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10 In-City Forest Walks for Seattle and Eastside Families

Skip the drive and walk in nature with kids, right in town

Published on: October 11, 2023

10 In-City Forest Walks for Seattle and Eastside Families

Among best places to walk in Seattle and on the eastside is the Redmond Watershed Preserve
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Redmond Watershed Preserve. Credit: Jennifer Johnson

Redmond Watershed Preserve

The well-maintained trails of the fascinating Redmond Watershed Preserve feel like they are deep in the woods. Families can choose between the stroller-friendly Tree Frog Loop, the Trout Loop with interpretive signs and winding, needle-covered paths, or longer trails out deeper into the woods. Note that dogs are not allowed on the trails.

Kids will love: Frogs, fungi and ferns.

Find it: 21760 Novelty Hill Rd., Redmond. There are restrooms, water fountains and picnic tables at the park.

Distance: With over 7 miles of trails in the park, you can put together a hike of whatever length you desire. The Tree Frog Loop is an ADA-accessible 0.3-mile path. The Trout Loop is about 0.6 miles.

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