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Grand Forest West
4.8 ★★★★★ 386 Google reviews · Running trail in Bainbridge Island, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Grand Forest West'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.
121 acres of dense fir & cedar forest with moderate walking trails, a creek & a picnic table.
What runners say about Grand Forest West
“The trails were well maintained and perfect for our two year old to hike on their own for part of it.”
“Wow how beautiful 😻❤️ were so very happy to have vacation here and this is a must see destination!”
“There was ample signage at the trailhead and the trails were very easy to follow in a nice loop.”
“Absolutely gorgeous old growth forest With easy walking trails and a Zen like vibe.”
Absolutely gorgeous old growth forest With easy walking trails and a Zen like vibe. Located 15 minutes from the Bainbridge ferry dock and downtown Bainbridge this spot is a must stop for those looking to get into nature without hiking for miles to get there.
This is one of my favorite places to hike when visiting the Seattle area. The old growth forest is like what I picture the landscape would be in the time of dinosaurs. The hikes are easy and there is parking available. I do wish they had bathroom facilities, but nevertheless.
Beautiful trails with plenty of signs! Some hills, very easy to navigate the trails. Port a potty at the entrance by the parking lot.
Beautiful spot for hiking. The trails were well maintained and perfect for our two year old to hike on their own for part of it. Lots of little magical spots to observe along the way. Beautiful light. Plenty of grandfather trees to hug.
Trail conditions & character
“Wow how beautiful 😻❤️ were so very happy to have vacation here and this is a must see destination!”
“Literally just hop out of your car in the small parking lot located right off the street and hike the trails far as far as you want easy for novices and families with smaller kids.”
“Most small “side” paths come back to the main loop so don’t panic if you get into one, just check your map.”
Plan your run at Grand Forest West
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitebiparks.org
- Phone(206) 842-2306
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
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