Cedar River Overlook – Lake Sammamish loop from Issaquah

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Cedar River Overlook – Lake Sammamish loop from Issaquah

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Cedar River Overlook – Lake Sammamish loop from Issaquah

03:17

55.0km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Lake Sammamish State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.72 km

Poo Poo Point Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

Poo Poo Point Trailhead is a popular spot to start an adventure. In this parking area, there are a few porta potties, trash cans, and ample parking. Hang gliders sometimes …

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7.74 km

Log Cabin Reach Natural Area

Nature Reserve

15.9 km

Cedar River Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot along the Cedar River Trail is a great spot to stop and view the river or take a break just below the overpass for South Jones Road.

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16.5 km

Cedar Grove Natural Area

Nature Reserve

17.9 km

Cedar River

Lake

24.0 km

Cedar River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Cool bridge that goes over the Cedar River. In the fall, you can even spot some salmon swimming up stream from this bridge.

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26.6 km

Renton Library Over Cedar River

Highlight • Structure

A library built on piles over the river

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39.7 km

This bridge allows cyclists to bypass one of the ugliest and most dangerous intersections near I-90. It also saves you about 40 feet of vertical descent and re-climb. What a great piece of infrastructure!

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50.0 km

Lake Sammamish

Highlight • Lake

Great place to take a break. There is a beach, concessions stand with ice cream and other goodies, toilets and plenty of shade. The water fountains don't work, but the concessions stand will refill your water bottles with a smile.

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54.8 km

Issaquah Veterans Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Issaquah Veterans' Park includes an athletic field and picnic areas, with the Rainier Trail running alongside its west side. The park is across from Depot Park, and it offers a cute train-themed play area for kids.

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55.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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