For questions about the Parks and Recreation Division, please contact Kathy Nygard, Assistant to the Director.

For questions about the Web site, contact Eli Brownell.

Parks and Recreation Div.
201 S. Jackson St., # 700
Seattle, WA 98104
206-296-8687
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    BACKCOUNTRY TRAILS

    If you enjoy hiking through lush forests, mountain biking on great single track trails or riding your horse on a mountaintop ridge, come explore King County Parks' 180 miles of backcountry trails!

    Located in more than 25 parks, working forests, and natural areas throughout urban and rural King County, King County Parks' backcountry system offers trails with year-round accessbility for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Great for leisurely day hikes, our trails are appropriate for all skill levels, from outings withs the kids to trails for advanced mountain bikers. Each trail offers a unique opportunity to walk, run or ride through the quiet beauty of our region’s natural heritage.

    King County Parks works diligently to provide sustainable trails that are accessible year-round. Dedicated volunteers from our partner organizations help with trail maintenance and improvements. You can help too - check out our volunteer opportunities!

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    TRAIL PARTNERS

     

    Backcountry Horsemen – Tahoma Chapter

    Enumclaw Forested Foothills Recreation Association

    Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance

     

     

    Friends of Rock Creek Valley

    Issaquah Alps Trails Club

    King County Executive Horse Council

    Mountains to Sound Greenway

    Washington Trails Association

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