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Island Crest Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Running trail in Mercer Island, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Island Crest 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.
Kid-friendly recreational area with grassy fields, a playground, kid-friendly hiking trails and a baseball field.
What runners say about Island Crest Park
“Very clean and nicely put together for familys”
My son had a travel soccer game at Island Crest Park. The bathrooms were nice and clean. The field was turf. I had the opportunity to take a walk on a small trail. It was beautiful. I found ink cap mushrooms of all stages of fruiting.
Very quiet and shaded park. Loved it. Wish there was a restroom close by, as we drive 20+ minutes to get there.
Our children had a blast. They loved running from playground to playground. We happened to be there while there was a birthday party going on. Lots of children play! The park is clean and well maintained.
Trail conditions & character
“Field amenities include lights, restroom, parking lot with several dedicated handicapped spaces, sidewalks, bleachers for guests, and more.”
“Field amenities include lights, restroom, parking lot with several dedicated handicapped spaces, sidewalks, bleachers for guests, and more.”
Plan your run at Island Crest Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemercerisland.gov
- Phone(206) 275-7609
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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