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Sammamish River Trail – Matthews Beach Park loop from Capitol Hill

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Sammamish River Trail – Matthews Beach Park loop from Capitol Hill

Moderate

4.8

(2059)

14,131

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Sammamish River Trail – Matthews Beach Park loop from Capitol Hill

04:32

85.7km

400m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 3.99 km for 61 m

After 81.3 km for 61 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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16.5 km

Lake City Beach

Highlight • Beach

This small beach at the end of the Northeast 130th Street is tiny, but it's a pretty cool place to take in a view of the water before continuing on …

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16.8 km

Leaving Seattle – Burke-Gilman Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Stretching for approximately 27 miles, this trail is a favorite among hikers, runners, and bikers. It winds along Lake Washington, passing through various parks, providing a diverse and visually appealing journey.

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40.4 km

Dudley Carter Park

Highlight • Structure

Located along the Sammamish River Trail, this park is a great option for a brief stop or even eating something at one of its picnic tables. In addition, you can …

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41.6 km

Viewpoint

44.3 km

Sammamish River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail runs along the Sammamish River from Bothell to Marymoor Park. It is paved for the entire 10.1 miles and offers extraordinary views of the river, Mt. Rainer, the …

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61.9 km

Log Boom Park

Highlight • Beach

Covering 3.9 acres, this park boasts over 1200 feet of Lake Washington waterfront, featuring a pleasant beach. It offers a range of water activities, along with playgrounds and picnic areas for you to enjoy.

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69.4 km

Burke-Gilman Trail at Matthews Beach Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Extending for about 27 miles, this trail winds along Lake Washington, providing breathtaking views of the water. Along this stretch, you'll pass by Matthews Beach Park and Chinook Passage Natural Area, offering a mix of beach and forest scenery.

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70.9 km

Matthews Beach Park

Highlight • Beach

Nice place. I run through the whole city by cyling. Raining day but very interesting experience

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79.5 km

Drumheller Fountain, University of Washington

Highlight • Monument

This fountain was named after University Regent Joseph Drumheller, who donated machinery to the University. In the early 1900s, the fountain was colloquially referred to as "Frosh Pond" because of the freshman hazing activities that took place in the area.

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82.2 km

Portage Bay

Lake

85.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

80.7 km

2.39 km

1.77 km

290 m

270 m

252 m

121 m

Surfaces

70.7 km

12.6 km

1.32 km

1.05 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Wednesday 26 August

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Sammamish River Trail – Matthews Beach Park loop from Capitol Hill

Lake City Beach

Leaving Seattle – Burke-Gilman Trail

Dudley Carter Park

Sammamish River Trail

Log Boom Park

Burke-Gilman Trail at Matthews Beach Park

Matthews Beach Park

Drumheller Fountain, University of Washington

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