Carnation -Duvall Valley Loop

Join us on a scenic ride from Tolt River - John MacDonald Park on a 35-mile Snoqualmie Valley loop at Moderate pace 14-16 mph. To avoid a busy no-shoulder road into Carnation, the route takes one 2.5 mile section of the Snoqualmie Valley trail, which is hard pack dirt. If you aren't already familiar with road bikes on this unpaved surface, tires up to 28mm can be used. The ride should be fun with good views and a hilly section.

Please register using the Register tab. Tolt River- John MacDonald park has ample parking and portable restrooms across from parking. The route starts north through Carnation, then turns west and down the Snoqualmie River valley. This section has great rural views and passes the historic Red Barn. We'll cross the bridge into Duvall, then climbing out of Duvall takes you past the Cherry Valley area. After that the route turns south followed by a long downhill that ends near Stillwater for a short run on the Snoqualmie Valley trail into Carnation. There is a final scenic 7.5 mile out-and-back Tolt River extension near the end with more secluded traffic and views.

Let's meet at Tolt River- John MacDonald Park and please be ready to ride at 9am. We will start with a required safety briefing, and roll out when that's done.  If you miss the briefing you will not be able to ride with the group.

We will climb and descend hills at our own pace, and our goal will be to regroup frequently. We'll also limit our speed on any multi-use paths to the legal maximum (usually 15 MPH).

Restrooms are available at the start. Water is available at Carnation Market or Starbucks near Tolt MacDonald park before starting. There are no planned restroom / water stops for this ride, but both are available entering Duvall (mile 12) if required. After the ride, there are several restaurants in Carnation including Blake’s Pizzeria & ice cream.

Bring a spare tube and tools to fix a flat, just in case. Please have full fenders if the roads are wet, or you may be asked to ride at the rear of the group.

Note: If weather conditions meet the weather cancellation criterion listed above or if there are unforeseen hazardous riding conditions or other unexpected events, the Ride Leader will post a ride-canceled note in the Comments section below at least two hours prior to the start and Ride Leader(s) will not be at the start location.

We hope you can join us!