Mountain highway with several cars driving, tall trees on either side, foggy mountain in the background, overcast sky.

PARKING & TRAVEL

Free Parking

Summit I-90 Ski Area:
Free parking is available near the start line at the Summit I-90 Ski Area. This location is approximately a 5-minute walk to the start line at the Hyak Trailhead.

Paid Parking

Hyak Sno-Park Trailhead / Snoqualmie Tunnel Parking
Paid parking is available for a $10 day-use fee, payable by credit card at the on-site kiosk located near the permanent restrooms. *Parking is free for current Washington Discover Pass holders*

Shuttle Buses

Finish Line -> Start Line:
Shuttle buses will transport runners from the finish areas back to start-line parking locations.

  • Marathon: Shuttles begin around 10:00 AM

  • Half Marathon: Shuttles begin around 9:00 AM

  • Buses run approximately every 30–45 minutes

Directions to Finish Line Parking
HALF marathon only

there is ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING at the marathon finish line

From Hyak:

  1. Exit the parking lot and turn left onto NF-906.

  2. At the stop sign, turn left onto WA-906 North.

  3. Drive 0.4 miles, then turn right following signs for I-90.

  4. Take the ramp onto I-90 West toward Seattle.

  5. Take Exit 38 for SE Homestead Valley Road.

  6. At the bottom of the ramp, turn left onto SE Homestead Valley Road.

  7. Drive under the freeway, then turn right to remain on SE Homestead Valley Road.

  8. Park along SE Homestead Valley Road and walk up the dirt road approximately 1 mile.

    *The finish line is located approximately 0.2 miles from the Iron Horse Trail crossing.

From Seattle / North Bend:

  1. Take I-90 Eastbound.

  2. Exit at Exit 38 for SE Homestead Valley Road.

  3. At the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto SE Homestead Valley Road.

  4. Continue for 1.8 miles.

  5. Park along SE Homestead Valley Road and walk up the dirt road approximately 1 mile to the finish line.

    Important Safety Notice

    Do NOT attempt to drive up the dirt road to park closer to the finish line.
    This is a runner safety issue and vehicles will not be permitted, enforced by officers.

Additional Information

  • Arrive Early: Allow extra time for parking and walking to the start or finish areas.

  • Follow Instructions: Obey posted signs and volunteer directions at all locations.

  • Plan Ahead: Review shuttle schedules to ensure timely transportation back to your vehicle.