Are dogs allowed on Five Mile Drive?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Five Mile Drive?

No, Five Mile Drive 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 Five Mile Drive?

Five Mile Drive is rated moderate. It is 4.4 miles long with 591 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.

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ModerateLoop

Washington

Five Mile Drive

Tacoma, Washington

4.4 mi

Distance

591 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 38m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Five Mile Drive is closed to motor vehicles so that pedestrians, runners and cyclists are free from conflict with motorized vehicles. It's closed to motor vehicles on Saturday and Sunday and Monday and Friday.

From Wikipedia

Banbury Road is a major arterial road in Oxford, England, running from St Giles' at the south end, north towards Banbury through the leafy suburb of North Oxford and Summertown, with its local shopping centre. Parallel and to the west is the Woodstock Road, which it meets at the junction with St Giles'. To the north, Banbury Road meets the Oxford Ring Road at a roundabout. The road is designated the A4165. Prior to the building of the M40 motorway extension in 1990, the road formed part of the A423 from Maidenhead to Coventry.

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:27 ft

Max:99 ft

180 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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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