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Wilkowski Park – Yelm-Tenino Trail loop from Yelm

Wilkowski Park – Yelm-Tenino Trail loop from Yelm

Easy

4.5

(2030)

9,679

riders

Wilkowski Park – Yelm-Tenino Trail loop from Yelm

01:57

48.1km

180m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.74 km

View of Mount Rainier from Yelm

Highlight • Viewpoint

Yelm is a small city with huge views of Mount Rainier from almost anywhere in town. The charming downtown area has a number of eateries offering post-hike fuel.

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1.75 km

City of Yelm

Highlight • Settlement

Yelm is a small city with huge views of Mount Rainier from almost anywhere in town. The charming downtown area has a number of eateries.

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9.54 km

Railroad Trestle

Highlight • Bridge

The Yelm-Tenino rail trail was developed along a former railroad. The trestle that bridges the trail just north of the town of Rainier is a good reminder of this area's history.

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10.2 km

Wilkowski Park

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a public restroom and playground at Wilkowski Park, on the north end of the town of Rainier.

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13.0 km

Yelm-Tenino Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The 21-mile Chehalis Western Trail intersects the 14-mile Yelm-Tenino Trail at its midpoint, connecting every major town in Thurston County.

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13.6 km

Yelm-Tenino Trail & Western Chehalis Trail Junction

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The 21-mile Western Chehalis Trail intersects the 14-mile Yelm-Tenino Trail at its midpoint, connecting every major town in Thurston County.

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14.4 km

Deschutes Prairie Viewpoint

Viewpoint

21.1 km

Yelm-Tenino Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved, multi-use rail trail runs 14 miles in total, but also intersects with the 21-mile Chehalis Western Trail — so you could run a marathon here if you wanted to.

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26.0 km

Great American Rail-Trail: Rainer to Tenino Section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Great American Rail-Trail in Washington spans over 540 miles, from the Idaho border to the Pacific Coast. This section of the trail runs from Rainer to Tenino, offering a traffic-free way to commute, exercise, and enjoy the scenery.

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48.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.1 km

4.94 km

726 m

354 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.3 km

4.51 km

155 m

Elevation

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Description

If you're seeking a relaxed, scenic road cycling route near Yelm, the Wilkowski Park – Yelm-Tenino Trail loop from Yelm is an excellent choice. This easy 29.9-mile (48.1 km) ride, with just 588 feet (179 metres) of elevation gain, takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes to complete, making it perfect for cyclists of any fitness level looking for a pleasant outing.

What to expect on Wilkowski Park – Yelm-Tenino Trail loop from Yelm

This paved rail-trail offers a diverse journey through agricultural fields, dense forests, and picturesque wetlands. You'll enjoy a 'green ride' with plenty of trees and shrubs, including a mile of forest trail alongside McIntosh Lake where you might spot herons. While mostly flat, expect a gentle 320-foot climb if you're heading from Tenino towards Yelm. The route is generally smooth, though some sections, particularly between Yelm and Rainier, have root heaves, making it a pleasant rural ride for most.

Planning your visit

You'll find convenient trailheads with parking, restrooms, and picnic tables in Yelm, Rainier, and Tenino. Wilkowski Park in Rainier provides seasonal restrooms, and the Tenino City Park trailhead even has a bike service station with air and tools. This trail also connects with the 22-mile Chehalis Western Trail, offering options for significantly longer cycling excursions.

Trail details

Distance: 29.9 miles (48.1 km)
Elevation gain: 588 feet (179 metres)
Difficulty: easy
Estimated time: 1 hours and 56 minutes

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View of Mount Rainier from Yelm

City of Yelm

Railroad Trestle

Wilkowski Park

Yelm-Tenino Trail

Yelm-Tenino Trail & Western Chehalis Trail Junction

Yelm-Tenino Trail

Great American Rail-Trail: Rainer to Tenino Section

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