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Salmon Creek Greenway Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 696 Google reviews · Running trail in Vancouver, Washington · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 3.1 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Salmon Creek Greenway 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.
Paved route featuring creeks and ponds that are home to wildlife, including beaver dams and turtles.
What runners say about Salmon Creek Greenway Trail
“Handicap doable and recommended for the flat, paved, and well maintained walking path.”
“Love walking this trail on beautiful days, especially with my corworker and friend!”
“The dogs loved running in the snow until the malamute accidentally plopped into a deep part of the creek and I had to lift him out.”
Wonderful Walking in a Vancouver Suburb. I visit this park and trail on a regular basis. Close to home and no fee to park if you park at the VGSA parking lot. There is plenty of parking unless there are softball games going on when finding a parking spot can be challenging. Wildlife abounds .
This place is absolutely beautiful! It is a 3.1 mile one way trail overflowing with mature nature and abundant wildlife! It includes forests, creeks, meadows, and ponds. If you have not been here, you definitely want to check it out. Seriously, don't miss this Salmon Creek gem!
Wonderful place for a run, walk, and lately cross country skiing with the weather. Beautiful in the snow or in the sunshine. There’s a primarily asphalt trail with interwoven trails through the grass/wetlands. Various species of birds for birdwatchers. Neat agates, jaspers, and other rocks for rock hounds.
A great paved trail to walk or ride your bike on. Lots of benches to sit on and areas for a picnic. Plenty of room for dogs to run around. This trail is easy enough for all ages to walk because it’s mainly flat. It goes to Kline Line park.
Trail conditions & character
“Handicap doable and recommended for the flat, paved, and well maintained walking path.”
“Love walking this trail on beautiful days, especially with my corworker and friend!”
“in between the sports center parking and the greenway parking you can see an eagle nest!”
“The dogs loved running in the snow until the malamute accidentally plopped into a deep part of the creek and I had to lift him out.”
“Handicap doable and recommended for the flat, paved, and well maintained walking path.”
“Restrooms are available at both terminal trailhead points.”
Plan your run at Salmon Creek Greenway Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance3.1 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — 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.
- Websiteclark.wa.gov
- Phone+1 360-397-2000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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