North Creek Park Boardwalk
1 week ago
Boardwalk wobbly in places, plants encroaching
4 this month · 20 reports
Carkeek Park
Puget Sound and Islands
updated 3 weeks ago
The trails at Carkeek Park are in good condition, with no snow reported. The roads are suitable for all vehicles, and no bugs have been observed. Recent reports mention a new beaver lodge discovered under a bridge near the old model airplane field, with water backing upstream as of August 31. The park offers opportunities for elevation gain on trails like South Bluff, South Ridge, and North Traverse, with some steep climbs and stairs, as noted on August 24. While the initial section of switchbacks may have some trash, the rest of the park and its trails are generally clean. The beach area is described as nice with both sandy and rocky sections, featuring logs for resting and good views. The park is a large wooded area within the city, though there are reminders of its urban setting, such as parking lots and train noise.
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What hikers ask about Carkeek Park
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No, there are no toilets at the trailhead, as reported on June 28. Hikers should plan accordingly before arriving.
A new beaver lodge has been discovered under a bridge near the old model airplane field, with water backing upstream as of August 31. This indicates recent beaver activity in the park.
Parking can be limited, as one report from June 28 states the last parking spot was taken at 10:30 am on a Sunday. It is advisable to arrive early, especially on weekends.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
I've been visiting Carkeek Park frequently the last few months to check out the beaver activity. In this photo, we're trying to locate a new beaver dam under the bridge (on the side road to the old mo...
Older1 month ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
I’ve been to Carkeek Park MANY times and did not know of the great trails - the South Bluff, South Ridge, North Traverse and all the short Hillclimb trails for elevation. Made the mistake of going out...
Older2 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Arrived at 10:30a on a cloudy, cool Sunday. I took the last parking spot. There are not toilets at this trailhead.I was a little worried starting out. Along the initial set of switchbacks is lots o...
Older4 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
On my most recent trip to Carkeek Park, I enjoyed the trails heading to the north meadow through Piper's creek and the south bluff. Had some lunch leftover so sat in one of the campsite areas in the f...
Older5 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
The beaver pond is mostly drained, showing a good view of the beaver Lodge from the south side of the creek.
Older5 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
I did a double walk on the Piper Creek Trail; once using the "Hillside" and then the "South Ridge" trails to do a loop from the QFC parking lot via the Eddie McAbee entrance and continuing to the Mary...
Older6 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Trail was in mostly good condition, wetlands trail is closed for restoration but there are volunteers actively working on the trails.
Older7 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
My dog and I met 7 other Mountaineers at 7:30 a.m. at theEnvironmental Learning Center and proceeded down to the fisheries building to gain access to South Bluff / South Ridge, clockwise down to the b...
Older8 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Nice little hike without traveling too far. A little muddy on 1/1 but overall great conditions. Hiked 3.5 miles at 7:30am with very few others out.
Older9 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Quick weekend trail run along South Bluff and South Ridge trails in Carkeek. Trails are in good condition despite recent rain--one, maybe two blowdowns that were easy to get over/around. STUNNING view...