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Big Finn Hill Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Running trail in Kirkland, Washington · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
9.5 mi
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Big Finn Hill 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.

9.5 miRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

What runners say about Big Finn Hill Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (33 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

A great place for a get away in the middle of town. Hiking trails, The Lodge with hotel, restaurants and lounges. Special events like the British Car show. Venue for picnics, weddings, or just play.

★★★★★ — Brad , Aug 2024

Good dirt and a medium size trail network, but lacking in intermediate to high level features. Fun trails for cruising but maybe not those looking for a challenge

★★★★☆ — Jake , May 2019

Amazing Park with something for anybody. Baseball fields, playground areas, picnic areas, lacrosse field, lots of trails and many other benefits. One of the best parks you can experience. The grounds are kept up nicely and there are two restroom areas. Drinking fountains available if you forget your water.

★★★★★ — Brett , May 2024

old guy here. These trails are nearly became hiker only in the early 90s it wasn't for bbtc volunteer members who really did a lot to save it. Terrific fun place for all to enjoy!

★★★★★ — Craig , Sep 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 33 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🚻 Restrooms

“The grounds are kept up nicely and there are two restroom areas.”

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🚰 Water fountains

“Drinking fountains available if you forget your water.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

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🏃 Long-run distance (5mi+)

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Plan your run at Big Finn Hill Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • Distance9.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitekingcounty.gov
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–9 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Big Finn Hill Park

12896, 12908 72nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.