took the hill climb at a casual pace while carrying on a conversation and it was a pleasant climb. I liked having the trekking poles on the descent and the climb back. Lots more tourists coming down the trail on the way back up, don't expect anyone to know trail-passing etiquette, but the trail is wide enough to be two lanes so it wasn't a big deal. Left around noon and the closest free parking lot was nearing capacity by then.

While 250 feet of elevation gain may seem like an easy task, this iconic hike can take the wind out of you, given the 0.7 miles you have to achieve this vertical gain. Luckily, there are parking lots at both the top and bottom of the falls. The young, old, and injured can enjoy the hike down to the waterfall and the up-close view of the falls before playing/sunbathing on rocks farther up the river. Meanwhile, the driver can make the return ascent to the car and snag the rest of their group at the bottom lot.

The falls themselves are lovely and picturesque, but I also enjoyed sitting on some boulders on the riverside. Cooling my feet in the water felt great, and I was better able to absorb the area around me without being disturbed by those hiking through or wanting pictures. To reach the riverbed, simply follow the sign's arrows pointing right instead of left to the falls.

There are bathrooms at the top of the trail and at the bottom. The overlook sidewalk also includes some historical information to enhance the trip. The lodge at the top is also worth a stop, even just for the cute gift shop with all the falls-related souvenirs one could want.

There was plenty of parking midday on a weekday in the summer, but I imagine that weekends could be a different story. There are definitely lots of tourists, so if you are looking for a peaceful escape into the tranquility of nature, there are better hikes for you. However, in my humble opinion, the falls are worth a trip at least once, especially if you add in a lunch and some exploration of downtown Snoqualmie.

Went to the falls with elementary-age kid and young-adult kid. We didn't intend to do the full hike, but I was curious and the weather was perfect. There were enough people on the trail that you didn't feel alone, but not so many that it was crowded. As the kids doubted this adventure, it was helpful to point out how many dogs and younger kids were able to survive. We began at the top and went down to the bottom. The view of the falls was BEAUTIFUL. Truly gorgeous and so worth it. The bathroom at the lower parking lot was decent and usable. (By park standards) We began the hike back up and immediately regretted every life choice. Young adult with POTS decided it was too steep and strenuous and had to wait in the lower parking lot for us (& the car). Younger kid had no trouble on the hike back up. I have rheumatoid arthritis and thought I might die. This hike is STEEP. Like....VERY STEEP. The hike down is doable but rough on the knees. The hike up was almost can-i-get-choppered-off-this-mountain. Hard on knees and ankles. We made it back up to the top (maybe as a ghost? Did I die on that trail?), got to the car, and retrieved the older kid. Overall this hike was beautiful, the falls are majestic, but it's super steep, so plan accordingly and ask yourself if you can truly do it. Maybe start at the bottom and hike up so you can bail if it's too hard. My kids think I'm crazy but I *would* try it again...I think. 

Great little hike, not too hard, and lots of fun.

well many already have taken this from me ... and all know ..

so just around  the area and then to the falls, it has been common norm after going here.

post two bad years with parents death it was just some thing, with on and off other stuff going on. Can someone name the guy who keeps stalking me and what these girls have put me into, as they failed to tell me a thing for 10 years and keep watchimg in my home and places and reporting. I need name of these individuals who declare self victory of some kind to loot all of mine.