Home › Washington › Des Moines › Des Moines Creek Trail
Des Moines Creek Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · Running trail in Des Moines, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Des Moines Creek Trail'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.
Tranquil 2-mile-plus-long trail following a stream and passing through the woods on its way to the beach.
What runners say about Des Moines Creek Trail
“There are also clean restrooms at the beginning of the trail and next to the pier.”
“We parked right by the entrance gate and walked a mile out to the end of the water treatment facility, then a mile back to enjoy lunch on a bench by the water with a great view.”
“Peaceful views, low crowds during the week, good trail as well 😀”
“200th Street Easy trail paved in cement runs a long Des Moines Creek to Des Moines Beach park, Marina and Fishing Pier.”
Des Moines Creek Trail 2.8 miles Start: S. 200th Street Easy trail paved in cement runs a long Des Moines Creek to Des Moines Beach park, Marina and Fishing Pier. On this day it just started to snow... and accumulate. Adds a natural white gleem to everything. Quite nice really.
This trail is perfect for so many different things including walking, running, and biking. It is beautiful during every season. If the paved trail bores you, there are several dirt offshoots to explore.
Des Moines Creek Trail is a fantastic spot! There's plenty of parking, and the trail is fully paved, making it perfect for strollers. If you have a kid who's obsessed with planes, this trail is ideal—while you're surrounded by nature, they’ll love watching several planes fly overhead.
What a treat. This was such a beautiful and serene place to visit. There's the pier, the beach, and the trail that runs along the creek. There were lots of friendly people along the way. They have paid parking but it was only $2.50 for two hours which is very reasonable. It's also dog friendly.
Trail conditions & character
“We parked right by the entrance gate and walked a mile out to the end of the water treatment facility, then a mile back to enjoy lunch on a bench by the water with a great view.”
“200th Street Easy trail paved in cement runs a long Des Moines Creek to Des Moines Beach park, Marina and Fishing Pier.”
“There's plenty of parking, and the trail is fully paved, making it perfect for strollers.”
“Peaceful views, low crowds during the week, good trail as well 😀”
Plan your run at Des Moines Creek Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
Running trails near Des Moines
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
City of Des Moines Park Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 352 reviews
Scenic waterfront location featuring a marina, trails, a beach and a pier, plus picnic tables for a relaxed visit.
Des Moines Creek Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 379 reviews
Paved hiking trail leading from a park to the beach with some minor elevation.
Marine View Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 684 reviews
This 27-acre woodlands nature area has shaded hiking trails & a steep path to a sandy shoreline.
