Lost your car keys in the snow at Snoqualmie Pass

Check these first

• Lost and found at the ski area’s guest services
• The boot room, lockers and the spot where you changed at the car
• Every jacket and pant pocket, including the ski pass pocket
• Under the car and around the tires: fobs often drop when you open the door

Searching in snow

Search from where you last had the key outward, in slow passes. A fob with a remote may still work under snow, so walk the lot pressing the lock button and listen for the horn or watch for lights. Fresh snowfall covers keys quickly, so start early.

If the key is gone

Call us with the lot name (Summit West, Central, East, Alpental or Gold Creek) and your vehicle details. The Pass is a longer drive from the valley and winter traction rules on I-90 can slow it down, so call as early as you can. We’ll give you an honest arrival estimate.

Can cold weather affect a key fob?

Yes. Cold drains coin-cell batteries, so a weak battery that worked in the valley can fail at the Pass. If the fob is weak, hold it right against the start button or the steering column. Many cars can still read it at close range.

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