The loop is 2-miles long and we hit it twice for a 4-mile run.
Park details:
Dogs allowed on leash.
666 elevation gain.
Run through fields, creek, arching trails. There’s one climb called the devils backbone that walking is likely required, but most of the trail is pretty flat and achievable!
After the run recommendations:
Brunch and beer at one of the Eastside breweries, such as Nine Giants, High Grain, or Mad Tree.
Trail Maps:
While this looks straightforward on paper, it was helpful to follow a leader!
Access the official city map here:
Click the image for link to PDFTo begin, venture past the deer and park shelterTo the beginning of the trail headThe run begins at this gorgeous climbing treeAfter twists and turns you are taken down stairsThrough the creekAnd back upTurn right hereTake a right on this gravel road Then a left at the next forkCome out to a paved road a hang a leftFollow the road for a few feet until you find a trail in the right hillUp the hillThrough a prarieOut to a fieldAnd into the devil’s backboneWhere the trail takes you back to the climbing treeOn this fall day the colors did not disappoint! We wore gloves and extra layers for this brisk 36 degree Fahrenheit fall morning but it warmed up by the forties before we knew it.
