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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Valley Trail loop from Forestview Ponds Park

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Valley Trail loop from Forestview Ponds Park

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4.7

(1800)

16,023

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Valley Trail loop from Forestview Ponds Park

01:52

17.6km

100m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Parking

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1.41 km

Valley Trail Boardwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Valley Trail loops around Mud Lake in the Elm Creek Park Reserve area. This section features a pleasant boardwalk that crosses over Elm Creek, providing lovely views of the water.

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10.0 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve Beach and Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

10.1 km

Elm Creek Swimming Pond

Highlight • Beach

This area provides a beach-like experience without leaving the city. It features a nice sandy beach and bathroom facilities. The pond is chlorinated, giving you peace of mind while you …

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12.6 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve Parking Area

Highlight • Parking

Elm Creek Park offers a large parking area near the Elm Creek Chalet and trailhead. The chalet, a blend of modern and rustic design, is a venue for events. It …

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13.3 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve is the largest park in Three Rivers, covering 4,900 acres. It offers many amenities, such as hiking and biking trails, a swimming pond, and a nature center. It's also an excellent spot for birding.

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15.9 km

Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Valley Trail loops around Mud Lake in the Elm Creek Park Reserve area. This section features a pleasant boardwalk that crosses over Elm Creek, providing lovely views of the water.

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17.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

1.61 km

1.19 km

566 m

526 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

1.70 km

1.12 km

412 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Valley Trail loop from Forestview Ponds Park

Valley Trail Boardwalk

Elm Creek Park Reserve Beach and Wooden Bridge

Elm Creek Swimming Pond

Elm Creek Park Reserve Parking Area

Elm Creek Park Reserve

Valley Trail

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