7 South Sound Bike Paths for Kids on Wheels
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Kerri Wilson
Chehalis Western Trail, Olympia
The path of the 22-mile-long Chehalis Western Trail used to serve as the historic Chehalis Western Railroad. The trail runs through the middle of Thurston County and eventually hooks up to the Yelm-Tenino Trail. Enjoy a variety of ecosystems and views as you ride, including Chambers Lake, Puget Sound, the Deutsches River and wetlands.
There are four trailheads, all with parking. A good place to get on this trail is at Chambers Lake Trailhead Park, where you’ll find parking and restrooms, though no play area. To find playground equipment, ride two miles south to reach Avonlea Park. Fuel up on healthy fare at Olympia Food Co-op, a mile and a half the other way on the other side of I-5.
Find it: Access the Chehalis Western Trail via Chambers Lake Park at 3725 14th Ave. S.E., Olympia
Next stop: White River Trail
