Low-land routes are rideable year-round, weather permitting.
A pleasant leisurely ride with great views of Seattle, the water and the mountains.
16 miles (26 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38954250
Seattle downtown
One of the best rides in Seattle, with challenging climbs and technical descents, great views, and a café stop.
43 miles (69 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38970601
University of Washington Light Rail Station
A perennial favorite with no stop signs or traffic lights, little traffic and many twists and turns as the road winds through the ravines on the side of this island in the middle of Lake Washington.
20 miles (32 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38954386
Leschi (on Lake Washington)
A great introduction to gravel riding, with bucolic roads, little traffic, and some ups and downs. None of the climbs are super-steep or long, so this loop is suited to riders of most abilities. Café stop in Carnation is a definite plus.
24 miles (39 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47436874%20
Duvall (25 miles (40 km) / 45 minutes east of Seattle)
This amazing loop starts just a ferry hop from Seattle, yet it takes you into truly remote places. Gorgeous views and some of the most technically challenging gravel anywhere. Read more
80 miles (129 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38224402
Bremerton (ferry from downtown Seattle)
All-paved and very challenging ride in the Cascade foothills. Figure-8 loop – you can ride one half first, then come back for the second part. Read more
70 miles (113 km) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38223788
Issaquah, WA (25 miles east of Seattle)
