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Taylor Creek & Trail

Taylor Creek & Trail

68th Ave S. &, Holyoke Way S S, Seattle, WA 98178, USA

Overview

Category:Hiking with Kids
Location:Seattle, WA

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Taylor Creek & Trail offers a quick, peaceful nature escape directly within the bustling Lakeridge neighborhood, characterized by its charming wood bridges, a small flowing creek, and lush trees, making it ideal for short family walks or a brief moment of tranquility.

Key Highlights

  • Features multiple cool wood bridges to explore.
  • A small river/stream runs along the trail, providing soothing water sounds.
  • The trail is described as beautiful with gorgeous trees.
  • Generally quiet and peaceful, especially when it's raining, as it remains uncrowded.
  • Good for a quick hike and suitable for dog walks.

Standout Features

  • Multiple wood bridges to explore, offering a fun element for kids.
  • The presence and sound of the small creek/river, adding to the natural ambiance.
  • Its location right in the middle of a crowded neighborhood offers a convenient escape.
  • Beautiful trees and the sound of birds enhance the natural experience.
  • The trail tends to be less crowded, even possibly due to limited parking.

Perfect For

Ideal for younger children (e.g., 3-8 years old) who enjoy exploring nature elements like bridges and streams on a short, manageable walk.
Teens or older children looking for a longer, more challenging, or exciting hike might find it too short and unstimulating.

Ideal For

A quick nature escape in an urban setting.
Families with younger children looking for a short, easy hike.
Dog owners seeking a pleasant trail for their pets.
Anyone living close by who wants a convenient outdoor activity.
Those seeking a peaceful, uncrowded walk, especially during off-peak times or specific weather conditions.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Consider visiting on a rainy day if you prefer fewer people on the trail.
  • Be prepared for limited parking spots and potentially muddy conditions in the parking area.
  • This is best for a quick visit, not a long, strenuous hike.
  • Bring your dog if you want to include them in the walk, as it appears dog-friendly.

Things to Consider

  • The trail is relatively short and some find it unexciting.
  • Parking is limited to only a few spots.
  • The parking area can be wet and muddy.

Price & Value

Not explicitly mentioned in reviews, implying it is likely free or has no significant cost that impacts the experience.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • The trail is narrow with stairs (some reviews say 'lots', others 'not a lot'), making it unsuitable for strollers, wheelchairs, or individuals with significant mobility limitations.
  • The parking area can be wet and muddy, potentially affecting ease of access from vehicle to trail.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • Not mentioned in reviews.

🚗Parking Info

  • Limited parking with only a few spots available.
  • The parking area can be wet and muddy.

👥Crowd Levels

  • Generally not very crowded, partly attributed to limited parking.
  • Reported as having 'very few people' during rainy weather.

🛡️Safety Features

  • Not explicitly mentioned in reviews.

When to Avoid

  • If you are looking for a long, challenging, or highly exciting hiking experience.
  • If you require extensive, easy parking or prefer paved, stroller-friendly paths due to the narrow trail and stairs.
  • If you dislike muddy conditions, especially around the parking area.

Photos

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What People Say

Areas for Improvement

  • Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 4 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Punchy O'Guts

Punchy O'Guts

4 years ago

Tried out the trail for the first time today and loved it. It's a narrow trail with lots of stairs and some bridges. The trees are gorgeous and the sound of water is very soothing. There were very few people on the trail, but it was also raining, which might be why. There are only a few spots for parking, which might keep the trail from being too populated. Looking forward to returning!

Nishant N

Nishant N

9 months ago

Decent trail but too short and unexciting. Probably worth visiting if you live close.

Dawn

Dawn

a year ago

Has a cool bridge, a small river, it’s a nice quick hike. I take my dog and she love to walk here

A Pat Tran

A Pat Tran

3 years ago

Good for a short trail right in the middle of the crowded Lakeridge neighborhood. Has couple of wood bridges to explore, a small stream running along. Nothing to complain except the parking place is wet and muddy

fawn olson

fawn olson

3 months ago

Beautiful hike, but not very long. There are stairs-but not a lot. Loved the sound of the creek and birds. Loved the bridges.

Contact Information

68th Ave S. &, Holyoke Way S S, Seattle, WA 98178, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Thursday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Saturday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sunday: 4:00 AM – 11:30 PM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.7
Total Reviews59
Recent Reviews5