10 Best Bike Paths for Seattle-Area Kids on Wheels
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Maple Leaf Reservoir Park paved path and sport courts. Credit: Nancy Chaney
Maple Leaf Reservoir Park, Seattle
Maple Leaf Reservoir Park is a calm leafy hangout, perfect for the littlest riders in your family — whether testing out two-wheelers, trikes or scooters — and those not yet ready to commit to longer distances. A smooth, flat path of just under a mile loops around this 16-acre park, which also includes a covered picnic shelter, sports courts and a huge grassy playfield.
There’s no shortage of fun once the bikes get tossed to the sidelines, either: Walk down the steps (or roll down the sidewalk) to the park’s lower level, which features a terrific, accessible playground, a zip line, a sweet butterfly garden and a sand pit.
Post-cycling pit stop: Just kitty-corner across Roosevelt Way (use the crosswalk) from the park you’ll find neighborhood favorite Cloud City Coffee with its drinks, food and a tot play area. Or grab a slice from Flying Squirrel Pizza Co. a couple of blocks away.
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