Parks and Trails
Cedar River Trail Tree Removal Project Update
Seventy trees identified as high risk along the Cedar River Trail are scheduled for removal beginning January 19, 2010. The majority are bigleaf maples with some cottonwoods and a red alder tree. These trees are in advanced stages of decay, dead or dying and could impact the trail and public safety if not removed. Most of the tree debris will remain on the ground for wildlife habitat. The public will be able to continue to use the trail and traffic control measures will be in place to protect the public for the duration of the project. Work should be completed by Tuesday, January 26.
The work begins near I-405 and proceeds east just past Maplewood Roadside Park. Please contact the Project Manager, Terry Flatley, (425) 766-6187 for additional information.
The City of Renton Parks Division maintains 29 developed public parks, 13 miles of trails, 813 acres of public open space, an 18-hole public golf course, two lake-front beaches and a public boat launch. Over the past few years, significant investments have been made in the park system in Renton; the Piazza, Heritage Park, a skateboard facility, and the Veterans' Memorial Park have been completed. Additionally, the Cedar River Trail extends east to the city limits (and beyond to the City of Maple Valley) and connects to the Cedar River Boathouse on Lake Washington.
See the
Master Park Directory
for a list of the parks and trails in Renton. The Directory includes links to maps and directions, and lists the amenities for each park, including picnic shelters, ballfields, basketball and tennis courts, and play equipment.
When using the parks, please be aware of and abide by the Park Rules and Regulations. To find out more information about how parks are maintained, please visit "Integrated Pest Management Program".
Learn about our new volunteer and sponsorship opportunities by going to Adopt a Park, Program or Participant.
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