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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Federal Way Downtown

Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Federal Way Downtown

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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Federal Way Downtown

03:21

80.0km

330m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.6 km

Outdoor Fitness Area on the Sumner Link Trail

Highlight • Rest Area

Near this spot on the Sumner Link Trail, just south of Tacoma Ave, there are a few picnic tables just off the trail and you're quite close to the White …

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35.4 km

View of Carbon River from Foothill Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This is a fantastic viewpoint along the river, and the paved section of trail here is easily done on a road bike.

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38.4 km

Rest Stop by the Carbon River

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a picnic table and primitive campfire here. Great views of the river. Good spot for a snack.

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40.5 km

View of Carbon River from the Foothills Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Foothills Trail parallels the Carbon River for many miles, but your view is often obscured by foliage. Here you get a clear view of the river from the trail, as well as the verdant flora overhanging its banks.

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45.2 km

Voight Creek bridge on the Foothills Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Just a simple bridge with Voight Creek views.

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47.3 km

Foothills Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Foothills Trail is a mostly paved 21-mile path from Puyallup toward Mount Rainier, perfect for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Enjoy views of Mount Rainier, wildlife, and historic sites …

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80.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.0 km

34.1 km

1.28 km

1.20 km

334 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

76.0 km

3.30 km

736 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Thursday 16 July

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51 %

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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Federal Way Downtown

Outdoor Fitness Area on the Sumner Link Trail

View of Carbon River from Foothill Trail

Rest Stop by the Carbon River

View of Carbon River from the Foothills Trail

Voight Creek bridge on the Foothills Trail

Foothills Trail

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