This year-round-event begins and finishes along the Burke-Gilman Trail, a former railroad right-of-way, but the beautiful campus of the University of Washington is the main attraction. Enjoy the diversity of architecture styles, the gardens, and the spectacular view of Mt. Rainier from Drumheller Fountain and Frosh Pond. Stop for coffee on “The Ave.”
Distance & Trail Rating: 10K. Rating1A.
Online Start Box: This walk has the option to register either at the Physical Start Box at Fisheries Supply (see below), or on the Online Start Box (OSB). For OSB registration information, go to ava.org, or try this link. Once you’ve registered online, the walk directions and map will be available for you to download.
Start Location & Physical Start Box: Fisheries Supply. 1900 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103 (note: store actually fronts on N. 34th St). Start box is self-serve in a wood file cabinet just inside the door, on your left as you enter. GPS coordinates for Start Location: 47.64749, -122.33446.
Start Location Hours: Mon-Sat, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sun, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Store may be closed on major holidays – call store at (206) 632-4462 to confirm.
Amenities: Restrooms: yes | Pets: yes | Strollers: no | Wheelchairs: no
Comments: No restroom at Start Location. Restroom at Gas Works Park, one block from Start Location. This walk qualifies for the Emerald City Wanderers Light Rail Challenge because the route passes by the UW Light Rail Station.
AVA Special Programs: Par for the Course. Rails to Trails. Walking with America’s Veterans. Walking with the Wild Things (Gargoyle).
ESVA Special Programs: Rails to Trails.
Light Rail Challenge II: Qualifies under “North” category.
Driving Directions: From I-5, take exit 169 (NE 45th St). Turn west onto NE 45th St (NB drivers turn left, SB drivers turn right). Continue a half-mile to Meridian Ave. N. Left on Meridian and head downhill to N. 34th St. Fisheries Supply faces 34th. Turn onto 34th for the best on-street parking, or park in lot at Gas Works Park. Do not park in Fisheries Supply lot.
Metro Bus: Route 31/32 is one block from the Start Location.
Contact: Dave Madsen. (206) 789-1960
Sponsoring Club: Emerald City Wanderers
AVA Walk Sanction Name and Number: University of Washington. Y0351.
Map of Qualifying Stations in “North” Region:
