Four Fun Things: Fall Walks
Fall means it's misty but not quite wet, the sun glowing with a new intensity and setting a little earlier every day. Cooler temperatures bring out friendly people in fuzzy clothing. Wherever you are in Snohomish County, there's a lovely fall walk waiting for you nearby. Here are four of our favorites.
North Creek Trail
1011 183rd St. SE
Bothell, WA 98012
Head to North Creek Park in Bothell and explore a boardwalk trail through tall-growth wetlands. This trail attracts walkers, joggers, and birds, and you can follow it north all the way to McCollum Park. There's a gap between the park boundary on 9th Ave SE and Mill Creek Blvd near 164th, but from there, you get over three miles of lovely trees and quiet apartment complexes along the trail. There are lots of places to stop for snacks and coffee, too.
Lowell Riverfront Trail
46th Street and South Third Avenue
Everett, WA 98203
Quiet except for the occasional train, Lowell Riverfront Trail is popular year-round due to the thick tree cover and great views of the Snohomish River. The paved trail runs from the restrooms at the Rotary Park boat launch all the way to the Overlook at Riverfront townhomes. You can also explore the wetlands via a looping gravel trail near the Lowell Riverfront Trail parking lot. Step more carefully there; a blanket of fallen leaves can disguise uneven terrain.
Riverview Wildlife Refuge
1805 1st St
Snohomish, WA 98290
Hiding in plain sight alongside the City of Snohomish wastewater treatment plant is a lovely walking path at the Riverview Wildlife Refuge. The trail follows a raised triangle surrounding a lower-level area that fills with fog on cool mornings, and there's a new set of stairs at the west end leading to a fishing spot at the river's edge. There are only a few parking spaces at the entrance, but don't worry if it's full. You can walk in along the river from downtown Snohomish, and you should plan to include the riverfront trail as part of your route anyway.
Centennial Trail
Multiple access points
Most of the 30 miles between downtown Snohomish and the Skagit County line along the Centennial Trail are an arboreal dream. In fact, sometimes trees are all you can see. Just be aware that you'll encounter many cyclists, so you should always keep right and look in both directions should you decide to cross the trail to get a photo or turn around. If you're looking for a challenge, try walking the whole trail in sections this fall.
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