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Quiet, Uncrowded Trails in Washington
Washington has 348 trails with quiet, uncrowded running in this directory, across 102 cities and towns — Olympia, Bainbridge Island, Seattle, Bothell and 98 more. Room to run intervals without weaving through walkers and bikes.
The 250 most-reviewed in Washington
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Point Defiance Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 16,780 reviews
Large park with the Point Defiance zoo & aquarium, hikes in an old-growth forest, gardens & beaches.
Olympic National Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 10,692 reviews
922,000-acre park featuring snow-covered mountains, lush rain forests & dramatic Pacific coastline.
Bellevue Downtown Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 9,198 reviews
Lushly planted city park featuring a 240-foot-wide waterfall, a picnic green & a playground.
Manito Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,808 reviews
78-acre park, opened in 1904, featuring rose, lilac, & formal & native plant gardens, plus a pond.
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 6,889 reviews
Public 57-acre lakeside park offering boat launches, a walking trail, tennis courts & picnic areas.
Lighthouse Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,987 reviews
14-acre waterside park containing the historic Mukilteo Light Station & 6 fire pits along the beach.
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,486 reviews
762-acre protected estuary with trails, an education center, & bird- & whale-watching opportunities.
Mukilteo Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,154 reviews
Tranquil beach known for its expansive views of the sound & neighboring islands.
Dash Point State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,921 reviews
Park offering 400 acres on Puget Sound for swimming, camping, hiking, biking & hand-launched boats.
Saltwater State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,515 reviews
This park on the shores of Puget Sound has campsites, volleyball courts & an artificial reef.
Seahurst Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,187 reviews
Scenic Puget Sound beach offering picnicking, forest trails & ample photo opportunities.
Bradley Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,801 reviews
59-acre park featuring a lake, fishing, trails, a playground, picnic areas, baseball & restrooms.
Wallace Falls State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,672 reviews
Sprawling park with campsites & trails encompasses lakes, rivers, forest & a 256-ft. waterfall.
Larrabee State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,653 reviews
Large camping park on Samish Bay with a beach, 2 freshwater lakes & miles of hiking & biking trails.
Lake Meridian Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,764 reviews
City park with a playground, picnic shelters & lighted paths, plus swimming & a boat launch.
Battle Ground Lake State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,601 reviews
Deep volcanic lake in the Cascade foothills with hiking & equestrian trails, boating & campsites.
Lewisville Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,446 reviews
Large park with a river & amenities such as a trail, boat launch, play equipment & picnic areas.
Lake Padden Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,433 reviews
This sizable lakeside green space offers sport courts & fields, boat access, fishing & trails.
Luther Burbank Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,398 reviews
Visitors swim, boat & fish at this 7-acre lakefront park with a playground, dog run & wetlands area.
Squaxin Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,144 reviews
314-acre park with saltwater shoreline, hiking trails, ball courts, a playground & a rose garden.
Meadowdale Beach Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,117 reviews
Open from early until dusk, this park has forest trails, picnic tables & shelters & beach access.
Bloedel Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,998 reviews
Tree-filled nature preserve with 150 acres of forests, landscaped gardens, plus a reflection pool.
Marymere Falls Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,993 reviews
Easy 1.8-mile trail through old-growth forest to 2 vista points overlooking a 90-ft waterfall.
Game Farm Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,038 reviews
Park with a playground & walking trail, plus facilities for softball, soccer, tennis & basketball.
Brackett's Landing North
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,918 reviews
Scenic, oceanfront park providing trails, picnic space & a sandy beach, plus ferry & mountain views.
Picnic Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,959 reviews
Beach boasting scenic views of Puget Sound & Whidbey Island plus picnic tables & charcoal cookers.
Sunnyside Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,936 reviews
Park with 1400 ft. of shoreline plus a playground, volleyball court, trails & picnic facilities.
O. O. Denny Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,834 reviews
Throughout these 46 lakefront acres are picnic tables & benches, a sand beach, boat launch & trails.
Wilburton Hill Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,819 reviews
Wooded park with picnic areas, a soccer field & 2 baseball fields, a playground & trails.
The Park at Bothell Landing
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,766 reviews
Set along the Sammamish River, this park has a historical museum, amphitheater, play areas & paths.
Tiger Mountain State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,718 reviews
Forest & conservation area on 13,745 acres, with trails for walking, biking & horseback riding.
Centennial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,682 reviews
Scenic green space along the water with biking & walking paths, a fishing pier & picnic tables.
Tolmie State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,634 reviews
State park with a beach & saltwater marsh, popular for scuba diving, swimming, fishing & hikes.
Leslie Groves Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,655 reviews
Hiking & biking paths along the Columbia River, sand volleyball courts, a playground & picnic sites.
Howarth Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,611 reviews
Secluded 28-acre beach park with an off-leash area for dogs, restrooms & a playground.
Zuanich Point Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,514 reviews
Harborside park with picnic tables, a playground, paved paths & a bay-view rental facility.
Lake Sacajawea Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,509 reviews
Sprawling lake-themed park with a Japanese garden, walking paths, playgrounds and trees with interpretive signs.
Lake Fenwick Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,596 reviews
Lush green lakefront park with a boat launch, a disc golf course & jogging trails on its 141 acres.
Riverside State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,480 reviews
14,000 acres of woodlands along the Spokane River offering campsites, trails & an off-roading area.
North Lake Tapps Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,514 reviews
Waterside 80-acre park with a boat ramp, swimming facilities & picnic areas with grills.
Pioneer Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,455 reviews
Public parkland offering sports fields, a playground, trails & a river for swimming & tubing.
Hovander Homestead Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,412 reviews
This riverside park features a historic house & wood barn, farm animals & antique harvest equipment.
Heritage Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,438 reviews
The start/finish line for the 1984 US trials for the first Women’s Olympic Marathon started here.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,375 reviews
Guided hikes & wildlife observation are popular at this sprawling refuge with a variety of habitats.
Liberty Bay Waterfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,365 reviews
Waterfront park featuring a boardwalk and a gazebo, plus picnic tables and playgrounds.
Manchester State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,384 reviews
111-acre tree-filled park offering camping, hiking & a picnic shelter in a former torpedo warehouse.
Franklin Falls Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,324 reviews
Easy hike amid forested mountains leading to a waterfall that's especially refreshing on hot days.
Fort Ebey State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,321 reviews
Former site of a WWII coastal-defense fort offering camping, biking & walking trails, & a beach.
Wildwood Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,343 reviews
80-acre grounds with many tree-studded picnic areas, trails, a playground, 2 ball fields & more.
Juanita Bay Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,343 reviews
This 110-acre urban wildlife habitat is home to songbirds, waterfowl & beavers plus native foliage.
Lake Sylvia State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,364 reviews
Former logging site is now a lakeside park to camp, fish & hike in wooded surrounds, open all year.
Potlatch State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,411 reviews
82-acre bayfront park with 5,700 ft. of beach, campsites, picnic areas & mooring buoys.
Newcastle Beach Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,363 reviews
This grassy park has a beach with docks & lifeguards, restrooms, picnic tables & a play area.
Lundeen Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,333 reviews
Lakeside park providing a playground, picnic facilities, basketball court, and kayak rentals.
Pine Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,269 reviews
Lakefront park with a boat launch & fishing docks, plus sport courts, a ball field & 2 playgrounds.
Illahee State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,281 reviews
A 75-acre bayside park for camping, hiking, birding, watersports, fishing & other activities.
Martha Lake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,364 reviews
Lakefront park offering a playground, fishing dock, picnic areas & boardwalks through wetlands.
Log Boom Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,270 reviews
Playground, picnic tables and sandy beach area for swimming, paddling and boating.
Wintler Community Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,316 reviews
12.5-acre riverfront park providing beach access, benches, picnic tables & scenic mountain views.
Paradise Point State Park
4 ★★★★☆ 1,430 reviews
Creekside state park offering 88 acres of fee-based camping with yurts available for rental.
Wenatchee Confluence State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,267 reviews
187-acre park offers camping, sports fields, swimming & wetlands at the confluence of 2 rivers.
Seward Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,170 reviews
Wooded refuge boasting a 300-acre forest with hiking trails, walking paths, beaches & a playground.
Nolte State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,177 reviews
A 117-acre day-use park including a lake with boating & fishing, birdwatching & a 1.4-mile trail.
Blue Heron Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,221 reviews
24-acre lakefront park with grassy, shady lawns, a designated swimming area & a fishing bridge.
Kelsey Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,137 reviews
This 150-acre park with a playground & trails also features a farm with programs, tours & animals.
Bridle Trails State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,136 reviews
Forested 482-acre park with horse-show grounds & many walking & equestrian trails; no bikes allowed.
Beaver Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,128 reviews
154-acre park with fishing options, hiking trails, 3 ball fields, a playground & an event venue.
Blyth Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,144 reviews
This 40-acre former factory site has picnic shelters & a playground, plus trails & paved pathways.
Cap Sante Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,090 reviews
37-acre wooded parkland offering hiking trails, wildlife & elevated vistas of the marina.
Wilmot Gateway Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,133 reviews
Park space with a trail for jogging, biking & rollerblading, plus riverfront lawn & a playground.
Robert Y. Pratt Preserve at Ebey's Landing
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,079 reviews
Farms, houses & stores built by 19th-century settlers dot this scenic reserve along the sound.
Ballinger Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,148 reviews
Left in its natural state, this former golf course is a public area with mature trees & wetland.
Lord Hill Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,119 reviews
1,463-acre nature preserve with an evergreen forest & a trail for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
Vancouver Lake Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,114 reviews
Regional park with a sandy lakefront beach, BBQ grills, picnic tables & volleyball courts.
South Hill Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,089 reviews
Neighborhood park offering paved walking trails, a kids' play structure, a field & a dog area.
Hamlin Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,056 reviews
Public art dots this park offering miles of wooded trails, baseball fields & a covered picnic area.
North Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,070 reviews
An interpretive boardwalk winds through wetlands, plus separate play & picnic areas with grills.
Farrel-McWhirter Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,024 reviews
Family attraction with barnyard animals, picnicking, a horse arena, tire swings & walking trails.
Soos Creek Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,063 reviews
Wooded park with a playground, picnic shelter & BBQs, plus paved walking/biking trails & restrooms.
Watershed Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 996 reviews
Steep stepped trails run through this scenic 153-acre park with a rainforest canopy & creek.
Bellingham Boardwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 928 reviews
Breezy park boasting a boardwalk and beach access, plus cafes and playgrounds.
Lincoln Rock State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 896 reviews
Small park above Rocky Reach Dam with campsites, a protected swimming area, docks & playing fields.
Snoqualmie Point Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 892 reviews
Picturesque place offering a lookout shelter with a ramp & access to the Rattlesnake Mountain Trail.
Franklin Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 902 reviews
Community park featuring an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a playground & summer concert series.
Chambers Bay Loop Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 831 reviews
Hike-friendly site for families, solo adventurers and pooches, featuring a sandy beach and a park.
Lake Boren Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 867 reviews
Local park with walking paths, a kids' play area, picnic shelters, a fishing dock & athletic courts.
Marysville Twin Lakes
4.2 ★★★★☆ 901 reviews
Small park with two lakes (one each for adults and kids) for fishing, plus a swimming area.
Clark Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 837 reviews
A scenic 130-acre park around a lake offering fishing, walking trails & public art displays.
Isaac Evans Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 849 reviews
Playground set in a green space featuring picnic tables, a zip line and beach access.
Rhododendron Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 762 reviews
Public park offering picnic and BBQ facilities, a playground, basketball court, athletic fields, and a trail.
Whipple Creek Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 750 reviews
Park offering a network of woodland trails, featuring dog walking and equestrian use.
Sammamish Landing Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 742 reviews
Lakeside park with picnic areas, trails, and BBQs, plus swimming and fishing docks.
Island Lake County Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 766 reviews
Lakefront park featuring a swimming area, fishing pier & boat launch, plus trails & a playground.
River Meadows County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 729 reviews
Fishing, swimming, hiking & other activities on 150 acres with campgrounds & a yurt village.
Roegner Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 743 reviews
Family-friendly park with playgrounds and jogging trails, along the White River.
West Bay Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 720 reviews
Simple 17 acres on the shore of West Bay with a beach, walking trail, seating areas & public art.
Marine View Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 684 reviews
This 27-acre woodlands nature area has shaded hiking trails & a steep path to a sandy shoreline.
Fish Lake Regional Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 726 reviews
Lakeside recreational facility boasting swimming opportunities, hiking trails and grassy areas.
Evans Creek Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 670 reviews
Wildlife viewing & nature walks on diverse trails winding through marshes, woodlands & meadows.
McCollum Park Forest Loop Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 677 reviews
Acreage featuring a paved path, picnic benches, a playground and a closed swimming pool.
Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 630 reviews
Bird & animal sanctuary on 16,000 acres of permanent & seasonal wetlands with hiking trails.
Cedar River Trail Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 656 reviews
4-acre off-leash dog park surrounded by a split-rail fence, with separate area for shy & small dogs.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 629 reviews
Park and playground, featuring trails, picnic tables and fields, plus a telescope.
Illahee Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 586 reviews
Dog-friendly green space with a dense canopy of trees and well-marked trails, plus picnic tables.
Abrams Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 563 reviews
Playground-filled park featuring creek, baseball fields and disc golf course.
Little Spokane River Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 543 reviews
Landscape features hiking trails through marshy bogs & forests with various birds & other wildlife.
Cedar Grove Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 532 reviews
A playground, sheltered picnic tables & basketball court in a scenic park with towering cedar trees.
Teddy Bear Cove - Chuckanut Mountain Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 519 reviews
A hiking trail through the forest leads to a wooded bluff & scenic beach of crushed clam shells.
Federation Forest State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 512 reviews
Small park with interpretive trails and old-growth forests, plus views.
Scriber Lake Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 569 reviews
Quiet natural refuge on a lake with wetlands including a boardwalk, interpretive signs & picnicking.
Cascade Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 519 reviews
Grassy sports fields, a campground & a boat launch in a scenic environment fronting Lewis Horn.
Bresemann Forest
4.4 ★★★★☆ 519 reviews
Destination for nature walks on various trails in a tranquil forest setting with a small creek.
Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary
4.6 ★★★★★ 493 reviews
Wildlife refuge with a boardwalk & perimeter trail, plus restroom facilities & a parking lot.
Schaefer County Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 526 reviews
Park offering a playground and trails, plus picnic tables, a river and various sport fields for recreation.
Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park
4 ★★★★☆ 565 reviews
Grassy open space with a walking trail & large landscape sculpture by Bauhaus artist Herbert Bayer.
Berthusen Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 468 reviews
Peaceful park featuring easy walking trails and a playground, plus a BBQ grill.
Weowna Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 478 reviews
Old growth forest area offering lake views & a 2.5 mile trail along a creek with waterfalls & pools.
Squak Mountain State Park Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 477 reviews
Day-use park with 1,500+ acres of forest lands, plus trails for hikers & horseback riders.
Three Forks Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 465 reviews
Over 200 acres of open space with scenic views of Mount Si & an 8-acre off-leash dog play area.
Fort Ward Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 474 reviews
Historic park offering boating, fishing, an underwater scuba park & a paved beachfront trail.
Fort Townsend Historical State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 467 reviews
Formerly the site of 3 different U.S. army forts, this park offers camping, hiking & a long beach.
Jarrell Cove State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 427 reviews
Dockside camping & wooded forests draw crowds to this 43-acre state park accessible by road & boat.
South Whidbey State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 437 reviews
Bayfront park with sandy beaches, mountain & sea views, & secluded campsites amid old-growth forest.
Jennings Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 418 reviews
Park featuring trails for walking, running and dog-walking, plus a playground and a pond, as well as picnic tables and clean restrooms.
Long Lake County Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 448 reviews
Kid-friendly waterfront spot featuring a picnic area, playground, grills and a volleyball net.
Van Doren's Landing Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 405 reviews
This 10-acre park along the Green River Trail features picnic shelters, BBQs, fishing & restrooms.
Hamilton Mountain Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 376 reviews
Popular hiking trail to a waterfall, with paths running up to the summit for views of the Columbia River Gorge.
Cromwell Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 399 reviews
Clean neighborhood park with a playset, basketball hoops and baseball diamond.
Stewart Memorial Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 415 reviews
Nature-filled, kid-friendly area featuring a picnic spot, hiking trails and swings.
Edith Moulton Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 379 reviews
Located on 26 forested acres, this former farm site offers a creek, trails & a small picnic shelter.
Boxcar Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 386 reviews
Waterfront park with picnic areas, a marina, and a pedestrian bridge, plus kite-flying.
Ira Spring Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 368 reviews
Lakeside hiking area with views of Mount Rainier (and other peaks), plus picnic tables.
Centennial Trail Pilchuck Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 376 reviews
Known for biking and long walks, this path along the river features picnic tables and a restroom.
Montlake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 398 reviews
Dog-friendly waterfront park featuring barbecues, a boat launch, trails, a playground, picnic tables, and caves.
Interlaken Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 370 reviews
51.7-acre city park featuring paths & trails for bikers, hikers & joggers in a densely wooded area.
Cirque Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Recreational 27-acre park with softball fields, a skateboard park, a playground & Mt. Rainier views.
Ebright Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 340 reviews
Park with 2 playgrounds and a basketball court, plus picnic tables, and hiking trails.
Hathaway Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 363 reviews
Spacious, clean park featuring playgrounds for kids of all ages, plus sports fields and a riverfront.
Forest Ridge Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 374 reviews
Low-key destination for serene forest walks on wooded trails, plus a kids' playground.
Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
4.5 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
This large refuge on the Columbia River offers a trail & wildlife observation plus guided hikes.
Salmon-Morgan Creeks Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 323 reviews
Serene, well-wooded area of trails (some with loops) for kids and dogs, plus a creek.
Stimpson Family Nature Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 313 reviews
Well-kept trails winding through dense forests and wetlands for walks and running.
North Kitsap Heritage Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 319 reviews
800 acres of forestland with a modest network of hiking, dog walking & jogging trails.
China Lake Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 348 reviews
This tract of wildland surrounding a lake offers trails & nature viewing opportunities.
Spencer Island Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 354 reviews
A historic bridge brings birdwatchers to this marshy 400-acre island in the Snohomish River estuary.
Fragrance Lake Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 308 reviews
Scenic waterside retreat with hiking paths leading to a lake and bay views.
Coyote Wall Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 302 reviews
Hillside hiking spot and trail-running area, plus steep climbs and vistas, along with wildflowers.
Fallen Leaf Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 318 reviews
Park featuring hiking trails, picnic areas, a fishing hole, volleyball and a pet-friendly atmosphere.
Elliott Bay Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 300 reviews
Vibrant waterfront park with a beach, benches and paths for cycling, walking and jogging.
Willapa Hills State Park Trail - Chehalis Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 309 reviews
Paved walking, biking and horseback-riding trail following a route once used by railway cars.
McLane Creek Nature Trail Pond Loop Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 286 reviews
Peaceful trail system looping through forest and wetlands, with a pond and boardwalks.
Auburn Environmental Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 331 reviews
Elevated trail and lookout tower traversing a marsh with interpretive signs and wildlife viewing.
Foothills Trail, East Puyallup Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 285 reviews
Long paved trail for biking, running, in-line skating and walking, offering views of Mount Rainier.
Loganberry Lane Off-Leash Dog Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 290 reviews
A 0.2 acre city park with trails for off-leash dog walking.
Big Gulch Trail System
4.5 ★★★★★ 288 reviews
Dog-friendly trail system winding through meadows & forest, with wildlife, bridges & benches.
Gazzam Lake Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
444-acre forest, lake & wetland refuge with an extensive trail system & many birds, including owls.
Homann Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 292 reviews
This neighborhood park offers sports fields & courts, a running track, playground & picnic space.
Lake Stevens Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 270 reviews
Sprawling park, picnic spot and baseball field, plus basketball court.
Wanschers Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 280 reviews
Wooded lakeside park covering 16 acres, with mountain views, trails, fishing & picnic tables.
Bottle Beach State Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 286 reviews
State park featuring a short, paved boardwalk leading to a beach known for sea glass.
Beaver Marsh
4.4 ★★★★☆ 270 reviews
Forest & creek-lined trail network popular for dog walking and quiet strolls.
Callanan Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 274 reviews
Secluded, green space offering softball and baseball fields, plus basketball courts, picnic tables, swings and a playground, as well as trails.
Cable Line Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Trail for workouts with elevation gain in a location that doesn't require a pass.
Indian Painted Rocks Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Area for hiking and kayaking with varied terrain, including a viewpoint, and petroglyphs.
Cady Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 264 reviews
Small park with picnic tables, also offering river access for non-motorized boats.
Chambers Lake Trailhead Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 260 reviews
Park featuring a boat launch and fishing, plus trails, picnic areas, and a public restroom.
Cedar Lanes Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 256 reviews
8-acre park, home to many old cedar trees, featuring a playground, picnic tables & a BBQ grill.
Rainbow Falls Trails
4.5 ★★★★★ 242 reviews
Scenic park featuring waterfalls and a river for hiking, camping and swimming.
Pomona Grange Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 229 reviews
Pet-friendly area featuring a creek, picnic tables and a small fish hatchery.
Deschutes Falls Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Park featuring Deschutes Falls, hiking trails, a viewing platform, and picnic areas, as well as opportunities for birdwatching.
Pine Ridge Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 238 reviews
Dogs are welcome at this 24-acre urban forest, which offers walking trails & views of Goodhope Pond.
Harvey Manning Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 226 reviews
Hiking area featuring a handful of different loops plus views of Lake Washington and Mount Baker.
Garfield Nature Trail Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Short, pretty trail through a lush ravine, featuring a foot-friendly stream.
Black River Riparian Forest and Wetland
3.8 ★★★★☆ 270 reviews
Protected natural area that is home to 50+ species of birds, including the great blue heron.
Crystal Springs Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 243 reviews
Forest-y neighborhood recreation area with 2 play areas, a picnic area and tennis courts.
Clarke Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 220 reviews
Grassy, wooded area with a swimming beach, docks, picnic & BBQ areas & public rest rooms.
North Creek Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Long, mostly paved multi-use trail through rural & urban scenery, from Bothell to Mill Creek.
Blakely Harbor Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 219 reviews
Former logging site featuring walking paths and a graffiti-covered mill as well as picnic spots.
Upper Chambers Creek Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 211 reviews
Park-like hiking area with a creek, old-growth forests and a footbridge across a river and fording logs.
Harper Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 213 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring a baseball field, trails and a beach.
Grass Lake Nature Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 213 reviews
Wetlands wildlife preserve & education center with hundreds of species of native plants & animals.
Doleshel Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 215 reviews
Former Christmas tree farm turned outdoor recreation area with walking paths & a wooden bridge.
Levee Pond Park
4 ★★★★☆ 230 reviews
Tranquil park featuring a pond with paved walking paths and benches, plus gardens.
Watershed Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 204 reviews
This scenic neighborhood wooded tract features many hiking trails, a creek & benches for resting.
Cowiche Canyon Uplands - Scenic Drive Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 193 reviews
Large desert canyon with trails for hiking and mountain biking.
Belmondo's Reach
4.6 ★★★★★ 187 reviews
Nature-preserve, trails and beach area along the Cedar River featuring picnic spots, swimming holes and salmon viewing.
Jim Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Hike area with bridges, benches and parking for runners and hikers.
Saltese Uplands
4.7 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Hilly network of trails for walking, hiking and mountain biking, as well as for equestrians.
Hamilton Park (Ruston Way)
4.6 ★★★★★ 176 reviews
Tranquil park with waterfront views, featuring a birdwatching spot, a walking trail and parking.
Mission Creek Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 173 reviews
Neighborhood green space with trails through young and old-growth forests, plus an open area with benches.
Deering Wild Flower Acres
4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 reviews
Backyard park and conservation area with walking trails and a pond amid the woods.
East Sunset Way Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Popular area for hiking featuring many loops and trails that connect to Poo Poo Point, plus a shooting range.
Japanese Gulch South Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 161 reviews
Natural setting for hiking, mountain biking, and running with a fenced-in off-leash area for dogs.
Van Lierop Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 164 reviews
Tranquil park featuring a playground and trails as well as a field with wildflowers.
Gilbert Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 169 reviews
Tranquil neighborhood park with picnic tables on its lawns, established trees & a labyrinth feature.
Homestead Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 169 reviews
Park with a rhododendron garden, a playground, and picnic tables, plus benches and paths.
Ronald Bog Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 173 reviews
Property consisting of open space & picnic facilities surrounding a large body of water.
Cougar Creek Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 151 reviews
Natural area with a path along Cougar Creek and tables for picnicking.
Greenwater Lakes Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 151 reviews
Family-friendly lake, river and stream hike boasting a campground and a couple of bridges.
Riverton Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 159 reviews
Small grassy park featuring a playground and a walk/run trail around the perimeter.
Mill Creek Community Assoc's Nature Reserve (Private)
4.5 ★★★★★ 154 reviews
Paved trails wind through this forested walk, a haven for birds and dogs.
Anderson Lake State Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 168 reviews
Lakeside day park offers 410 wooded & wetland acres with hiking & biking trails plus bird-watching.
Fred V. Habenicht Rotary Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 155 reviews
Relaxed outdoor space on Cedar River offering access to walking trails, plus picnic shelters.
Wind Mountain Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 144 reviews
Steep hiking trail to a summit with sweeping views, said to be a sacred site for tribal youth.
Jennings Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Park featuring a walking trail, playground, 8 pickleball courts, baseball field, and pond, plus picnic areas.
Dugualla State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 150 reviews
Relaxed, scenic woodland spot with a path down to a beach.
Waughop Lake Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Quiet area featuring a paved walkway around a serene lake and an off-leash area for dogs.
Freedom Trail
4.3 ★★★★☆ 154 reviews
Popular hiking area with a partially paved, partially gravel, 1.5-mile trail that's good for kids.
Harvard Road Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 139 reviews
Popular trail for walking and biking, with access to the Spokane River.
Hawley Cove Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 144 reviews
Beach and park reached via a boardwalk and a trail, offering ferry views.
Scenic Hill Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 150 reviews
Peaceful spot for kids and adults alike to enjoy, with walking trails and picnic areas.
Tradition Lake
4.5 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Peaceful scenic space at the base of Tiger Mountain, featuring a lake and hiking trails.
Interpretive Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 149 reviews
Park featuring a walking trail and a playground, plus opportunities for bird watching and hiking.
Tiger Mountain Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 139 reviews
Destination for hiking and mountain biking with trails that lead to the top of Tiger Mountain.
Crescent Lake
4.3 ★★★★☆ 145 reviews
This 360-acre area of forests & swamp offers 2 miles of mowed trails, plus hunting.
Glenrose Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
Trails and roads loop through scenic forests and grassy hills, attracting hikers.
Pioneer Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 142 reviews
Relaxed park featuring 2 tennis courts and a playground for kids, plus a wooded trail.
Bayshore Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Flat-terrain park and preserve featuring kid-friendly hiking trails and bayside views.
Dudley Carter Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Modest green space named after a famous wood-carving artist with some of his work onsite.
Mercer Slough Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
Serene park with hiking trails (including kid-friendly ones) and a blueberry farm.
Barclift Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 132 reviews
Public park with a playground, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and restrooms.
Makarenko Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Dog-friendly park featuring grassy areas, a soccer field and woodsy trails.
Jenkins Creek Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 134 reviews
Semi-rustic park offering paved walking trails and a pond.
Frink Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
Serene community park offering a network of recreational trails among woodland environs.
May Valley Loop Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Kid- and dog-friendly hiking area featuring scenic trails through the woods.
N.A.D. Marine Park
4 ★★★★☆ 137 reviews
Bayfront park featuring beach access, walking trails & wooded area with abandoned military bunkers.
Discovery Park Beach
4.6 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Kite-surfing, hiking, and picnicking are activities at this area with a beach and lighthouse.
Skokomish Lower South Fork Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 113 reviews
Scenic hiking area with large trees, peaceful spots by the river, and picnic tables.
Hidden Cove Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Quiet park featuring a dock, swimming, paddle boarding, and picnic areas.
Huff ’n’ Puff Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Wood-chipped trails crisscross this tranquil park where you can walk, run and hike.
Chambers Creek Canyon Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Park with kid-friendly hiking trails, a view of the Puget Sound, and a creek that's good for wading.
Lower Peninsula Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 115 reviews
Frisbee golf spot, plus a boat launch and a dock.
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