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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Foothills Trailhead

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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Foothills Trailhead

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Rest Stop by the Carbon River – Foothills Trail loop from Foothills Trailhead

02:09

36.0km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

3.26 km

Beautiful Wooden Bridge over South Prairie Creek

Highlight • Bridge

A lovely curved wooden bridge that is just gorgeous and naturey

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2

11.2 km

View of Carbon River from the Foothills Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Foothills Trail parallels the Carbon River for many miles, but your view is often obscured by foliage. Here you get a clear view of the river from the trail, as well as the verdant flora overhanging its banks.

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3

13.4 km

Rest Stop by the Carbon River

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a picnic table and primitive campfire here. Great views of the river. Good spot for a snack.

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4

15.9 km

Voight Creek bridge on the Foothills Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Just a simple bridge with Voight Creek views.

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5

18.0 km

Foothills Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Foothills Trail is a mostly paved 21-mile path from Puyallup toward Mount Rainier, perfect for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Enjoy views of Mount Rainier, wildlife, and historic sites like Melmont ghost town. Multiple access points make it easy to explore sections at your pace.

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6

19.7 km

View of Carbon River from Foothill Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This is a fantastic viewpoint along the river, and the paved section of trail here is easily done on a road bike.

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36.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.8 km

1.17 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.8 km

1.17 km

< 100 m

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Comments

July 13, 2024,Orting to South Prarie

Not the fastest time on the trail but we enjoy the ride

May 4, 2025,Ride

It was a good workout. It was a hard ride for me. Something about a pacemaker and a couch potato

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