The Snoqualmie Valley Heritage Trail runs for roughly 31.5 miles, connecting several towns including Duvall, Carnation, Fall City, Snoqualmie, and North Bend. Because the trail crosses multiple jurisdictions and land types, there are a variety of access points — and parking situations — to be aware of.

Here are some of the main parking/trailhead access locations, as well as tips and things to know:

Key Parking & Access Points

Duvall

• Duvall Park & Ride — Off Main Street (NE Woodinville-Duvall Road).
• Depot Park — Near 26227 NE Stephens St.; has restrooms.
• McCormick Park — Also provides trail access and parking.
• Taylor’s Landing Park — Another access lot in Duvall.

Carnation

• Nick Loutsis Park — Accessible via Entwistle Street; a popular and well-used parking lot.
• Stillwater Wildlife Recreation Area — Off SR 203 / Carnation-Duvall Road; requires a WDFW permit.
• Tolt-MacDonald Park — A good staging point for longer rides.

Fall City

• There is parking in the 4200 block of SE 356th Place (Fall City).
• Be aware: some trail entries here are accessed via stairs.

Snoqualmie

• A small parking area at Tokul Road / SE 60th Street, with stair access from the lot to the trail.

North Bend

• Ballarat Ave / NE 4th Street — Parking lot provides access to the trail.
• Also close to the Cedar Falls Road area, where the trail meets the Palouse-to-Cascades State Park Trail.

Important Parking & Safety Tips for Visitors

No Motorized Vehicles: The trail is for non-motorized use only (walking, biking, horses), so don’t expect vehicle access onto the trail itself.

No Single Permit Covers Everything: Some parking areas (like wildlife recreation areas) may require a permit. For example, the Stillwater Wildlife Recreation Area parking requires a WDFW permit.

Use Trail Maps: Because the trail is long and crosses many access points, it’s helpful to consult a map to pick a parking lot near where you want to start.

Trail Surface: The trail surface is mostly crushed rock / railroad ballast — not paved. That means some parking lots are gravel, and the trail may not be super smooth in places.

Restroom Facilities: Facilities are limited. For instance, at Taylor’s Landing Park there is a “sanican” (portable toilet), while other parking spots (like Depot Park) have full restrooms.

Parking Capacity: Some lots are small. For example, the Tokul Road lot in Snoqualmie is described as “small” and may fill up.

Street Parking: In a few places, access may be via on-street parking or small pull-outs rather than formal lots. Check signs and be respectful.

Seasonal & Weekend Demand: On busy days (weekends, holidays), parking may be more limited, so plan ahead.