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Burke-Gilman Trail Out-and-Back

One of the most popular trails in the Seattle area, the Burke-Gilman Trail is 15 miles of classic Seattle riding.

As a 30 mile out-and-back route, this is a great route to do in small groups or solo.

Whlie there are public restrooms along the way at a few parks, there are not many places to get water, so be sure to ride prepared!

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Author: Matt M.
Activity: Bicycling
State: Washington (WA)
Distance: Total: 29.19 mi
Active: 29.18 mi
 
Calories: 1380
Average Speed: Overall: 16.8 mph - 0:03:34/mi
Active: 17.2 mph - 0:03:29/mi
Duration: Total: 1:44:16
Active: 1:41:55
Resting: 0:02:21
Difficulty: 5 / 10
Rating: Unrated  
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Starting at Gasworks Park in Seattle, head east towards the University District. The trail crosses a few streets here, and it can be crowded with students walking & riding - be careful on this trail!

The route takes you through the University Village area and north passing through or near: Sand Point, Matthews Beach, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and Bothell.

There are numerous places along the way to stop and take in the scenery, and you can continue where the trail turns into the Samammish River Trail, for another 10 miles of riding to Marymoor Park in Redmond.

DIRECTIONS + WAYPOINTS: helping you find your way

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Distance: 29.19 mi Points: 1036 Calories: 1380
Total Time: 1:44:16 Speed: 16.8 mph Pace: 3:34 / mi
Active Time: 1:41:55 Speed: 17.2 mph Pace: 3:29 / mi

Points of Interest

Start/End At Gasworks Park

Location: 47.646887, -122.334309
Great views of the city, and ample parking as well.

The Wall Of Death

Location: 47.655191, -122.318451
An art installation.

Beauty Of The Trail

Location: 47.687521, -122.266331
The Burke-Gilman trail has great scenery any time of year!

Start of Sammamish Trail

Location: 47.750491, -122.210755
The Samm. River Trail continues another 10 miles to Marymoor Park in Redmond.

Sammamish River Trail

Location: 47.738443, -122.150910
A flat and smooth ride, along the Sammamish River.

Redhook Brewery

Location: 47.733580, -122.148035
A family-friendly restaurant with fresh-made ales. Open year round, with outdoor seating in the summer.

Burke-Gilman End

Location: 47.750376, -122.211142

Sea-planes and Lake Washington

Location: 47.757892, -122.258542
Great views from this part of the trail!

Burke-Gilman Trail

Location: 47.755339, -122.272382

Sunset At Gasworks

Location: 47.645441, -122.333965
Enjoy the views and rest after your ride at the park! Public bathrooms available.

Matthews Beach Park

Location: 47.697603, -122.274356
Take a dip in the lake in the summer at this popular beach. Public bathrooms available.



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