10 Best Bike Paths for Seattle-Area Kids on Wheels
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Maple Leaf Reservoir Park has a paved path and sports courts. Photo: 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 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 and a sweet butterfly garden.
Location: Maple Leaf Reservoir Park is located at 1020 N.E. 82nd St. in Seattle.
Trail details: An outer asphalt pathway around the park is just under a half-mile.
Nearby: Just kitty-corner across Roosevelt Way from the park, you’ll find neighborhood favorite Cloud City Coffee. Or head to Kona Kitchen a couple of blocks away for Hawaiian plates and sandwiches.
Next trail: Seward Park
