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Auburn Environmental Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 331 Google reviews · Running trail in Auburn, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Auburn Environmental Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Elevated trail and lookout tower traversing a marsh with interpretive signs and wildlife viewing.
What runners say about Auburn Environmental Park
“The park is beautiful this early morning.”
“Really easy way to get a sense of the environment, and a quiet place on any given day that I think a lot of neighbors appreciate.”
This is an excellent little spot right off highway 18 in Auburn. There is a 1200 ft raised boardwalk with numerous interpretive signs describing the protected wetland. Additionally there is a lookout tower offering views of the 207 acre preserve. There is enough parking for about 6 vehicles in the stone parking lot.
Great place to poke stop. Have met very nice people on the walk and the area is pretty neat to look around. There are a few heron around but you never really get a photo op, they're so quick. Plenty of parking and the best thing really is it's a great place to just get out and grab a breath of fresh air.
Very shaded, comfortable walk through the woods/wetlands. Benches throughout path for breaks as well. Overall, short walk but beautiful views.
Nice little walk. Signs are worn and unreadable. This wetland may be where Master Yoda performed his magical tricks!
Trail conditions & character
“Additionally there is a lookout tower offering views of the 207 acre preserve.”
“I come here with my family and dog often to appreciate the effort that goes into maintaining this place.”
“Really easy way to get a sense of the environment, and a quiet place on any given day that I think a lot of neighbors appreciate.”
“Plenty of parking and the best thing really is it's a great place to just get out and grab a breath of fresh air.”
“There is a 1200 ft raised boardwalk with numerous interpretive signs describing the protected wetland.”
Plan your run at Auburn Environmental Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteauburnwa.gov
- Phone(253) 931-3043
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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