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North Creek Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · Running trail in Bothell, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from North 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.
Wetlands boardwalk trail, also featuring picnic tables and a playground.
What runners say about North Creek Trail
“The beautiful Creek runs through it and the trail goes on for a very long time all the way up to McCollum Athletic Field.”
“We always enjoyed taking a walk in this quiet and nice park”
This is a great walking trail that has wonderful diversity. Off of 183rd, the trail is a boardwalk through a massive wetlands. There are informational signs and a pond. It's great if you have little ones that need a stroll. It is around one mile from the park to 164th.
Great boardwalk trail that's definitely worth the trip. My kids love it and it's short enough for them to do. You may want to avoid if you have bad knees as the boardwalk can sway side to side and up and down. I could see someone with bad knees easily tweaking something so you've been warned.
Amazing Trail ! The trail has a boardwalk that meanders through the wetlands. Walk here daily to get a close-up view of the plants and animals that live in the wetlands.
I love this trail for a nice walk in nature and to stretch your legs or get some 🌞 You can see snakes sunbathing in summer and bunnies hopping around the field. You might also see an Eagle that has a nest nearby and hunts in the area.
Trail conditions & character
“Boardwalk can be slippery of times but what a magnificent piece of work this Trail is!”
“The beautiful Creek runs through it and the trail goes on for a very long time all the way up to McCollum Athletic Field.”
“We always enjoyed taking a walk in this quiet and nice park”
Plan your run at North Creek Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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.
Running trails near Bothell
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
North Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,070 reviews
An interpretive boardwalk winds through wetlands, plus separate play & picnic areas with grills.
North Creek Trail
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Mill Creek Community Assoc's Nature Reserve (Private)
4.5 ★★★★★ 154 reviews
Paved trails wind through this forested walk, a haven for birds and dogs.
Martha Lake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,364 reviews
Lakefront park offering a playground, fishing dock, picnic areas & boardwalks through wetlands.
Centennial Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 401 reviews
Dog-friendly park featuring trails for walks and a large open field.