Are dogs allowed on Juanita Bay Park?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Juanita Bay Park?

No, Juanita Bay Park 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 Juanita Bay Park?

Juanita Bay Park is rated easy. It is 0.9 miles long with 95 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 Juanita Bay Park suitable for kids?

Yes, Juanita Bay Park is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

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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EasyOut and Back

Washington

Juanita Bay Park

Kirkland, Washington

0.9 mi

Distance

95 ft

Elev. Gain

20m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Forbes Creek is a small, moderately sloping creek wholly within the city of Kirkland, Washington. From its headwaters on the Rose Hill moraine to its outlet at Juanita Bay is c. 2 miles (3.2 km) as the crow flies. The northern extent of its basin is a nearly east–west line at NE 116th Street; the eastern boundary is at the Rose Hill ridgeline, roughly north–south at 132nd Avenue NE. The southern extent is irregular trending roughly from Kirkland's high point at the northeast corner of Bridle Trails State Park through South Rose Hill Park, to Lake Washington at 16 feet (4.9 m) above sea level.

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:4 ft

Max:25 ft

29 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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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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