Bridle Trails State Park is a nearly square-mile oasis of magnificent upland forest, dotted by a few wetlands and surrounded by quiet suburban neighborhoods. With its dozens of miles of trails—most beautifully maintained—and four horse arenas, it is one of the premier equestrian parks in the western United States, as …
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Bridle Trails State Park is a nearly square-mile oasis of magnificent upland forest, dotted by a few wetlands and surrounded by quiet suburban neighborhoods. With its dozens of miles of trails—most beautifully maintained—and four horse arenas, it is one of the premier equestrian parks in the western United States, as well as a favorite location for trail runners, with its convenient location in the heart of the Eastside.
Despite being close to Seattle and Eastside communities, Bridle Trails State Park is large enough to offer the feeling of being out in the forest that one might otherwise need to travel farther from the metro area to enjoy. While many other large, forested areas are at higher elevations and under snow during the winter months, Bridle Trails—at just 500 feet above sea level—is usually snow-free and accessible year-round.
With many wide trails and a mostly gently-rolling elevation profile with few steep slopes, Bridle Trails is also a good place to stretch the legs out with a faster paced run than might be possible on a hillier or more rugged course.
All courses have low to moderate climb and mostly medium-width or wide, smooth trails, with a few steeper slopes and a few narrower trails with more rocks and roots to keep you on your toes.
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Northwest Trail Runs is a top notch organization. Their events run so smoothly. The staff is professional and very welcoming to all no matter what your athletic level. The course … MORE
Northwest Trail Runs is a top notch organization. Their events run so smoothly. The staff is professional and very welcoming to all no matter what your athletic level. The course is always so well marked.
Nice trails. Low price low frills race.
Nice single track trails. Not too technical. Four well marked loops through the watershed. If you need lots of swag or a big medal, this is NOT your race. If … MORE
Nice single track trails. Not too technical. Four well marked loops through the watershed. If you need lots of swag or a big medal, this is NOT your race. If you want a nice day on nice trails with very manageable climbs, this is a good event at a reasonable price.