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Washougal Waterfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 832 Google reviews · Running trail in Washougal, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Washougal Waterfront 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.
Relaxed waterfront park featuring paved trails, picnic areas and a playground.
What runners say about Washougal Waterfront Park
“It's new and very well kept, with fantastic views of the Columbia River.”
“Also lots of scenic picnic areas with little to no shade and a covered party space for maybe 25+ people.”
This is one of my favorite places to watch the sunset. There is a nice trail, too, with a playground not too far from the parking lot, but it is not at the parking lot, so you do have to walk a few minutes. But it is a beautiful trail, and it is paved and relatively flat.
Love this safe place to walk. Large paved walking area, well lit, restrooms and an amazing view. You feel like you’re lost in nature but you’re close to town. This is a wonderful walk. Great exercise. You can even wander down the public dock if you want to be closer to the water.
A beautiful park and nice addition to the area. Thee park is is clean and well kept and the views of Mt. Hood are amazing. Pre Covid, we spent time here during 4th of July to watch the fireworks and it was pretty epic. The marina is just next to the park and the Puffin Cafe serves up some really good grub.
Nice walking path beautiful scenery sad part is their putting in apartment buildings and in the long run added shopping and restaurants on the other side of the walkway hope they do it right otherwise it's going to ruin a beautiful ecosystem.
Trail conditions & character
“Dog friendly please pick up after your pet lots of people here daily walking its perfect for that and lots of fresh river air and moonlit night views.”
“There is a nice trail, too, with a playground not too far from the parking lot, but it is not at the parking lot, so you do have to walk a few minutes.”
“The waterfront park is ideal for group events, with a restroom, picnic tables, and paved walkways that are mostly flat, so it is wheelchair- and walker-friendly.”
“There is a restroom and covered picnic area at the start of the paved trail and a little ways down is the new play area.”
“But it is a beautiful trail, and it is paved and relatively flat.”
“The waterfront park is ideal for group events, with a restroom, picnic tables, and paved walkways that are mostly flat, so it is wheelchair- and walker-friendly.”
Plan your run at Washougal Waterfront Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Phone+1 360-835-2196
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Tuesday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Wednesday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Thursday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Friday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Saturday | 6 am–12:01 am |
| Sunday | 6 am–12:01 am |
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