Marymoor Park in King County, Washington, is accessible by bicycle or foot for residents far beyond the immediate neighborhood because of its extensive trail connections. This large park has ball fields, a climbing wall and many other attractions that make it a regional draw. Bicyclists from Seattle and Bellevue can reach the park via the 27-mile long Sammamish River/Burke Gilman Trail and the Bridle Crest Trail, which connect to an existing path inside the park designed as an exercise trail. Park officials estimate 5-10 % of park patrons arrive via the trails, and trail use goes way up for special events such as the 4th of July fireworks display. A significant number of patrons also drive to the park in order to bicycle or walk on the trails. A new pedestrian bridge was recently built over the Sammamish River to separate the non-motorized traffic from cars. In the future, a new East Lake Sammamish Trail will link Marymoor to Lake Sammamish State Park and the Mountain to the Sound Greenway.
Goal
Improve bike access