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Redmond Watershed Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 727 Google reviews · Running trail in Redmond, Washington · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Not reported

Confirmed from Redmond Watershed Preserve'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.

MixedLoopScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parking

Sprawling, forested space with trails for horseback riding, hiking & mountain biking (no pets).

What runners say about Redmond Watershed Preserve

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (727 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 9 mentions

“Parking at the South entrance is right next to bathrooms, which are small but well maintained and clean.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“Wonderful spot alot of parking and beautiful nature, but please No dogs/pets allowed.”

🪧 well-marked 4 mentions

“Great place for trail running - all trails are well marked, nice wide paths for the most part, gentle elevation gain, not many people around.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

Green and mossy trees align this nature preserve. Trails where one can walk , hike even trails for biking. ( some trails no) see signage. Big area adjoins the Puget Power Pipeline. It’s a popular bike route. The dog will love this walk , guaranteed!!

★★★★★ — Ann , Feb 2026

Beautiful, large Preserve with many trails into deep woods. Just yesterday we tried the other side of the park and found even more trails! Perfect place for hiking and being in nature. There's bathrooms and picnic tables just before the parking lot, which is large and has disabled parking and access as well.

★★★★★ — Halfelfaedyn , Mar 2022

Wonderful trail, wide and fairly smooth, there are lots of fast bicyclists here so be aware. We were lucky enough to see a mamma bear and her two cubs as they crossed a clearing. We were so close, it was both magical and unnerving.)

★★★★★ — Onamayday , Aug 2020

I love this wonderful park ❤ Really great walking trails that are not too highly trafficked usually. Sometimes you'll pass folks riding horses. There are multiple interconnected trails, so it's easy to choose how much you'd like to walk. Be aware, they don't allow dogs.

★★★★★ — Dalia , Jan 2021

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 12 mentions

“There's bathrooms and picnic tables just before the parking lot, which is large and has disabled parking and access as well.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“Wonderful spot alot of parking and beautiful nature, but please No dogs/pets allowed.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 9 mentions

“Wonderful spot alot of parking and beautiful nature, but please No dogs/pets allowed.”

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🚻 Restrooms 6 mentions

“There's bathrooms and picnic tables just before the parking lot, which is large and has disabled parking and access as well.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 4 mentions

“There is a large paved parking area that can hold several dozen cars.”

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🔁 Loop trail 3 mentions

“The Tree Frog Loop is paved and a wheelchair could easily use it.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 2 mentions

“Most ttrails are packed dirt or crushed stone, but some are paved.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“I could see it being a bit muddy on a rainy day but it was in the soft side when I went today.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible

“The Tree Frog Loop is paved and a wheelchair could easily use it.”

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Plan your run at Redmond Watershed Preserve

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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
  • 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+1 425-556-2900
  • Social Facebook

Where to find Redmond Watershed Preserve

21760 NE Novelty Hill Rd, Redmond, WA 98053

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Running trails near Redmond

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Tree Frog Loop Trail

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Redmond Watershed Preserve Main Entrance

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Redmond, WA

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Park with trails for short or long hikes, plus birding opportunities.

under a mile away

Sunrise Loop Trail

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Redmond, WA

Loop

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Farrel-McWhirter Park

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Redmond, WA

PavedShadedDog-friendly

Family attraction with barnyard animals, picnicking, a horse arena, tire swings & walking trails.

1.8 miles away

Ring Hill Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 66 reviews

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2.5 miLoopShadedScenic

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Bear Creek Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ 65 reviews

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Verdant park offering 4.5 acres of partially developed land with a hiking trail & natural creek.

3.7 miles away

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.