8 South Sound Bike Paths for Kids on Wheels
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Pair your family bike ride with a trip to the farmers market. Photo: iStock
Foothills Trail, McMillin to Orting
The Foothills Trail occupies an old railroad bed and connects the cities of Puyallup and Buckley, snaking through other towns along the way. We especially like the McMillin-to-Orting section, which is a couple of miles long, ideal for bicyclists of all ages, strollers, scooters and anything on wheels! Start off at Orting’s central town park at Calistoga Avenue West and Washington Avenue South. Here you’ll find restrooms, Orting’s signature bell tower and room to run.
Head north to reach the McMillin Trailhead, 2.8 miles away, and turn around there or at any mid-point you like.
Editor’s note: A stretch of the Foothills Trail in Orting — from Lane Boulevard Northwest to Old Pioneer Way Northwest — is closed due to construction until spring 2026. There’s a temporary detour along Old Pioneer Way.
Location: Hop on the McMillin-to-Orting section of the trail at Calistoga Avenue West and Washington Avenue South in Orting.
Trail details: The asphalt Foothills Trail is 22 miles long, from Puyallup to Buckley, but can be enjoyed in smaller segments. The McMillin-to-Orting section is 2.3 miles long.
Nearby: Get your lunch at one of Orting’s many eateries near the park, or if you’re lucky enough to show up on a Friday in summer, check out the Orting Valley Farmers Market.
Up next: Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail
