Washington Cross Country Skiing Trails and Maps

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Length
Surfaces
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Apple Capital Loop Trail

22 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Concrete

Cascade Trail

22.9 mi
State: WA
Concrete, Crushed Stone, Gravel

Cedar River Trail

17.4 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Gravel

Cowiche Canyon Trail

2.9 mi
State: WA
Boardwalk, Dirt, Gravel

Fish Lake Trail

7.6 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Great American Rail-Trail

3743.9 mi
State: DC, IA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MT, NE, OH, PA, WA, WV, WY
Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone

Green River Trail

19.6 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Green-to-Cedar Rivers Trail

3.75 mi
State: WA
Gravel

Issaquah-Preston Trail

5.1 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Dirt, Gravel

Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail

245.6 mi
State: WA
Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Gravel

Railroad Trail

3.5 mi
State: WA
Crushed Stone, Gravel

Snoqualmie Valley Trail

29.5 mi
State: WA
Gravel

Soos Creek Trail

6 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Yakima Greenway

22.9 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trail

14 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Bill Chipman Palouse Trail

7.1 mi
State: ID, WA
Asphalt

Burnt Bridge Creek Trail

8.4 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Concrete

Coal Mines Trail

4.7 mi
State: WA
Gravel

Colfax Trail

3 mi
State: WA
Dirt
Accordion

Columbia Plateau Trail State Park

126 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Grass, Gravel

East Lake Sammamish Trail

11 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Ferry County Rail Trail

25 mi
State: WA
Ballast, Crushed Stone

Golden Tiger Pathway

5.5 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Gravel

Greenbelt Trail (WA)

7 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Concrete

I-205 Multi-Use Path

18.5 mi
State: OR, WA
Asphalt

Keene Road Trail

6 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Klickitat Trail

31 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Gravel

Lower Yakima Valley Pathway

14 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Preston-Snoqualmie Trail

6.5 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Whitehorse Regional Trail

26.6 mi
State: WA
Ballast, Gravel

Willapa Hills State Park Trail

56 mi
State: WA
Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Grass, Gravel

City of Snoqualmie Centennial Trail

0.5 mi
State: WA
Asphalt

Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Trail

17 mi
State: WA
Dirt, Gravel

Necklace Valley Trail

7.5 mi
State: WA
Dirt
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
Overview Central Washington’s Apple Capital Loop Trail offers scenic views of snowcapped mountains, shrub-steppe hillsides, lush orchards, and calm waters as it links parks, beaches, and...
WA 22 mi Asphalt, Concrete
Overview  The Cascade Trail runs for nearly 23 miles between Sedro-Woolley and Concrete and follows the Skagit River as it parallels State Route 20 into the Cascade foothills of northwest...
WA 22.9 mi Concrete, Crushed Stone, Gravel
Note: Access to equestrians is restricted within Renton City limits. Overview The Cedar River Trail follows the old Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Pacific Railroad corridor for 17.4 miles on...
WA 17.4 mi Asphalt, Gravel
The well-maintained Cowiche Canyon Trail crosses nine bridges over Cowiche Creek on a mostly flat pathway flanked by walls of Columbia River Basalt and other rock forms. The trail is managed by the...
WA 2.9 mi Boardwalk, Dirt, Gravel
Overview Leaving off in the north from the suburbs of Spokane, the Fish Lake Trail offers a great escape into serene, nature-rich green spaces in the more rural vicinity of Cheney. Although it...
WA 7.6 mi Asphalt
Note: This developing route is not yet fully contiguous – it is just over 50% complete. Please refer to the Trail Map for more information on the existing sections of trail, as well as the online...
DC, IA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MT, NE, OH, PA, WA, WV, WY 3743.9 mi Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone
Overview The Green River Trail currently stretches 21.1 miles through the industrial heart of the Green River Valley from the southern suburbs of Seattle to Kent, connecting to a number of...
WA 19.6 mi Asphalt
The Green-to-Cedar Rivers Trail is an extension of the Cedar River Trail, which heads south from Witte Road where the two trails intersect. The Green-to-Cedar Rivers Trail passes through Lake...
WA 3.75 mi Gravel
Overview Suburban sprawl gives way to deep forest and rural farm lots as this rail-trail follows an uphill grade from Issaquah to the outskirts of Preston. About the Route The western end of...
WA 5.1 mi Asphalt, Dirt, Gravel
Closure Notice: As of April 2023, the trail is effectively closed between Texas Lake Road (east of Revere) and Rosalia due to the damage caused by the Babb Fire, construction, and gaps in the route...
WA 245.6 mi Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Gravel
The Railroad Trail through east Bellingham runs for more than 3 miles between the city's Bloedel Donovan Park and Memorial Park, providing an off-road alternative to the cross-town route of Alabama...
WA 3.5 mi Crushed Stone, Gravel
Overview The Snoqualmie Valley Trail rolls from verdant dairy land in the north to a clear blue mountain lake in the south. Along the way, travelers are treated to numerous trestle crossings,...
WA 29.5 mi Gravel
The Soos Creek Trail travels through heavily wooded forest on a north-south route spanning the eastern edge of the Seattle suburb of Kent. Following the path of its namesake creek, the trail begins...
WA 6 mi Asphalt
Overview The beauty of the Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail (Centennial Trail) comes alive in stands of ponderosa pines and Douglas-firs, blooms of elderberry and sumac, exposed basalt in...
WA 40 mi Asphalt
Central Washington's Yakima Greenway is a gem of a trail, connecting residents with the outdoors by providing access to the Yakima River, lakes, parks, nature trails, protected conservation areas and...
WA 22.9 mi Asphalt
Overview  The Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trails runs for 14 miles between the rural towns of Tenino and Yelm. The paved trail travels through agricultural areas, forests, and wetlands, and it takes a...
WA 14 mi Asphalt
The Bill Chipman Palouse Trail stretches 7.1 miles through the rolling wheat fields of the Palouse region, offering a convenient, paved connection between Washington State University and the...
ID, WA 7.1 mi Asphalt
The scenic 8.4-mile Burnt Bridge Creek Trail meanders through Vancouver, Washington, along the creek from Stewart Glen on the shores of Vancouver Lake to Meadowbrook Marsh. About the Route Along...
WA 8.4 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The Coal Mines Trail is built on an old railroad spur of the Northern Pacific Railway that once served several mines. Look for interpretive signs along the way that identify historical sites. The...
WA 4.7 mi Gravel
The Colfax Trail follows an abandoned rail corridor, which snakes along the river northwest of the town of Colfax. Along the way you'll likely see wildlife in the surrounding Palouse hills and the...
WA 3 mi Dirt
Accordion
Overview The Columbia Plateau Trail State Park stretches 126 miles in two segments between Fish Lake near Cheney and Martin Road near Sprague, and between Ice Harbor Dam near the Tri-Cities and...
WA 126 mi Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Grass, Gravel
Overview The East Lake Sammamish Trail skirts Lake Sammamish for 11 miles through the towns of Issaquah, Sammamish, and Redmond in the fast-growing eastern suburbs of Seattle. The paved trail is...
WA 11 mi Asphalt
The Ferry County Rail Trail runs between the communities of Republic and Danville at the Canadian border in northeast Washington. It follows the former corridor of the Great Northern Railway. The...
WA 25 mi Ballast, Crushed Stone
The Golden Tiger Pathway offers a 5.5-mile route in the community of Republic in northeast Washington. In addition to walking and biking, it's open to motorized ATV use. The Great Northern Railroad...
WA 5.5 mi Asphalt, Gravel
The Greenbelt Trail is one of two trails connected by two bridges on two rivers in two states. The Greenbelt Trail runs up the Snake River between the cities of Clarkston and Asotin in Washington....
WA 7 mi Asphalt, Concrete
Overview The I-205 Multi-Use Path spans 18.5 miles through five cities and 15 neighborhoods along Interstate 205 and the TriMet MAX Green Line light rail service.  Although the trail parallels...
OR, WA 18.5 mi Asphalt
The Keene Road Trail is a 12-foot-wide asphalt path occupying the old Union Pacific right-of-way adjacent to Keene Road. The trail runs between Bellerive Drive and S. Highlands Boulevard.
WA 6 mi Asphalt
Note: Brief gaps and technical areas require dismounts for bikers. The only way in or out of the canyon is at the trailheads, and solo travel is discouraged. To enjoy this extraordinary backcountry...
WA 31 mi Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Dirt, Gravel
The Lower Yakima Valley Pathway offers trail users the opportunity to experience great wines (produced from grapes grown in the area's rich volcanic-ash soil), interesting shops, and local hospitality...
WA 14 mi Asphalt
Overview The Preston-Snoqualmie Trail follows a graded route through steep, wooded terrain into the Cascade foothills. The 6.5-mile trail is enjoyable year-round, as the asphalt provides a good...
WA 6.5 mi Asphalt
Closure Notice: Between the Centennial Trail (western endpoint) and the Trafton trailhead and just east of 435th street in Darrington are closed as of September 11th, 2023 due to washouts. See...
WA 26.6 mi Ballast, Gravel
Overview An adventure awaits those who tackle all, or part, of the 56-mile-long Willapa Hills State Park Trail in southwestern Washington. The former Northern Pacific Railway line rolls through...
WA 56 mi Asphalt, Ballast, Crushed Stone, Grass, Gravel
Snoqualimie's half-mile, paved trail runs parallel to railroad tracks and SR 202 through downtown. The scenic trail provides a nice break for a short walk or ride. The city's trail also meets...
WA 0.5 mi Asphalt
The Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Trail is open to hikers and horseback riders. The trail can be difficult to navigate in places, since other trails link with it (some unmaintained). There are a few...
WA 17 mi Dirt, Gravel
From Mt. Baker-Snoqualamie National Forest: The first 1.5 miles of the trail follows an old railroad grade, then enters Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Once crossing the river at milepost 5.0, the trail...
WA 7.5 mi Dirt

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Recent Trail Reviews

ByPass Shelterbelt

nice smooth ride.

April, 2025 by mikelowery01

The path is all paved if when your traveling from north to south stay on trail to right. Some parts of the old trail are on left side and have been removed. That old trail tends to be a walking trail now. Many parts of this town have paved trails right beside roads with bike lanes. One place in town has bike path, then a sidewalk, then a marked area on road for bikes. So we’re abundant with biking here but hardly anyone uses them besides the river trails.

Pipeline Trail

56th to 72th

April, 2025 by z7qd2dmtbx

Great trail. Looking forward to the continuation at 72nd ST E and Waller Rd E into South Hill.

Green River Trail

Flat Trail Beauty

April, 2025 by peter.kripp

I had not been on this trail for over a decade. I was in the area so decided to try it again. This time I made a nice loop route connecting the Green River Trail with the Interurban trail to add some nice mileage. I took the trail on 4/11/25 on a Friday morning from the Starfire Sports Complex. There was very low traffic on the trail and I enjoyed meandering along the river with it's curves. This is a peaceful journey through a high metropolitan area. It's a great break from the road traffic. At every crossing of a major street there are signals to use. I highly recommend trying out this trail and using connections for a decent bike route.

Accordion

Great American Rail-Trail

Warden to Lind

April, 2025 by howmarplus3

Ok section, kind of dull. Agriculture & cows. Found a bit of shade by a grain elevator for lunch. Several washouts filled with tumbleweeds as you get closer to Lind.

Padden Parkway Trail

Accessible, great for running and inline training

February, 2025 by aliciadrums

I’ve trained on this paved trail for years! It’s well maintained, safe, and doesn’t have crazy elevation. The pedestrian 205 bridge is the most challenging uphill, but it’s also good elevation practice without taking up too much of the path. Intersections are hit or miss, but the gaps in between are still good stretches of trail. A great urban trail if you live around here.

Snoqualmie Parkway Trail

Uphill high…

February, 2025 by xraven88

Good paved bicycle path that is separated from 4 lane road by a strip of grass. It goes uphill from in the north direction so you can get a good leg burn on the way up and then cruise downhill afterwards. Scenery is a mix of vegetation, homes , and businesses that are typical of this area.

Sound to Olympics Trail

Excited for this trails completion

January, 2025 by kim.c.spray

I can’t wait for this trail to be completed!

Water Flume Line Trail

It's a nice trail. I've walked it a few times. Areas to sit. Safe crosswalks. It's got a few greenbelt areas that are interesting to explore. Pretty safe. Great for a bike ride too, I have biked it. Had to review it. It's worthy of a hike.

November, 2024 by samelayton1

It's a nice trail. I've walked it a few times. Areas to sit. Safe crosswalks. It's got a few greenbelt areas that are interesting to explore. Pretty safe. Great for a bike ride too, I have biked it. Had to review it. It's worthy of a hike.

Centennial Trail (WA)

Always love coming back to this trail

November, 2024 by hrgroen

One of the things that stands out to me is how well people take care of this trail. After a storm, I often find that the trail is cleared, branches (big and small) are removed, and other obstacles are taken care of. I often see signs of saws or chainsaws to deal with larger trees or branches that have blocked the road. Good job, volunteers and clean-up crews!

Bill Chipman Palouse Trail

Not For Commuters.

October, 2024 by bikesordeath

Attempted to ride from the trail end in Pullman, WA to Moscow, ID. The experience was super disappointing. Cracks in the asphalt (bitumen) surface are so numerous and so big and so poorly patched that it's completely unusable as a transportation corridor. By numerous, I mean cracks every 3 to 20 meters for the length of the part I rode. And anywhere from 5 cm to 15 cm wide across for the width of the trail. And deep.

The trail isn't practical for bicycle commuting because the cracks make traveling at an efficient speed difficult. I spent so much time focusing on the cracks and standing in the pedals to dampen the shocks that I could never focus on anything else or gain any speed. And they would be absolutely damaging to the wheels of a bike loaded with groceries. I suppose an ebike with large low pressure tires wouldn't be affected too badly, but that's an exception to what most cyclists use.

I gave up and turned around after less than 4 km. Two star because it's still a nice walking/jogging trail.

Cascade Trail

too bad I didn’t make it to Sedro Woolley

October, 2024 by cgram43

I road from Rasar State park towards Sedro Woolley. One obstacle was a bridge that I had to walk across because the approach to this small trestle was a big step on both sides. It almost looks like the bridge has moved. I got to Lyman and thought I would get into SW by lunch time. A few miles east of town, I ran into some mud and water. I walked and the encounter running water and it got up to my ankles. It looked worse ahead so I doubled back to Lyman for lunch at the tavern that near the trail. Nice place too back the trail was got bad so I didn’t finish it. Hope they resolve this bad section because it is a nice trail and there isn’t any option except for Hwy 20.

Great American Rail-Trail

such a beautiful trail!

October, 2024 by sherryschie

We started in Akron and rode about 18 miles north. Loved it!!!

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