Sammamish River Trail

You can find parking at various points along the trail. Notable parks like Wilmot Gateway Park in Woodinville, Bothell Landing, and Marymoor Park in Redmond offer amenities including parking. These parks serve as excellent starting points for your journey.

Yes, the trail is dog-friendly. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash and that you clean up after them to maintain a pleasant experience for all users.

The Sammamish River Trail is accessible and enjoyable year-round. However, it can get quite busy on pleasant days and during peak hours. For a quieter experience, consider visiting during off-peak times or seasons.

As part of the King County Regional Trail System, there are generally no permits or entrance fees required to access the Sammamish River Trail itself. However, specific parks along the route, like Marymoor Park, may have parking fees. Always check local park websites for the most current information.

The trail is predominantly flat and paved with asphalt for its entire length, making it very accessible. There are minimal elevation changes, with only about 23 feet of gain. In some sections, particularly between Marymoor Park and 175th Street in Woodinville, a separate soft-surface, grass/dirt trail runs parallel to the paved path, which is also accessible to horses.

You'll enjoy continuous views of the Sammamish River as the trail meanders through green spaces, parks, sports fields, and agricultural land. A highlight is passing through Woodinville Wine Country, with glimpses of wineries. Keep an eye out for abundant wildlife, including salmon, turtles, and beaver in the river, as well as eagles, hawks, herons, ducks, geese, frogs, weasels, bunnies, and deer along the banks.

Yes, the trail's nearly flat and paved surface makes it ideal for walkers, joggers, and those with strollers. It is largely wheelchair accessible, though two short sections have grades slightly below ADA standards. Its easy difficulty makes it suitable for a wide range of users.

Yes, the trail is a crucial connection point within the larger "Locks to Lakes Corridor." It links to the Burke-Gilman Trail at Blyth Park in Bothell, allowing for extended journeys towards Seattle. At its eastern end in Marymoor Park, it connects to the Marymoor Connector Trail and the East Lake Sammamish Trail. The route also passes through sections of the Tolt Pipeline Trail and the Woodinville Valley Trail.

Beyond the river itself, the trail passes through several parks such as Bothell Landing, Wilmot Gateway Park, and Marymoor Park, which offer amenities like playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic areas. Its route through Woodinville also provides direct access to many wineries and tasting rooms.

Absolutely! A significant highlight of the trail is its passage through Woodinville Wine Country. Many wineries and tasting rooms are directly accessible from the trail, offering a unique opportunity to combine outdoor activity with wine tasting.

The trail is very popular and can become crowded on pleasant days and during peak hours. To enjoy a quieter experience, consider visiting during weekday mornings or later in the afternoons, or during the cooler, less popular seasons.