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Hamilton Viewpoint Park – Alki Trail loop from Schmitz Preserve Park

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Hamilton Viewpoint Park – Alki Trail loop from Schmitz Preserve Park

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Hamilton Viewpoint Park – Alki Trail loop from Schmitz Preserve Park

01:51

28.2km

300m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 1, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.21 km

Fairmount Park

Forest

2.42 km

View from the Water Taxi dock

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you can enjoy one of the best view of Elliott Bay and the city skyline!

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2.89 km

Hamilton Viewpoint Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot has stunning views of the city skyline, the Cascade Mountains, Elliott Bay, and the harbor. There are several benches here to sit and watch the ferries and pleasure …

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3.81 km

Alki Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Alki Trail is a traditional urban paved trail running from the Alki beaches on the west around Duwamish Head, down through the West Seattle industrial area. The trail runs …

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5.17 km

Alki Beach

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

Nice stretch of beach, often pretty crowded with people using all forms of transportation

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11.5 km

With a rocky and sandy beach, a restroom, greenspace, and picnic areas, Lowman Beach Park is a popular shoreline park in Seattle. There are a couple super short paved paths you can run on to get down to the water.

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12.6 km

West Seattle Troll Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

West Seattle's famous troll sculpture, made by Thomas Dambo. You can find it along the Whale Trail in Lincoln Park.

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12.8 km

The Whale Trail at Lincoln Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot is a great location to take in the views of Puget Sound, Vashon Island and the Olympic Mountains. There are several benches along the path where you can …

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23.2 km

View of Seattle Skyline from Seacrest Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This tiny park and water taxi dock has a fantastic view of the Seattle Waterfront. The stunning downtown views provide excellent photo opportunities, especially on a clear, sunny day.

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28.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.5 km

2.94 km

548 m

245 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

7.50 km

1.66 km

248 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Tuesday 28 July

24°C

16°C

47 %

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Hamilton Viewpoint Park – Alki Trail loop from Schmitz Preserve Park

View from the Water Taxi dock

Hamilton Viewpoint Park

Alki Trail

Alki Beach

Lowman Beach Park

West Seattle Troll Sculpture

The Whale Trail at Lincoln Park

View of Seattle Skyline from Seacrest Park

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