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Red Town Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 287 Google reviews · Running trail in Bellevue, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Crushed gravel
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Red Town 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.
What runners say about Red Town Trailhead
“Really beautiful walk with almost complete canopy coverage, perfect for rainy days.”
“This trail is well-marked and easy to follow, which I appreciated.”
“There are tons of flat and easy trails, but also many trails that have some good elevation gain if that’s what your goal is.”
Beautiful trail. I’d give it a 1/5 in terms of difficulty. There are a few different trails which are all interconnected. Would recommend to go on a few different ones as each one is unique. The trail can get a little muddy if you’re going after rain. There are a couple of waterfalls in this network of trails
Really beautiful walk with almost complete canopy coverage, perfect for rainy days. The waterfall is awesome! Just wish the whole trail was gravel - the part that’s just dirt is definitely a mess whenever it’s wet at all.
Cougar Mountain from redtown are some of my favorite trails and the dogs love them. There are tons of flat and easy trails, but also many trails that have some good elevation gain if that’s what your goal is.
Very easy and beautiful hike. It is kids and elderly-friendly. The parking lot at the trailhead could be busy during the day, so I recommend coming in the morning.
Trail conditions & character
“While there were a few glimpses of wildlife, the scenery was a bit underwhelming, and I had hoped for more impressive views.”
“And, it would be awesome to have better pedestrian crossing protection/awareness from the East parking lot.”
“There’s bears and cougars and more wildlife so the dog may run off if not on a leash and it’s too big of a place for them or you to get lost.”
“Just wish the whole trail was gravel - the part that’s just dirt is definitely a mess whenever it’s wet at all.”
“No permanent bathrooms, but a couple port-o-potties.”
“This trail is well-marked and easy to follow, which I appreciated.”
Plan your run at Red Town Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceCrushed gravel — the rail-trail classic: softer than asphalt, still smooth enough for tempo work
- 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.
- Websitekingcounty.gov
- Phone+1 206-477-4527
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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