East Renton Highlands is an unincorporated community in King County, Washington, characterized by a diverse landscape of forests, wetlands, and river valleys. The area's varied terrain, including views of the Cascade Mountains and proximity to the Cedar River, provides a setting for outdoor activities. East Renton Highlands offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
East Renton Highlands provides a range of outdoor activities for various skill…
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36
riders
9.44km
01:14
420m
420m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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riders
14.7km
01:43
510m
490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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96
riders
15.7km
01:47
520m
520m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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75
riders
24.0km
02:26
570m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
hikers
9.09km
03:05
510m
440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.41km
01:37
210m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.42km
02:13
500m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.78km
00:51
160m
0m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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67
runners
6.66km
01:22
500m
500m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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41
runners
12.5km
01:50
560m
560m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.27km
00:59
350m
350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.39km
01:20
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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5
riders
97.4km
04:47
740m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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13
riders
74.0km
03:07
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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345
riders
50.7km
02:26
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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135
riders
32.2km
01:41
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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59
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
riders
41.5km
02:29
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
riders
37.2km
02:13
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
56.3km
03:22
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
riders
33.4km
02:14
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.0km
01:47
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
70.0km
04:57
1,380m
1,380m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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East Renton Highlands offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 5 routes, with over 13,000 visitors sharing their experiences. These routes have an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the May Valley Loop at Squak Mountain State Park, a moderate 4.4-mile (7.1 km) route, and the Coal Creek Falls loop in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park. The Licorice Fern Trail also offers an 8.7-mile (14.0 km) forested experience. More details can be found in the Hiking around East Renton Highlands guide.
Yes, options like the May Valley Short Loop in Squak Mountain State Park provide accessible paths. The Cedar River Trail also offers less strenuous walking opportunities. For more choices, consult the Easy hikes around East Renton Highlands guide.
Tiger Mountain is a key destination for mountain biking, featuring challenging routes like the Master Link and Predator Loop, which is 5.9 miles (9.4 km). Another option is the Tiger Mountain Road, Off-The-Grid, Joyride, and Northwest Timber Loop, spanning 9.1 miles (14.7 km). Explore more in the MTB Trails around East Renton Highlands guide.
Road cyclists can enjoy routes such as the Green Valley Loop, a moderate 60.5-mile (97.4 km) ride with 2,433 feet of elevation gain. The Cedar River and Interurban Trails Loop combines two trails for a 46.0-mile (74.0 km) ride. The Lake Washington Loop also offers 30.8 miles (49.6 km) of scenic views. Refer to the Road Cycling Routes around East Renton Highlands guide for more.
East Renton Highlands provides various jogging experiences. Squak Mountain State Park offers routes like the Equestrian Running Loop, which is 5.8 miles (9.4 km). The Coal Creek Falls loop from Ravenswood in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is another option, covering 7.4 miles (12.0 km). The Running Trails around East Renton Highlands guide has additional information.
Yes, several routes are suitable for families. Easy hiking options like the May Valley Short Loop in Squak Mountain State Park are available. Heritage Park also features an easy loop around its playfields, providing a less strenuous option for all ages.
Trails in East Renton Highlands often wind through extensive forests, wetlands, and river valleys, such as along the Cedar River. Many routes offer views of the Cascade Mountains and are close to Lake Washington. Debbie's View on Squak Mountain provides a notable scenic outlook.
East Renton Highlands is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 13,000 visitors having recorded their tours. The routes in the region collectively hold an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for East Renton Highlands, including Hiking around East Renton Highlands, MTB Trails around East Renton Highlands, and Road Cycling Routes around East Renton Highlands. Other guides cover easy hikes, running trails, general cycling, and gravel biking.
The terrain in East Renton Highlands is diverse, featuring extensive forests, wetlands, and river valleys. It includes varied elevation, from accessible paths to more challenging routes with significant gains, particularly in areas like Squak Mountain and Tiger Mountain. This variety supports different activity levels and sports.

