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Redmond Central Connector Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 169 Google reviews · Running trail in Redmond, Washington · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Redmond Central Connector 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.
Green, open space with a stage for events, plus lighted walking paths.
What runners say about Redmond Central Connector Park
Nice green space in downtown Redmond. Has nice paved trail. Well groomed grass and well planted flower gardens. Give a splash of colors throughout the year. Has nice big sculpture made out if recycled railroad track signals. These parts are from when the City converted the old railroad tracks into walking trails.
The park itself is nothing special but it's relatively nice for walking and there's easy access to walk to other parks or downtown.
Nice, very small, park. There are gravel paths that can be hard to maneuver if you have physical disabilities, but there are cement paths as well. I have only been in daylight, but looks like its lit in the evenings. A small patch of grass for kids or dogs to play on. There are two pokemon Go gyms here ( well...
A pleasant green space in downtown redmond with a well-maintained paved trail. the neatly trimmed lawns and vibrant flower beds add color throughout the year. A standout feature is the large scuplture made from recycled railroads signals!. ideal for relaxed walk from one point to another.
Trail conditions & character
“Grassy waves of raised earth offer a vantage point to view the happenings, and also serve to isolate noise from the other stage, lit up by color-changing railroad lights.”
“There are also some public restrooms and a water feature that isn't really a "fountain" but more of just dripping water.”
“A pleasant green space in downtown redmond with a well-maintained paved trail.”
Plan your run at Redmond Central Connector Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteredmond.gov
- Phone(425) 556-2723
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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