Are dogs allowed on BPA Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on BPA Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike BPA Trail?

No, BPA Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is BPA Trail?

BPA Trail is rated difficult. It is 7.7 miles long with 1,076 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is BPA Trail suitable for kids?

BPA Trail is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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DifficultOut and Back

Washington

BPA Trail

Federal Way, Washington

7.7 mi

Distance

1,076 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 46m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Federal Way is a city in King County, Washington, United States and part of the Seattle metropolitan area. One of the most recently incorporated cities in the county, its population was 101,030 at the 2020 census. Federal Way is the 10th most populous city in Washington and the fifth most populous in King County.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:77 ft

Max:140 ft

328 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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