What do a steel mill, Lorquin's Admiral butterflies, a shopping center, coho salmon, Chief Sealth High School students, public art and an ancient bog have in common?
Answer: The Longfellow Creek Legacy Trail in West Seattle.
By Kathryn True | August 18, 2005
Hike of the Week
If you're wondering where to hike when the snow is at sea level, check out a local park such as the Longfellow Creek Legacy Trail in West Seattle. It is one of the best in-city trails I've found. Hiking it is like reading a story with your feet as the trail parallels Longfellow Creek with streamside views, links to other parks and art by local residents.
The story of Longfellow Creek is still being written -- the trail is a work in progress by Seattle Parks and Recreation, neighborhood committees, volunteers and other land management agencies too many to list.
By Karen Sykes | January 13, 2005
Location: West Seattle.
Length: About 5 miles of trails.
Level of difficulty: Flat to moderately sloping dirt/gravel trails; wire grids add traction on boardwalks. The paved Rolling Hills trail is wheelchair-accessible, and leads from the south end of the parking lot.
By Cathy McDonald | December 20, 2001
