Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Spring Lake/Lake Desire Park

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry

Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Spring Lake/Lake Desire Park

Learn and practice trail running skills at a local frontcountry trail.

  • Easy/Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 675 ft

Place: Trailhead near 18787 179th Pl SE, Renton WA 98058. Park on the roadside gravel, no parking pass required. 
Time: 6:30pm
Link to parking:  https://goo.gl/maps/oa8FKV3x3mDyzLrS7

No parking pass required.

No restrooms at this TH. 

Out and back to Wetland 14 Natural Area with a side trip up Echo Mountain on the return.

Map: https://your.kingcounty.gov/GIS/web/Web/VMC/recreation/BCT_SpringLkMcGarvey_brochure.pdf 

Route/Place

Spring Lake/Lake Desire Park


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, gloves.
  • Trail running shoes.
  • A running vest, belt or small hydration pack. 
  • Bring snacks and water.
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