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Bike path that hugs the side of I-5 through Olympia and Lacey. Not exactly scenic, but it does provide much-needed east-west connection between the two cities. Part of this trail is on roads, but most is separated from the street. It's kind of hilly, especially if you're riding from west to east.
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The western trailhead
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Location: Thurston County
City(s): Olympia, Lacey, WA
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Length: 4.2 miles.
includes on street parts
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Popularity: Somewhat
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Elevation: west to east
Gain
225
Loss
160 |
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Facilities |
Trail Condition |
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Drinking Water:
No
Restrooms:
No
Benches:
Yes
Picnic Tables:
Yes
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Surface Type:
Paved
Surface Quality:
7
Scenery:
2
Lighting:
1
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Ratings: 0 = none/ the worst
5 = average
10 = excellent
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Maps:
Thurston County Bike Map
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Connections:
1. Connects with the Chehalis Western Trail next to a small shopping mall.
2. Links up with the Woodland Trail at Dayton Street
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Directions: City access points include southeast corner of I-5 and Martin Way; south side of I-5 and Pacific Avenue interchange; south side of I-5 and Lilly Road, SE; south side of I-5 and Boulevard Road, SE; Eastside Street bridge over I-5; 14th Avenue and Cherry Street,, SE, and vicinity of Henderson Boulevard
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Photo Gallery
Underpass at Sleater-Kinney Road
Tunnel under Sleater-Kinney Road
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