This is a great spot and so close to town. There are a lot of different parts of the trail so make sure you follow the signs or use a map on your phone. The trail was fairly busy but there was plenty of parking, especially because there are different lots/different starting points. Decent amount of elevation and really beautiful scenery. A few parts of the trails were closed. read more

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Love this for a casual walk or a serious hike. It's stunning features and different levels to test your walking strengths. Two different access points either the top of the hill or the bottom. We've done both and can be as challenging as you choose! Rain or shine, visit this place! read more

Love this little preserve. For the size, it really has so much diversity. Forests, wetlands, creeks, meadows, hills. One of my favorite times to visit is in the late spring when the lupine are blooming (I think they are lupine). Just beautiful. Later in the summer, we come for the blackberries. You can hike over multiple bridges and there are some satisfying steep climbs if you are so inclined. The only issue is that this is a well-loved area and parking can be scarce. It's close by to high population areas, so this isn't too surprising. I love that it is so close to where I live. read more

This is hands down one of my favorite nature getaways without having to try that hard. It sounds terrible, almost like I am cheating but it's only because I can roll up to this place at my leisure, come here for a run, or nice nature outing, and not have to fight the crowds nor traffic. It's terrific to visit during any season but as you can see from the pics, summer is really when Evans Creek Preserve shines! read more

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A tranquil trail that isn't too far out from Downtown Redmond! It is kid friendly as the elevation gain is only at most 325 feet and there isn't any dangerous slopes. WTA lists a 4.2 mile roundtrip because the preserve has many different loops and trails. Just walking the outer perimeter is roughly two miles and takes around an hour. No exquisite views one would expect from an actual hike, but there are a couple of scenic spots. My favorites were the small pathway cutting across a field of lupines as well as the long, angled boardwalk with the mountains visible in the background. It was not that crowded so even the narrow parts of the trail didn't impact the stroll much. There's a small parking lot without any fees or passes required. Showed up at noon and luckily one spot was left. A couple of cars were parked alongside the road. The restrooms and picnic area is to the left of the trailhead, and you can even connect to the Xfinity wi-fi due to its close proximity to the residential community. read more

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Very nice hike through the trees and meadows. There are also some cute little bridges that cross streams. Some of the trails aren't marked but you can always use your phone to track them. I heard some of them were closed. Probably that is why there are no signs :S I was happy of bringing boots as grass is grown and you can't see where you are walking at some few points. Parking lot is not that bug but there's always space :) read more

Fantastic preserve for a relaxed walk in Washington's beautiful natural beauty or for a pretty tiring 2 mile hike (a lot of uphill) to really get your heart rate going. We didn't originally intend to take that route, it just sort of happened. But I'm really glad we did because it was so pretty and great leg/cardio. I'm feeling awesome (and slightly sore) afterwards. There are several different paths you can take that are quite short to a full loop around, so you really get to create your own way. Options are always nice. On a Sunday the parking lot we parked at was quite full (10 or so cars) and we passed several pairs and singles with pups. I'm sure it's a tad less "busy" on weekdays but we just let people go ahead when we saw them so we could just enjoy being away from everyone in nature. I know we'll be going back in the next couple weeks after exploring some other good hikes in the area and I'm just hoping the rain lets up a bit because the steep hike was super muddy in spots. I refuse to slip down a damn mountain! Ain't nobody got time for that. read more

While I wouldn't go very far to get to this preserve, if Evans Creek is in your neck of the woods it's absolutely worth spending time in. It's extremely well-maintained and has a good network of trails for its size. It's a peaceful, beautiful spot! read more

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Evans Creek Preserve is a great choice if you're looking for a quick hike/nature walk. :) There are two ways to get to the Preserve - the lower lot off of 224th and the upper lot off of Sahalee Way. I chose to visit from the upper lot, which takes you down a trail with a few switchbacks and slight elevation. The walk itself is a comfortable 2ish mile loop down and through the Preserve along a well-maintained and mostly wooded path. The route markers are easy to spot and clearly point out the routes you can take, including the different viewpoints that are available along the way. It's not the most exciting in terms of terrain and hiking difficulty, but there are still some fun things to keep an eye out for - like the creeks and skunk cabbage. I think my favorite part of the Preserve was the wide, open field at the end, which was absolutely beautiful under the bright, blue sky. :) Definitely a family friendly nature walk, Evans Creek Preserve also has a cute little picnic area near the lower lot. I was also the only one on the trail a the time (went in the early afternoon on a weekday) and felt pretty safe - note: there are warnings for black bears in the area, so please use your best judgment. read more

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The perfect little park, with almost all the biological elements of the Northwest, a casual hike, for any family.The park is a quick retreat, just minutes from Redmond. Starting from the parking lot off 224th, and you find yourself facing field grasses, and nice gravel trail to the parks only washrooms. From there, you have options, the many paths interconnected loops, and gentle gains in grade. Walk past the wooden archway, and into the forest, and you are welcomed to tree covered trails. You can make it around all the trails in an afternoon, it's a wonderful place to find yourself, with creeks, bogs, bridges, overlooks and plenty of places to seek nature. Apparently, there are gnomes hidden around the park, which while I haven't been looking, I have yet to see any. As of this writing, the WTA is adding new trails to the hillside, with switchbacks and easy-moderate hiking opportunities. read more

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We came here in the winter. It's cold around 38 degrees with fog. There are signposts (up to 15). A good neutral hike for kids. Small parking lot. read more

If you want to get outside and enjoy the day but don't feel like a rigorous hike, this is the place for you. The trails are well maintained and flat. There are a number of small loops and one longer one. I think the longer one is just under two miles. It's a pretty place. I would imagine this to be a great place for families with small children. The hike is easy and you don't have to worry about safety. They have a bathroom which is very well maintained. The trail is at most points well marked. Looking for a quick walk on a nice day, go here. read more

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Great place to walk the dog and with the family! We love that you have the option of either walking the entire loop, or cutting it short and walking one of the shorter paths. Beautiful, quiet area. It is big enough that you aren't constantly bumping into every other person walking their dog. My only complaint- this is NOT an off-leash dog park! People need to realize that and keep their dogs on the leash. Also- the gnome thing is a lot of fun! Today we found a total of 7. We moved each one to a different spot. Two even messages on them. Super fun for the kiddos! We are bringing a pen and paper next time. :) read more

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Nice area for hiking, the trail is a nice spot for getting outdoors, especially with small kids. The trails are light and open, not much of an incline and dog friendly. Look for the garden gnomes which are left on the trail, it's a fun activity for our kids. Have fun! read more

This hidden gem is perfect for a quite reprieve just outside the hustle and bustle of Redmond. Close yet so far! There are several well marked trails. I do the perimeter loop for a brisk 45-55 min. 3.5 mile trek. You could easily weave through the trails for 5 miler. You'll see a few folks along the way... just enough to know you didn't miss the rapture. But you basicly have the place to yourself!! Heavenly! read more

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Super beautiful area to go out and take a hike. They've got nice clean bathrooms for an outdoor hiking facility. One of the cooler things about this hiking trail is they've got maps showing you all the different trails you can take and also where there are photo opportunity spots! read more

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This is a fun park to explore and hike around. The number mapping system makes it easy to plan a route that is accessible for everyone in your group, or a good way to challenge yourself by taking the more hilly paths! read more

Great place to take a walk with smaller children. Great for a family walk with all ages of children. There are bathrooms there as well. There are two different areas to enter and park as well. Very peaceful and not very busy during the weekdays nor the weekends when I have gone. read more

Simple, beautiful, as challenging as you want it to be, and just outside suburbia you are away from it all amongst moss covered branches, nurse trees, babbling brooks, old growth stumps, bear droppings, and just gorgeous nature. read more

Evans Creek Preserve - Parks Near Me - Redmond, Washington

This would be a 5 star place except for encounters with humans and their off leash dogs. They either couldn't read the very large sign that states this is NOT an off leash park, or they believed the sign didn't apply to them and challenged us when reminded. Need a people shaming website instead of dog shaming ones! Have read comments by people in Sammamish who believe all parks belong to their dogs and what a waste the meadows are at Evans Creek. Thank you to all the folks who do keep their pups leashed and pick up their poop. The Preserve itself is glorious - from meadows to woods, from flat to hilly. I'm embarrassed to say we didn't spot a single gnome but blame it on having to watch out for slugs! This place is a hidden jewel. read more

Love this place! Fun, beautiful, and well-maintained trails. The Garden Gnomes are a wonderful touch! I love seeking them out and helping them make their journey through the park. read more

It's a nice short trail. Things that I liked: not crowded, quiet, nice creeks, easy... things I don't like: I wish it was longer. It was mostly flat, but if you try the trail around the park it can get pretty steep. Another good thing is there are lots of signs and maps, so it's impossible to get lost. Took me a little over 30 mins to finish. If you want a quick walk, this is the trail for you. read more

Evans Creek is great if you want to bring little kids to a quick hike. We went in the afternoon on a sunny weekday in summer, and it was very quiet. We accessed the Preserve from 224th. It is a very easy walk. You can finish a loop in 30 minutes; or, you can go on a bigger loop. The trail is well maintained, and there is a map in every intersection where the trail branches off. My kids love to look at the map and decide on their path. We visited the Preserve last summer, and we found 10 gnomes. It was a blast! But this time, we couldn't find any. Either they were hidden very well, or they were simply gone. The gnomes are supposed to be the attraction to this Preserve, and we were a little disappointed. That's why I gave it 4 stars. read more