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New Gnome Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 302 Google reviews · Running trail in Maple Valley, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of New Gnome Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Family-friendly loop trail in a gnomish setting featuring figurines and fairytale-inspired creatures.
What runners say about New Gnome Trail
“I will say the paths are very clearly marked but if you are expecting beautiful butterfly garden level pathways that’s not here!”
“It's a super fun and easy walk, winding through a lovely trail dotted with little gnomes everywhere.”
This place is awesome for kids friendly my 3 year old son like it, does have parking spot I'll say you probably feet between 40-80 cars here a lot of 🅿️. They have disconnect GFCI outlets I didn't check if they work that you can charge your phone or plug something to it, they have restrooms here and water to wash…
My husband, kiddo and I came to visit the gnome trail and had so much fun! We had a good time finding the cleverly placed gnomes and I loved the gnome graveyard (very clever idea for when one inevitably breaks!) I stopped so many times just to take photos of all the cute little set ups.
OMG, stumbled upon this adorable trail while out showing houses in Maple Valley and decided to give it a go. So glad I did! It's a super fun and easy walk, winding through a lovely trail dotted with little gnomes everywhere. Absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a delightful and whimsical outdoor adventure.
Gnome Trail was great. Very very easy a d nicely cleared out. The trails are easy to see/find. There was a lot of parking and plenty bathrooms. For being on the smaller side there was still lots to see. All the different kinds of Gnomes where so cool to see.
Trail conditions & character
“This place is awesome for kids friendly my 3 year old son like it, does have parking spot I'll say you probably feet between 40-80 cars here a lot of 🅿️.”
“I will say the paths are very clearly marked but if you are expecting beautiful butterfly garden level pathways that’s not here!”
“There are benches, one big shelter, and honey buckets, no regular restroom though.”
“For stroller you can bring but for only the wide trails but there's some tight and steep trails.”
Plan your run at New Gnome Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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