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Elliott Bay Trail/ Terminal 91 Bike Path

 A waterfront trail with great views of the Sound that provides access to a fishing pier, the Seattle waterfront and Magnolia. There are separate bike/ pedestrian trails in the southern section. The north section of the trail bends around a large imported car area, and there's even a bicycles-only overpass over some railroad tracks. The trail ends near a marina with a small rocky beach. The northern section of the trail has limited hours - generally daylight hours - though it may be closed for security reasons since it is next to a working railroad.
Looking south towards downtown Seattle, Harbor Island and Mt. Rainier
Location: King County
City(s): Seattle, WA 		Length: 3.4 miles.  

Popularity: Rather 		Elevation: Flat
     Gain  0
     Loss  0
Facilities Trail Condition  
Drinking Water:  Yes
Restrooms:  Yes
Benches:  Yes
Picnic Tables:  Yes 		Surface Type:  Paved
Surface Quality:  9
Scenery:  9
Lighting: 1 		Ratings:

0 = none/ the worst
5 = average
10 = excellent

Website: http://mtsgreenway.org/our-work/outdoor-recreation/regional-trails/elliott-bay-trail/elliott-bay-trail-2
Maps:
Bikely trail map
Downtown Seattle Bikeways
King County Bike Map
Connections:
1. Connects to bicycle routes north via 20th Ave West/ Gilman Ave
2. Connects to pedestrian paths to the Seattle waterfront
3. Western end connects to the Elliott Bay Marina
Directions: Southern end of the trail begins at the north end of the Seattle waterfront. The northern section connects with 20th Ave West. There is trail access from 15th Ave West via a pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks near the Amgen building.

Photo Gallery


The southern trailhead, partially obscured by construction activity


The long and winding…. Trail


Not all walkers have a clue…


Grain elevator. Sometimes there's a cargo ship loading nearby


The Amgen bridge. What does it look like to you?


Public fishing pier


Tugboats are a common sight along the trail


Heading towards Elliott Bay


Geese are commonly seen here. So is their poo.


Warning sign: hours of this portion of trail are limited


Watch your step when you cross the tracks


Identity crisis - what's the real name of this trail?


A bike overpass? Whee!


Wishful thinking

 

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