The best cycling routes around Arlington Heights

Lake McMurray is the name of both the lake and the town along its shore. The town was founded in 1890 when the railroad was routed to the area.

The Centennial Trail is a fantastic, well-maintained 30-mile paved recreational pathway spanning from Snohomish to Arlington. Ideal for walking, biking, and hiking, it follows the historic Burlington-Northern railroad line. Established in 1989 during the state's centennial celebration, it has since become a beloved route for over half a million people annually, providing an ideal escape from traffic for recreation and commuting.

The trail covers about 30 miles, following a historic rail line throughout. You will pass through forests and farmland with creeks running alongside. It features a nicely paved surface, making it an easy hike.

This spot offers one of the most spectacular views of Lake Cassidy, where visitors can stroll out onto the dock and enjoy a panoramic vista of the water. It provides opportunities for fishing or launching your boat onto the serene waters, making it a perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

The museum, set against scenic ponds, showcases artifacts from the north and south forks of the Stillaguamish River Valley. Visitors can explore exhibits on household items, logging history, military artifacts, railroads, sports, medicine, education, transportation, and music. If you want to visit the museum, it's important to check the updated hours of the Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum before planning a visit, and you can find the information at https://www.stillymuseum.org.

This trail is excellent from Snohomish up to Armar. Once it enters Arlington, it is mostly a glorified sidewalk and definitely not fun to get through. But once you do get through Arlington, the last bit north to trail end at the Nakashima barn is excellent as well. Too bad there is that ugly stretch in the middle.

I biked along the Centennial Trail from Arlington to Snohomish, but the trail extends a bit further north, with the trailhead on WA-9 halfway between McMurray and Bryant. The Centennial Trail is a multi-use path that functions well as a highway for cycling, with smooth pavement, very gentle gradients along the foothills, and few road crossings. It's both pleasurable to ride and an efficient piece of cycling transportation infrastructure. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Very beautiful stop; take the sloping descent from the trail rather than the steep drop farther north.