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Foothills Trail, East Puyallup Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 285 Google reviews · Running trail in Puyallup, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Foothills Trail, East Puyallup 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.
Long paved trail for biking, running, in-line skating and walking, offering views of Mount Rainier.
What runners say about Foothills Trail, East Puyallup Trailhead
“A Beautiful bike ride, run, walk, skateboard or even horse ride on this part of the trail.”
“In the winter, you can mellow out as the cloudy skies give a calm overcast.”
I have used this trail for 10+ years, and I always feel happy and refreshed after my many trips along it. There are various sights to see year round. In the spring, you will find numerous flowers in bloom.
Other then having a 2 hour parking restriction, it's very nice. If you plan to take the whole trail park down the street.
From here to the end is 40.1 miles with around 650' elevation change. Gradual grades, only a couple places I would call "hills" and that more towards the turnaround. Good for kids of all ages. The trail is basically the size of a single lane rd. Paved and mostly smooth.
Great place to walk, with a beautiful view of Mt Rainier. The path is wide enough for bicycles, joggers, and walkers, and it's dog friendly. Update- First visit since the trailhead improveme.ts recently. There is more parking in the larger parking lot. And two entrances. Love this trail.
Trail conditions & character
“A Beautiful bike ride, run, walk, skateboard or even horse ride on this part of the trail.”
“Paved the entire way, 12 feet wide, with well-marked road crossings.”
“The renovations at the trailhead for ADA accessibility improvements were much needed, which make for a better visit for all.”
“Mostly flat, a gentle constant incline on the way out towards Buckley.”
“Mostly flat, a gentle constant incline on the way out towards Buckley.”
“The path is wide enough for bicycles, joggers, and walkers, and it's dog friendly.”
“Large parking lot with bathroom at this TH, and plenty of stops throughout.”
Plan your run at Foothills Trail, East Puyallup Trailhead
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
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepiercecountywa.gov
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–6 PM |
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