The coal creek nature area is like a secret forest. Hidden in between Coal Creek Parkway and…read moredifferent neighborhoods bordering Bellevue and Newcastle. The waterfall here is dependent on the weather. Tucked into a small creek/canyon area. The trail is beautiful and loads of ferns everywhere. The green state really shines down in this area too. Of course in the summer it becomes a bit browner. Springtime and the blackberry bushes line certain parts of the trails. Trail access varies depending on where you go. Various signage gives you a history of the area. So lucky to have access to this lovely trail. Get out there and enjoy life. SYOY!

It was a beautiful day for a hike and we decided to check out Coal Creek Falls Trail…read more It was so peaceful and very pretty. Just what we both needed after a hectic work week. What was really interesting to us, was a long the trail there were signs giving the coal mining history along the trail. There are multiple trails to explore and I look forward to coming back another time to explore some of the other trails. They also have horse trails, which is pretty cool. I just need to find a horse and learn how to ride one.

- Not well maintained as Bellevue parks -…read more We checked it out on a Sunday, and I had to use the restroom. The toilet was overflowing and there was no contact information for maintenance anywhere. There were several honey buckets outside, so I guess this happens frequently(?). It was quite packed with a group hosting a private event and the courts were all full. We walked around the park with our toddler, and there were tons of random kinks on the ground. I even found a piece of broken glass that wasn't super far from where my daughter was... The lake was pretty though, and there were people fishing. I think it's less maintained than Bellevue parks...

A quintessential park nestled in the heart of Newcastle. A paved path goes through the park…read more You'll find tennis courts, volleyball courts, a playground and plenty of space to hang out. At the lake you can sit and enjoy the view, go fishing or even kayaking. Lots of nature to hear and greenery to enjoy. You'll find everyone and anyone here. Enjoying a picnic, walking their dog, leisurely strolling, running and exercising or simply just hanging out. You'll even find firefighters here doing practice work. This park is often the place for many city and community events.

Unless you're actively searching for this trail, you will drive right past it. The entrance of the…read moretrailhead is located in a small area of neighborhood that will require you to park along the side of the road. Once you walk past the closed gate (which is only there to prevents vehicles from driving down the road), you go downhill on a paved road for about half a mile. You can continue left at the fork in the road, or you can continue straight onto the dirt trail. After about another half of mile, there was a downed tree in the way that was jumpable. Along the whole walk, you see May Creek at its finest, and forget that you are in the middle of a neighborhood. Not until the last minute of the hike does the grade change. It's very steep, so if it is at all wet and muddy, you might want to bring some poles, especially the downhill portion. All in all, it was a very easy, VERY scenic hike! If you're looking to get outside without having to drive very far, check out this one.

This is a wonderful park. The terrain is varied and the trails are well-maintained by the City of…read moreBellevue. There's a great waterfall. The trees and other vegetation are beautiful. Some spots have nice views of Lake Washington. There's a nice little picnic spot near one of the west entrances. Parking is limited, but the park doesn't seem to be overused, so it's enough. I like the parking on the west side of the park better than the spot on West Lake Sammamish Parkway, but the latter is good too.

Weowna Park offers a tranquil escape with its flowing creeks and varied terrain, providing a decent…read moreworkout with its changes in elevation. The multiple trail options allow for exploration, although a truly scenic loop within the park itself seems to be lacking. We ended up exiting the park and walking back through the surrounding neighborhoods to complete our loop, which felt a little unconventional, but the residents were surprisingly friendly and welcoming. A significant drawback of the main trailhead is the extremely limited parking. For future visits, I will definitely explore alternative parking options around the park's perimeter, as there doesn't seem to be a strong necessity to begin at the designated main entrance given the park's layout. During this visit, we didn't venture down to the lake or explore all the various routes, but the trails we did experience were peaceful and scenic. There were a few sections that presented some minor challenges due to curvy inclines covered in roots and uneven ground, requiring a bit of careful footing. Overall, Weowna Park offers a pleasant and serene hiking experience. While the lack of a dedicated scenic loop and the parking situation at the main trailhead are points to consider, the park's natural beauty and friendly neighborhood make it a worthwhile destination. Especially for a quick weekend walk. They allow pets, but be sure to keep them leased and bring clean up bags because that's also required.

Going out on a rainy day in the middle of June was just fine…read more Easy walking trails with lots of trees and gnomes almost everywhere. I wish I would've brought a gnome or two to add to the trail. Definitely next time! Take my advice. Bring a gnome to leave. You'll be happy you did :-)

What an enchanting walk. Thanks to Yelp, I found this trail close to our rental. Plenty of parking…read moreand a LFL (little free library) at the trail head with some childrens books. The Gnome Trail goes left and a Loop trail to the right. There are So. Many. Gnomes! It was a lot of fun to slowly wander, looking side to side, trying to see all the gnomes! There are a couple of sections of trail with almost no gnomes, but most of it has plenty. An abundance if you will. They are everywhere! Hanging from limbs, on logs, under leaves, on tree trunks, in crevases, off in the distance. It's quite fun trying to spy them all. I like the idea of bringing a troll to leave. I would like to leave one in a less populated area. A momento of my visit to Maple Valley. This is a fairly easy trail. There is one steep incline, and some rocks and roots under foot, but the trail is a nice width and fairly easy to follow. Much of it is well blaze. An excellent trail to bring your pre-school child or anyone who enjoys a bit of whimsy.

Right is the middle of Bellevue is the terrific trail system that goes between Phantom Lake and…read moreLarson Lake. Even on a perfect day on a weekend, not very crowded. The trial winds through a few thickets, a small bog, a terrific stand of old growth firs and follows a brook that eventually becomes a glorified trench. Plenty of small wild life includes squirrels, rabbits, red-winged black birds, ducks, sparrows chickadees and woodpeckers. While a few signs warned of bob cat, mountain lion and bears (really, in Bellevue?) what I found in most proliferation was the wild and well coiffed Eastside MILF commonly found gazing in Bellevue, Issaquah and Redmond. Both lakes are quite serene and larger than you might suppose. A great in-city adventure, I got in 5 miles of brisk urban hiking. Check Bellevue Park Dept.for various well marked trail heads.

We really enjoy walking this trail as a family. Wide, well-maintained paths allow for physical…read moredistancing. Variety of landscapes - lakes, some woodland, boardwalk over marshes, blueberry farm..... these all can be found within a short distance. Minimal (maybe none) elevation. Parking and bathrooms can be found at Phantom lake but there are a number of businesses accessible from the trail that would probably let you use their facilities.

Cougar Mountain has some great trails with a variety of difficulty. This particular listing is for…read morethe Wilderness Creek Trail portion of Cougar Mountain. One of the steeper parts of the trail system, it's about 3 miles long and allows you to enjoy some of the beautiful scenery that Washington has to offer. Of course, many of the trails interwind so you can choose your own adventure! Parking can get a little crazy, it's good to come earlier in the day. Also keep in mind that Cougar Mountain isn't just some random name. Know what wildlife lives here, how to handle yourself, and remember we're the ones trespassing.

This is a good trail to go for a walk or hike. Off of SR 900 in Issaquah, between Issaquah and…read moreRenton, next to the road with easy parking and public restrooms. Dog friendly, well taken care of wooden pathway in some areas, dirt path in others and some snow run off in the warmer months. There are some creek crossings with some scantily made bridges. It's 2.6 miles in according to the website so 5.2 miles round trip. Nice view of the mountains and the surrounding woods. Feels like you're in the middle of nowhere. You can go back out to the parking area or it connects to another trail, Wilderness Cliffs, and you can keep going. I'd say this is an easy to moderate trail.

Nice to place to relax, near great coffee the waterfront and local food businesses!!!!read more

Very pretty garden! It's a quick walk through but there were tables inside if you wanted to sit and…read moreenjoy the scenery! The leaves on the Japanese maples are very pretty right now for fall!

Very nice facilities and staff is very friendly and informative. I will definitely recommend and…read morereturn for another visit i just need to choose a day when the weather co-operates better.it was a little chilly and over cast

Nude Campground in Issiqiah WA, hiking trails, BBQs, nude dancing, swinging and nude camping events…read moreand activities this Summer!!

First time here, and I know I'll be here many times over…read more There's nothing like being near the water. The view doesn't disappoint. Totally worth the payoff of hiking down (and back up). The trail (non-paved) to the beach is moderately steep. Loose gravel in some points so be careful. It's pretty narrow too. The paved walkway backup is also steep and will get the cardio going. Along the trail are many picnic tables to sit, eat a snack, take some pics, and catch your breath. Only downside is parking is limited. Go early if you can. Overall highly recommend.

Marine View Park is a small but gorgeous park that allows for some brief (although steep!)…read morehiking/walking to the shore which has a small rocky beach. The main trail is very well kept and there are a few side trails as well to make your hike longer if desired. The views along the way are gorgeous! The only thing is that the parking lot is quite limited.