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Snoqualmie Valley Rail Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in North Bend, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Snoqualmie Valley Rail Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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 Snoqualmie Valley Rail Trail
“Plenty of pullouts to stop and relax if needed and a decent amount of clean portable restroom along the route.”
“Lots of wildlife and gorgeous views.”
Awesome and easy-going trail to go with family. Walk or bike from or to Rattlesnake lake
We love this trail. Was an old railroad. Slight incline grade, about 5 miles up to the lake, and nice gradual descent makes for an easy return. Paths are well maintained, packed gravel/shale.
Serene, beautifully maintained trail with a nice gradual rise from North Bend up to Rattlesnake Lake. Lots of wildlife and gorgeous views. Plenty of pullouts to stop and relax if needed and a decent amount of clean portable restroom along the route. E-Bike Friendly and a well shared path with a lot to offer.
Easy trail because i didn't have time to hit the longer, harder ones in the area, but it actually turned out really amazing. Definitely an underrated experience.
Trail conditions & character
“Plenty of pullouts to stop and relax if needed and a decent amount of clean portable restroom along the route.”
Plan your run at Snoqualmie Valley Rail Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
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