Accessibility: The first 2/3 of the trail is paved and typically at least five feet wide. This is not a good trail if you’re trying to “get away” from city life and go on a hike. The trails wind through wooded areas, shady parks, along streams, the Cedar River, and downtown Cedar Rapids. Tip: It was a little difficult finding the parking as Apple Maps takes you to a Boeing field instead of the beginning but if you use Google Maps you’ll find it. The Cedar River Trail follows the Cedar River from where it enters Lake Washington in the City of Renton upriver to the community of Landsburg at the boundary of the City of Seattle’s Cedar River Watershed. The Cedar River Trail was the former mainline of the Milwaukee Road. The trail is paved for most of the way, starting at the southern end of Lake Washington, but reverts to gravel about five miles before it concludes at Landsburg Park in Maple Valley. If you plan to hike, bring bug spray. Trail map of the Cedar River Trail (WA) from I-405 at Cedar River Park (Renton) to Landsburg Rd. Trail reports are used to indicate a trails current condition and inform builders and other riders about any issues on a trail. Plan your visit by bus using. Phillip Arnold Park (The Tapeworm and Parasite Trails), Olympus Trail to Heritage Trail and Waterline Trail, https://rentonwa.gov/city_hall/community_services/parks_and_trails/find_a_park_or_trail/cedar_river_trail. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and road biking and is best used from June until September. Most of the trail is on public lands (national forest or state parks), however some segments are along roads and across private land (where allowed). Nice, even trail with lots of access to the river. Absolutely love this trail. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 native grasses and wildflowers have been established along sections of the trail and offer vivid floral displays of nativeIowa prairie. In total, the Cedar River trail is 17 miles long and the first 12 miles are paved. Cedar River Trail is a 16.1 mile inter-city trail following the Cedar River. Beyond that the surface is dirt. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. No parking pass required. I almost go here everyday for a Run or long walks. Enjoy tranquil locations such as bluffs overlooking Cedar Lake, painted sunset sky at Garden of the Gods, or migrating waterfowl resting in the floodplains of the Mississippi River. Loud highway traffic and can see it a lot of the way so be warned, but we don’t mind & think it’s beautiful. The Cedar River Trail is 12.6 miles long and is ten feet wide. Please click around the new site for more information about the Cedar River and Black Hawk Creek water trails. As you approach the city streets, there are choices. The bridge at Maplewood Roadside Park is currently being worked on and closed; detour goes to sidewalk along the highway before cutting back to trail at Riverview Park. However, this lower trail is often closed during the winter months, or when water levels are high. You can’t really hear the river due to the cars. SE and SE 252nd Pl. From I-405, take exit 5 (Sunset Blvd NE) and turn west onto NE Park Drive. You will be walking/riding below mossy bridges, which makes it a scenic route as well. I believe it’s an old railroad line that they paved over like a smaller street. Beautiful fall colors easy walk, can walk pieces or the full 15 or so miles. Green to Cedar River Trail It is open for non-motorized use and parallels State Route 169 for much of its length. Most trails are surfaced with crushed limestone. You can easily wear workout gear versus hiking gear. Dense trees so can get muggy. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. It’s all smooth blacktop with some shared highway sections in Cedar Rapids. Location: Cedar River Trail (across from Kickstand) Roadshow Rides. It gets better after the pavement ends, Nice shady ride with some nice views. It connects Renton to Maple Valley. Flat, paved trail. The Cedar River Trail (CRT) follows the Cedar River from where it enters Lake Washington in the City of Renton upriver to the community of Landsburg at the boundary of the … The Cedar River Trail follows the old Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad corridor on a straight, flat shot out of the sprawling Seattle metro area and into the rural countryside. Very nice ride next to the Cedar River However it boarders a busy road so traffic noise is loud. The trail parallels the Renton Municipal Airport, where you can watch small planes coming in over the lake and landing just on the other side of the river. The Cedar River Regional Trail is a partially paved 17.3-mile (27.8 km) rail trail in Washington. The trail follows the river for 17.4 miles, from the Cedar River Watershed’s western boundary at Landsburg, downstream to the mouth of the Cedar River, where it empties into Lake Washington in Renton. Due to river erosion in February 2020, the trail is narrowed to one lane in some areas. The trail offers a number of activity options. Immediately after passing under the SR 18 elevated roadway, turn left on SE 216th Way. Cedar River State Water Trail Share your own photos of the river! WTA Pro Tip: At Houser Way, 1.6 miles (eastbound only), go left 150 feet and use the pedestrian signal to cross Houser Way, then take the underpass beneath I-405. Close to the city where we live so only 20 minutes to get there. The return route is the same, with the exception of Houser Way, as already mentioned. Not very peaceful but beautiful scenery. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The official trail stays on the north side of the river until it comes to a ‘T’ at Houser Way at 1.6 miles. Parking spots near the lake have a 4-hour limit. Nice paved trail along the Cedar River. Fun midafternoon run along the Cedar River amongst the last of the falling maple leaves. This trailhead is accessible by bus! Starting on the shore of Lake Washington at a Boeing plant, you can begin where the Cedar River dumps into Lake Washington. Nice flat trail (which is really rare in the Seattle terrain). I went off a random dirt “trail” across from the dog park and there were tents so I turned around and continued on the paved trail. This is a walk, not a hike. To select just a portion of the trail, consider these other access points: Puget Sound and Islands -- Seattle-Tacoma Area, http://www.kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/trails/regional-trails/popular-trails/cedar-river.aspx, http://tothebeachwa.com/pdf/RegionalParksTrailsMap-20.pdf. status date description; Aug 19, 2020 @ 9:45am. At 3.0 miles, the trail comes up along the south side of the Maple Valley Highway. Cross the Cedar River on a bridge under the freeway, then head east on the well-marked trail. Dog friendly. Road noises in some places. Other than that, there is lots of scenic pockets that make it a pleasant ride. Now, with that being said, it is a beautiful path. Be the first to rate! We will be running S/SE along the Cedar River Pipeline to Landsburg Road, crossing over the Summit/Landsburg Bridge to the Cedar River Trail, coming back N/NW on the CRT to 242nd Way SE/SE 244th St. and back to our cars. This trail meanders from the Cedar River Trail South through Maple Valley. Cedar River Trail Trail Reports no reports have been added for Cedar River Trail yet, add a trail report . Feb 9, 2020 @ 11:50am. Ken Giesbers. The trail is beautiful going along the Charles river, through the woods and meadows, but in the summer time, ticks are everywhere and our dogs love romping in high grass. Bicyclists are not allowed on the first 0.6 mile of trail, but may ride on Nishiwaki Lane. Plan your visit by bus using TOTAGO, or consult the schedules for King County Metro route number 143 or DART 907. Length 1.9 mi Elevation gain 36 ft Route type Out & Back (1.7 miles from Lake Washington), Riverview Park, along SR 169, 1.0 mile east of I-405 (2.7 miles from Lake Washington), An unmarked gravel parking lot at SR 169 and SE 215. find trail maps, reviews, photos & driving directions on traillink.com Donate A street-level route is always available, sharing the road with vehicles. Photo by Myk OLeary. Along its route, the trail passes through the communities of Irvington and Downsville and the Dunnville State Wildlife Area. (Hobart). View Cedar River Trail North with amenities in a larger map. In 2.3 miles, turn right into the gravel parking lot. Surfaced with asphalt from Evansdale to McFarlane Park east of La Porte City and then compacted limestone, the trail follows the floodplain of the Cedar River. The grade is mostly gentle with an estimated max of 5%. Cedar River Trail is a 25.6 kilometer moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Renton, Washington that features a river and is rated as moderate. to the north it boarders the airport and Boeing factory so that's pretty cool to watch the airplanes. Seattle, WA 98104. Mileages listed are from the shores of Lake Washington unless otherwise noted. Empty on Wednesday afternoons (and 87 degree Sunday afternoons!) Trail Ratings 0.0 from 0 votes #1 in Escanaba River State Forest #40082 Overall. We will publish our routes on the Wednesday before each event here and on our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages. Here, bicyclists must dismount. The Cedar River Water Trail is a paddling trail that runs through Muscatine County. We didn’t make it to the unsaved part. This 24-acre park contains picnic areas that are close to the water, play equipment, and a non-motorized boat launch. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and road biking and is best used from June until September. At the very first signal, Park Drive becomes Logan Avenue N. Continue 0.7 mile, then turn right on N. 6th Street. Will come back with my bike sometime to do more of it. It’s … not very peaceful ride. Beautiful place a lot of bridges and long with river. This is the location of the Cascade Canoe and Kayak Club. A bit noisy where it is near the road, but otherwise it is a nice multi-use trail. There are numerous bridges and it is not always obvious whether to cross or not; there appears to be a path on either side. Where to Park: There is ample parking in the Ron Regis Park’s parking lot at 1501 Orcas Ave SE, Renton. Cedar River Trail is a 1.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Stephenson, Michigan that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Trip Frontcountry Trail Run - Cedar River Trail. It continues past Kent Kangley and onward to Black Diamond as the Lake Wilderness Trail. The Cedar River, seen from one of many vanage points along the Cedar River Trail. But street crossings require observance of traffic and pedestrian signals. Along this stretch only, bicyclists are limited to 10 miles per hour; elsewhere the limit is 15 mph. if youre looking to just get some long miles in quick, good place for that. Crossing Bronson Way N. (without a marked crosswalk) can be hazardous; there are crosswalks one block to the north or south. One of the few rivers in the state with strict regulations regarding how you can fish. Hike by WTA Correspondents: only a 2 or 3 out of 5. it's a great level and paved mixed use trail. For the purposes of this guide, the starting point is the Renton trailhead. For parking, follow Nishiwaki Lane to the right, to a parking area with restrooms.To get to the Landsburg trailhead, take I-405 exit 4 and head east on State Route 169 10.1 miles. Straight ahead, at the end of 6th is the beginning of the bike trail. Sum it up, if you're looking for a peaceful ride in nature, this is NOT the place. Nice trail ,is on repair but still can enjoy the walk. WTA is working to ensure nature is always within reach. The trail starts out hugging the east bank, then the north bank of the Cedar River. The entire way is paved and there are multiple parts where you walk on the street or through parks and open field. A popular, pleasant, paved trail along the river good for walking and biking. A campground is located along the trail at McFarlane Park. At 12.7 miles is the end of pavement, at a junction with the Green to Cedar River Trail. The Trestle Bridge Repair project has been completed as of September 2020. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The short section between 405 and the 169 is pretty, but that's it. Safe trail for everyone. Once completed it will be a north-south connection for cyclists, pedestrians and equestrians, weaving through the best of an exceptional landscape connecting south King County communities to rivers, … Beginning at the edge of Renton's historic downtown, the trail rolls upstream along the … It passes beneath street-level overpasses to make crossings safer. From Logan Avenue N. to Bronson Way N., there is a lower path along the river’s edge. The last 5 are dirt. There are numerous access points along the trail and abundant parking areas especially south of Mount Vernon Road. 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