Evans Creek Preserve

Super beautiful area to go out and take a hike. They’ve got nice clean bathrooms for an outdoor hiking facility. One of the cooler things about this hiking trail is they’ve got maps showing you all the different trails you can take and also where there are photo opportunity spots!

Evans Creek Preserve is a great choice if you’re looking for a quick hike/​nature walk. :) There are two ways to get to the Preserve — the lower lot off of 224^th and the upper lot off of Sahalee Way. I chose to visit from the upper lot, which takes you down a trail with a few switchbacks and slight elevation. The walk itself is a comfortable 2ish mile loop down and through the Preserve along a well-​maintained and mostly wooded path.
The route markers are easy to spot and clearly point out the routes you can take, including the different viewpoints that are available along the way. It’s not the most exciting in terms of terrain and hiking difficulty, but there are still some fun things to keep an eye out for — like the creeks and skunk cabbage. I think my favorite part of the Preserve was the wide, open field at the end, which was absolutely beautiful under the bright, blue sky. :)
Definitely a family friendly nature walk, Evans Creek Preserve also has a cute little picnic area near the lower lot. I was also the only one on the trail a the time (went in the early afternoon on a weekday) and felt pretty safe — note: there are warnings for black bears in the area, so please use your best judgment.

This would be a 5 star place except for encounters with humans and their off leash dogs. They either couldn’t read the very large sign that states this is NOT an off leash park, or they believed the sign didn’t apply to them and challenged us when reminded. Need a people shaming website instead of dog shaming ones! Have read comments by people in Sammamish who believe all parks belong to their dogs and what a waste the meadows are at Evans Creek. Thank you to all the folks who do keep their pups leashed and pick up their poop. The Preserve itself is glorious — from meadows to woods, from flat to hilly. I’m embarrassed to say we didn’t spot a single gnome but blame it on having to watch out for slugs! This place is a hidden jewel.

The perfect little park, with almost all the biological elements of the Northwest, a casual hike, for any family. The park is a quick retreat, just minutes from Redmond.
Starting from the parking lot off 224^th, and you find yourself facing field grasses, and nice gravel trail to the parks only washrooms. From there, you have options, the many paths interconnected loops, and gentle gains in grade. Walk past the wooden archway, and into the forest, and you are welcomed to tree covered trails. You can make it around all the trails in an afternoon, it’s a wonderful place to find yourself, with creeks, bogs, bridges, overlooks and plenty of places to seek nature.
Apparently, there are gnomes hidden around the park, which while I haven’t been looking, I have yet to see any.
As of this writing, the WTA is adding new trails to the hillside, with switchbacks and easy-​moderate hiking opportunities.

Love this place! Fun, beautiful, and well-​maintained trails. The Garden Gnomes are a wonderful touch! I love seeking them out and helping them make their journey through the park.

Great place to walk the dog and with the family! We love that you have the option of either walking the entire loop, or cutting it short and walking one of the shorter paths. Beautiful, quiet area. It is big enough that you aren’t constantly bumping into every other person walking their dog.
My only complaint– this is NOT an off-​leash dog park! People need to realize that and keep their dogs on the leash.
Also– the gnome thing is a lot of fun! Today we found a total of 7. We moved each one to a different spot. Two even messages on them. Super fun for the kiddos! We are bringing a pen and paper next time. :)

Nice area for hiking, the trail is a nice spot for getting outdoors, especially with small kids. The trails are light and open, not much of an incline and dog friendly.
Look for the garden gnomes which are left on the trail, it’s a fun activity for our kids. Have fun!