Take the first left onto College Street SE, which, in 3. Go 9 more miles, and turn left onto rd Avenue SE in Rainier. In 1 mile, turn right onto Center Street N, and proceed about 0. Had I known, I would have brought a bucket! They made a great lunch! Such long well paved trails! We love these wide long trails. Nice over passes and few places you have to cross the roads.
It was Saturday and plenty of others using the trail. I used the combination of Yelm-Tenino and Chehalis West trails last year to get ready for the Seattle to Portland ride. Start in Tenino and ride out to where the trail intersects with Chehalis then ride that trail to where the trail crosses South Bay road turn around there and you get around 50 miles of riding.
Gas station on South Bay Rd is a good place to replenish water, etc. The weird little dirt part of the trail off of Rainier Road is the only issue. If you haven't ridden there before the trail drops down along Rainier Road for a couple of blocks then there is a sharp left onto this hard packed dirt part of the trail. Take it slow. It is pretty short and then the trail opens up to a very wide paved stretch.
Great trail throughout. Quiet nice scenery and strategically placed facilities. We did 40 miles 20 out and back today on this fantastic trail. We are fairly new to road cycling and still a bit nervous to ride a lot in traffic. This trail gave us the mileage we needed with out the concerns of riding on busy roads. The scenery is outstanding, a good amount of shade, and not too many other users mid-week. The trail itself seemed well marked and maintained.
Please disregard reviews that share concerns about losing the trail. The issues in Lacy "near the Petsmart" have been resolved and we had no problems. There is a short area, as someone stated before about ft, of gravel. Our road bikes traversed it fine, no flats. This is quickly followed by an equally short bit on the road with traffic. Just keep going and you will join the trail again on the right side of the road.
There is little doubt that we will be frequent users of this trail even though we live near Tacoma. Oh, also, we were very impressed with vehicles stopping at crossings, very courteous and safe! Thank you! I love walking this quiet, restful trail, it would be all the more restful if the bicyclists could be advised that they can NOT be heard when they approach rapidly from behind a walker or baby buggy, at the speeds they use.
They also do not respect walkers by riding two and three abreast and forcing the walker off the paved area. This could be helped by a sign to remind cyclists to use bells and that they have a duty to share this glorious trail. The section of the trail I use is also used by people dependent on wheelchairs and walkers and I am concerned that there will be a sad accident due to these speeds and no warnings. I also note that although the dog walkers often use the doggy droppings bags, they tend to throw them on the side of the trail!
Please put some signs up addressing these issues. I love this trail and have ridden all parts of it. Relatively flat so it's good for the young ones, quiet and peaceful and overall great. We rode the trail on Easter Sunday and found it delightful. We left from Lacey and went south about 8. People were friendly and the trail is well maintained. The one confusing part came when the paved trail ended and you had to ride about feet on gravel to the highway.
There was no signage for first time riders. Fortunately, some young men pointed us in the right direction. Hint: At the highway, turn right and stay on the right for about two blocks. There is a sign where the trail picks up again and you head up a little grade, back into the woods. Love the bench further south along the Deschutes river.
I live near the trail and walk it every day with my dog. Often there are bicycle riders, sometimes in groups that ride by. Many are courteous and have a bell, or alert me ahead of time that they are behind me. I appreciate that. However, sometimes a group just races past me without warning. One of these days I am going to accidentally step in front of one of those riders and we will have an accident.
I am Let's all share the trail and keep safety first and foremost, shall we? Thank you. I ride this trail dozens of times a year. It's very interesting. All types of riding on a bicycle are available. There are sections where you need to keep it under 10 mph when there are a lot walkers, dog walkers, strollers, families, roller bladers, skateboarders, and kids learning to ride bikes.
It's a section of about 3 miles heading south of the trailhead in Lacey on 14th Avenue. It's nice to see that section of the trail getting so much use, so don't complain You'll go through all kinds of scenery. Urban shopping center parking lot, golf course, along a river, along a lake, an inlet of the puget sound, prairie, through horse property, along railroad tracks, and several sections of trail lined with fir trees.
The trail connects with other great trails. The Yelm-Tenino trail that is about You could easily spend the entire day riding this network of trails.
You are likely to see some wildlife - rabbits, birds, squirrels, raccoons, deer, and maybe even some snakes. Mid-august to early September you'll find many spots to stop and snack on some wild blackberries. From April through October, get on the Woodland trail and ride into Olympia and go to the Farmer's Market open - and eat some great local food and grab some fuel fruit and jerky for the rest of your riding.
I can't think of a better summer day for vacationers visiting the Lacey-Olympia area that love cycling and sightseeing.
Plenty of great road rides around too, as well as mountain biking in Capitol Forest. I found this trail to be very kind to new riders. There is a couple of sections of trail that are "broken" Just a little annoying. The second section that we found was down by the Yelm Highway, where the trail abruptly stops at an active railroad berm, and you are directed to go " ft of gravel". Unfortunately, when you get out to the Highway, there is no other sign. We waited until we saw another biker come out onto the highway to see which way we needed to go.
So, when that happens, turn RIGHT, go under the RR bridge pretty wooden bridge , and up the highway generally South - East about 2 blocks worth, immediately past the housing development driveway with the water feature, and you will see the trail dart to the right, uphill steep! One interesting feature of the trail we did the entire length was the change of native plants. It seemed to us that the best way to do this trail round trip, would be to start at the North end, Woodard Bay, go to the end, then back.
Because you will finish the ride on a downward joyride! I live right next to the chehalis western trail and walk or bike it atleast three times a week.
Whether you're looking for an easy walking trail or a bike trail like the Cushman Trail and Yelm-Tenino Trail. Click on any trail below to find trail descriptions, trail maps, photos, and reviews. Commuters move between the cities of Olympia and Lacey along a former Burlington Northern corridor now known as the Woodland Trail. The Chehalis Western Trail runs north and south from the midpoint of The 5-mile trail is a safe and convenient Tacoma was the terminus of the rail line that stretched all the way to the Great Along the way, the trail follows the White River, offering views of the water, Castle Rock's popular Riverfront Trail originates at its main trailhead in Lion's Pride Park, which offers covered picnic areas.
Following a dike north along the Cowlitz River from the park, the trail The interpretive trail winds through the deep forest and alongside scenic The trolley ran between Tacoma and Seattle from to , falling The mile Yelm-Tenino Trail travels through the rural towns of Yelm, Rainier, and Tenino on a paved route through agricultural areas, forests, and wetlands.
Commuters can access Olympia, Lacey, and The Puyallup Riverwalk Trail traces the tree-lined shoreline in northern Puyallup, a few miles southeast of Tacoma. The paved pathway consists of two completed segments with about a mile of The park offers access to the water for fishing, swimming, boating, and wildlife viewing harbor seals and sea The 2-mile trail links at both The Coweeman River Trail follows the dike on the west side of the river for 4 miles, giving access to the riverfront and Tam O'Shanter Park.
The setting on the northern section is residential, and the The trail appropriately never strays too far from Grandview Its linear, flat and paved nature make it a cinch for all travelers and it offers lovely views of Commencement Bay, The Foothills Trail is a mile collection of six unconnected segments of the old Burlington Northern Railway that served the farming, coal-mining, and logging economies near the base of Mount The Cowlitz River Trail follows its namesake river along a dike on the east bank.
The trail is asphalt and connects Kelso residents with the riverfront. The trail parallels the active BNSF line that This short community rail-trail connects the cities of Aberdeen and Cosmopolis through some original wetland areas.
The trail also leads directly to the large sports complex at Pioneer Park, while The Chehalis Riverfront Walkway provides a scenic route from the south side of Aberdeen to the sprawling Bishop Athletic Complex along an abandoned Burlington Northern railroad grade and levee.
Gig Harbor's Cushman Trail is a paved, non-motorized route for pedestrian and bike use. The trail shares much of its corridor with overhead Tacoma Power electric lines. Along the way, trail users will Closure Notice: A portion of the trail between Adna and Chehalis will be closed starting at the end of April for approximately one year, due to construction work to install a trail overpass above The East Aberdeen Waterfront Walkway is a 6-foot wide asphalt trail that meanders along the north side of the Chehalis River in Aberdeen.
Historically, this land was used for industrial purposes, and Nice trail. Espresso stand with chairs and cover part Orting. Some oddities - parking in Puyallup says "2 hours limit". There is no way average person would be able to ride the entire thing in 2 hours, considering stops and maybe even lunch. Took me 3 hours Puyallup - Buckley and back with coffee break.
There are parking lots in Orting without the sign. Best part is from Orting to Buckley, away from the road, wonderful fall colors, bridges, etc. Puyallup - Orting is flat, but goes along in farming-light industrial zone, so expect some diesel fumes from trucks. Back ride is mostly downhill with little effort.
Good options for lunch, coffee or even dinner in Puyallup and Orting. Not busy, but it was weekday. We hiked the trail last weekend going east from Pe Ell to Frances. This is really a beautiful portion of the Willapa Hills Trail. However, there are two dangerous trestles between the towns of Pluvious and Frances that should be avoided.
They are 2. Be aware that the trestle at the west end is marked as closed but there are no closed signs when you approach the trestles from the east. With a 50' drop, one of the trestles has very narrow ties with a wide gap between them. Two of the ties are loose with one of them about to give way. Be careful. We will continue our hike from Frances with a stop in Menlo next.
Even with some hazards, the Willapa Hills Trail is a remarkable trail. Challenging as a first-time user. We found this trail a bit difficult to follow when riding from the north end by Home Depot as there were sections where we were off the trail on city streets and were unfamiliar with the area.
We enjoyed the big hills up and the long rides down. However, on the return the trail was much easier to follow. We suggest previewing the map closely before starting. Smooth surface which was great and well maintained! There are several very hazardous places on this trail and several places you can't hike because of 'greenery' blocking the trail.
Near the Gun Clubb Rd that's how it's spelled you are blocked from the trail and have to go down the bank to the road. Logging trucks are whizzing by as you share the road with them. Shoulder is about 1 foot wide and at one point you cross a short bridge where you could reach out and touch the constant traffic. Definitely very dangerous. A short time later you go back up the bank to access the trail. There are 2 trestles on the trail and one has rotten boards that move when you step on them.
Another alternative is to use the Yelm-Tenino Trail. Getting away from the Chehalis Western Trail entirely, there are other paved options throughout the county. The best trailhead is probably on 17 th Avenue off of the Evergreen Parkway.
There is parking on either side of the road just after the turn and the trail goes both North and South. Heading north will take riders along the parkway to Mud Bay Road. There riders will have to ride briefly on the shoulder as they head east towards one of two options. From there riders can loop back around to the first path.
This route, however, is only a few miles. The second route begins further along Mud Bay Road. Riders should take a left on Overhulse. There, a trail similar to the first begins and travels along the other side of the parkway.
This trail is older and has some bumps from roots that have grown under the asphalt. At 17 th Avenue, riders can either cross Evergreen Parkway to return to their cars or continue on the trail on the other side of 17 th. There the trail meets with the protected bike shoulder on the Evergreen Parkway. Riders can follow this to the roundabout at the official entrance to the college where it is easy to cross the road and head back along the other side to the first trailhead.
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