What are the parking conditions like at the Ebey Waterfront Trail?

The main parking lot at the boat launch is described as great and plentiful, with restrooms available, as of [February 15](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-02-15.140626311322). In [March 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-14.150635363495), it was noted that the lot was less than half full just before noon. A new, smaller trailhead along 61st St NE has parking for about 6 cars and no other facilities, noted on March 5.

Are there any new trail connections or sections that have recently opened?

Yes, a new section of trail running along Allen Creek has been completed and is open, connecting the western and eastern portions of the trail. This new segment leads to a trailhead along 61st St NE, as reported on [March 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-05.170816063139). This connection appears to have been made sometime before [April 28](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-04-30.144539003105), as it was noted as new then.

What is the general condition of the paved trail surface?

The trail is consistently described as paved and in good shape. A report from [March 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-14.150635363495) explicitly states the trail is paved all the way. While there was some evidence of levee overwash from recent flooding, there were no reported damage or blocking issues on [March 5](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-05.170816063139).

Are there any significant noise disturbances reported on the trail?

Some visitors have noted noise from I-5 which cannot be escaped on the paved trail, as of [March 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-03-14.150635363495). Additionally, reports from [May 2](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-05-02.194030000699) and February 15 mention noise from Ski-doo and jet boat riders on the river, with one rider being particularly disruptive.

Ebey Waterfront Trail

Puget Sound and Islands

updated 4 months ago

The Ebey Waterfront Trail is a pleasant and accessible paved path, suitable for all ages and even wheelchairs, offering great opportunities for birdwatching. Recent reports from February 15 through May 2 indicate the trail is in good condition with plentiful birds and waterfowl. There's also new trail development connecting previously separate sections, with a new segment along Allen Creek opening up access to the eastern portion of the trail near a new trailhead on 61st St NE, as noted in March 5. Parking is generally available, with a main lot at the boat launch that had plenty of space in March 14, and a smaller lot at the new 61st St NE trailhead. Some reports mention noise from I-5 and recreational boats on the river, but other amenities like restrooms with running water are available.

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What hikers ask about Ebey Waterfront Trail

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The main parking lot at the boat launch is described as great and plentiful, with restrooms available, as of February 15. In March 14, it was noted that the lot was less than half full just before noon. A new, smaller trailhead along 61st St NE has parking for about 6 cars and no other facilities, noted on March 5.