We’re about to enjoy another beautiful Washington spring, and not a moment too soon. If you’ve been cooped up inside for most of this long, dreary winter, you’ll love the longer days and warmer weather we have in store. And if you happen to live near Vancouver, grab your bike and head to the Burnt Bridge Creek Trail. This hiking and bike path is gorgeous this time of year.
Located in a quiet, wooded area in Vancouver, the Burnt Bridge Creek Trail is a breathtaking nature path for both beginners and experienced hikers to enjoy.
Scott Varner / alltrails.com At over 15 miles in length, this is not a short hike. But most people either bike it or turn around when their legs get tired of walking.
This lengthy trail is quite diverse.
Breanne Diles / alltrails.com The eastern section flows through meadows and wetlands, the middle section goes through soccer fields and under power lines, and the western section is mostly forested.
Burnt Bridge Creek is named for a small, primitive bridge built over the creek in 1889.
Sheryl Helms / alltrails.com As the population grew, traffic shifted to a larger bridge that was originally constructed in 1885. The little bridge eventually burned down, giving the creek its name.
The hard-surfaced trail is not only a great place for hikers of all skill levels, but a perfect spot for biking.
Autumn Rouse / alltrails.com Most of the trail is flat, with the exception of the section approaching the I-5 crossing.
The trail begins at the mouth of Burnt Bridge Creek at NW Fruit Valley Road and NW Bernie Drive.
Mitchell Taylor / alltrails.com It promptly veers east through thick forests and grass bottomlands, crossing two bridges in the process.
If you’re on a bike, completing all 15.5 miles will be a breeze.
Mitchell Taylor / alltrails.com If you’re on foot, however, we recommend turning around when you get tired.
The Burnt Bridge Creek Trail is accessible all year, but it’s especially enchanting at the beginning of spring.
Mitchell Taylor / alltrails.com There’s something about seeing lush green forests and grass that will make you excited for the seasons to come.
Have you been yet? If not, what are you waiting for?
Scott Varner / alltrails.com
At over 15 miles in length, this is not a short hike. But most people either bike it or turn around when their legs get tired of walking.
Breanne Diles / alltrails.com
The eastern section flows through meadows and wetlands, the middle section goes through soccer fields and under power lines, and the western section is mostly forested.
Sheryl Helms / alltrails.com
As the population grew, traffic shifted to a larger bridge that was originally constructed in 1885. The little bridge eventually burned down, giving the creek its name.
Autumn Rouse / alltrails.com
Most of the trail is flat, with the exception of the section approaching the I-5 crossing.
Mitchell Taylor / alltrails.com
It promptly veers east through thick forests and grass bottomlands, crossing two bridges in the process.
If you’re on foot, however, we recommend turning around when you get tired.
There’s something about seeing lush green forests and grass that will make you excited for the seasons to come.
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