Recent Developments
Snoqualmie mixes its historic past and small town ambiance with newly found significant growth patterns resulting from the out-migration of “city folk” seeking an area where natural beauty abounds and where the quality of life and open space environments are valued. With the expansion of Interstate 90, Snoqualmie became even more accessible to Puget Sound residents and growth began to find the area.
In 1990, the City annexed approximately 1,300 acres of undeveloped land which is the current site of one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest Master Planned Mixed Use, known as Snoqualmie Ridge. The first phase of development Snoqualmie Ridge has been completed and the second phase, along with other proposed development has begun. When completed, the entire project will be home to more than 8,000 residents and feature a strong retail center plus a well established business park, which now has approximately eight major structures and 1,000 plus employees. Snoqualmie Ridge is also home to the Snoqualmie Ridge Tournament Players Course (TPC), a private, PGA sanctioned golf facility. With continued quality growth patterns, the City of Snoqualmie is estimated to reach a population of 15,000.
“Historic Snoqualmie” sits astride State Route 202. The downtown area has a number of small businesses, quaint shops, and period buildings/neighborhoods which reflect the City’s proud legacies. Part of the legacy also includes the historic train depot and a “train graveyard” for old-fashioned locomotives and rail cars of all types. The community has a strong focus on providing high quality services to both longer term and new residents alike. An emphasis exists regarding the upgrade of senior and youth services/programs. Snoqualmie has more than 35 parks with recreational opportunities in abundance. High school and youth sports draw large, enthusiastic and friendly crowds.