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Centennial Trail Pilchuck Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 376 Google reviews · Running trail in Snohomish, Washington · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 30 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Centennial Trail Pilchuck Trailhead'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.
Known for biking and long walks, this path along the river features picnic tables and a restroom.
What runners say about Centennial Trail Pilchuck Trailhead
“Beautiful place, and this park has good access to the water, but you have to walk toward the bridge.”
“It's a nice, quiet place to take a Ride on your skateboard , bike ride or even just a walk.”
Fun family time 🚴♀️ biking and 🛴 scootering to TopIt FroYo shoppe. 😋🍧🍨 2.5 miles from trailhead. Even the fast bikers and travelers were respectful of my young children ages 3 through 7 who are still understanding the rules of the road. .... thanks everyone for looking out and slowing down. 🙌🙏🙂
We enjoy walking this trail for exercise and relaxation. Other folks bike, skate, or jog/run the trail. It has some traffic lights with safe crossroads at either end. You can walk to/from Snohomish and Machias.
Beautiful place, and this park has good access to the water, but you have to walk toward the bridge. We did not go far from the parking lot, which had plenty of room and is gravel. Lots of bikes, so beware of bike bells and watch behind you,they come up fast.
1. Well kept 2. Plenty parking 3. You can use it for walking, running, skating, cycling, dog walking, etc 4. Has pasture views all along and has a country feel to it 5. Also has river access at places
Trail conditions & character
“Easy parking, lots of 'trail' to walk, ride your bike, run, and just enjoy the nature sights.”
“Beautiful place, and this park has good access to the water, but you have to walk toward the bridge.”
“Smoothly paved and it goes for 30 miles, I believe.”
“It's a nice, quiet place to take a Ride on your skateboard , bike ride or even just a walk.”
“Nice flat easy walking trail that you could either commute from Snohomish to lake Stevens on your bicycle or go on a dog.”
“It's easily accessible to anyone and everyone.”
“Smoothly paved and it goes for 30 miles, I believe.”
Plan your run at Centennial Trail Pilchuck Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance30 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitesnohomishcountywa.gov
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