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paulj
Feb 01, 2021Explorer II
WSDOT has a lot of information and cameras. Check them for pass conditions and traffic.
If pass conditions allow, I82/90 is the most direct way over the Cascades. And if you get over by early afternoon, I405/I5 will take you north to Arlington without too much hassle. The usual commuter rush hour patterns apply, but up to the moment details are available. Google Maps seems to have good traffic data and time estimates.
I've done the Fall City etc route, but even in a car it's more of slow country drive. WA9 north of US2 will have the same north bound rush hour problems as I5 (the commuters are just as good at seeking alternatives).
That's assuming you are traveling now, as opposed to your usual summer invasion time. Then US2 or even WA20 is an option.
Currently its rainy and warm in Seattle, with the mountains keeping the Canadian cold well to the east.
If pass conditions allow, I82/90 is the most direct way over the Cascades. And if you get over by early afternoon, I405/I5 will take you north to Arlington without too much hassle. The usual commuter rush hour patterns apply, but up to the moment details are available. Google Maps seems to have good traffic data and time estimates.
I've done the Fall City etc route, but even in a car it's more of slow country drive. WA9 north of US2 will have the same north bound rush hour problems as I5 (the commuters are just as good at seeking alternatives).
That's assuming you are traveling now, as opposed to your usual summer invasion time. Then US2 or even WA20 is an option.
Currently its rainy and warm in Seattle, with the mountains keeping the Canadian cold well to the east.
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