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Redmond Watershed Preserve Main Entrance
4.7 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Running trail in Redmond, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Redmond Watershed Preserve Main Entrance'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.
Park with trails for short or long hikes, plus birding opportunities.
What runners say about Redmond Watershed Preserve Main Entrance
“I love the beautiful, peaceful beauty of just nature—the sound of little birds chirping and the calm water.”
Plenty of shaded parking. A little narrower than most public park parking and has a u configuration that can confuse park goers and make you think the lot is full as you enter (it's usually not on the turn). Accessible toilets and several picnic tables for resting and snacks after a long hike in the preserve.
Not quite enough parking! If there's a big event being held, like the marathon held every August, the watershed is certainly going to run out. There is the gravel part to park in but often it's hard to find a space because other drivers will not park the best and make it difficult to find a good space
The Day I went was a very nice day, and the trails were wide and well groomed. There is different trails, some that allow horses and bikes. I enjoyed my hike alot.
tons of multi use trails, very close to town. pack some water and snacks and make a day of it!
Trail conditions & character
“I love the beautiful, peaceful beauty of just nature—the sound of little birds chirping and the calm water.”
“No pets allowed, though sadly sometimes you'll still see someone with a dog or, worse, find a bag of abandoned dog poop.”
“This is a large paved parking area that can hold several dozen cars.”
“Accessible toilets and several picnic tables for resting and snacks after a long hike in the preserve.”
“Miles of trail, and two smaller areas that are great for children, and one is paved.”
Plan your run at Redmond Watershed Preserve Main Entrance
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 — 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.
- Websiteredmond.gov
- Phone(425) 556-2300
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