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UPDATE1: King County Gravel - UW to Redmond Watershed

  • 04 May 2025
  • 9:30 AM
  • UW Triangle

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  • Non COGS members are allowed to participate in one COGS club ride according to the club insurance policy.

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UPDATE 1: The primary route has a been altered.  Google maps indicates that there is a gate at mile 15 that may be difficult to get through.  With John's help we re-routed around that obstacle.  Also, on the return home we may hop on the Bridle Crest Trail and skip most of the 520 trail.  Download both routes below.  


 Ride Leader

 Liam P.

 Contact Info  greenbikego@outlook.com | 803-397-8944
 Pace | Dist. | Elev. | Terrain  Moderate (14-16mph) | 41mi | 2644ft | Gravel & Paved
 Route  King County Gravel - UW to Redmond Watershed
 Start Location  UW Triangle
 Check in | Departure  09:20am | 9:30am

ALTERNATE ROUTE: King County Gravel - ALT UW to Redmond Watershed Loop

A 41-mile gravel ride that starts at the UW Triangle.  We head east on the 520 Trail and north on the Cross Kirkland Corridor through Totem Lake.  There is a restroom option at Totem Lake Park (mile 11).  Next we make our way to Tolt Pipeline Trail.  Don't worry, we are skipping Heart Attack Hill (18%).  We will do that another day.  We will make our way though the Redmond Watershed Preserve and have lunch at PCC (mile ~26).  After lunch, we head west on the PSE Trail.  After the gravel we make our way back home via the 520 trail or Bridle Crest Trail.

I want to credit Best Side Cycling, a local YouTuber, for sharing his Woodinville Gravel ride.  I modified it to start from the UW and took out Heart Attack hill.  I enjoy his channel, and he needs more subscribers.  It is worth checking out.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

  1. All riders must register. Helmets are required. No earphones or headphones.  
  2. Rides are open to members and non-members.  After the first ride, due to our insurance, non-members must become members for additional rides.
  3. Riders are expected to be self-supporting with spare tubes, pump, water, snacks, and capable of fixing their own flats. Use of flashers, visual enhancers and rearview mirrors is encouraged. Weather conditions can and will change, be prepared. In addition, please also bring safe riding skills and good road manners.
  4. Cancellation for rain, smoke, etc. to be sent no later than 7 AM day of ride.
NOTE: COGS Rides are limited to members and one time guest non-members. You must register to be permitted to ride. According to the club insurance policy, If you are not a COGS member then you can register and participate in one ride.

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