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KIRKLAND - LAKE WASHINGTON WATERFRONT WALK
5km, 10km (1) Walk
(YR0134)
Jan 1-Dec 31
Start
Point: La Quinta Inn, 10530 NE Northup Way, Kirkland, WA
98033 (425) 828-6585.
Directions:
From I-5 N or S, exit 168B to SR 520 E to Bellevue. Exit
520 at Lake Washington Blvd N (Rt. 908) to Kirkland. Right at light to
Northup Way. Left at La Quinta Inn (approx. one block).
From I-405 N or S, exit to SR 520 W to Seattle. Exit
520 immediately. Right at bottom of exit onto 108 Ave. NE. Left at next
light onto Northup Way. Right at La Quinta Inn (approx. two blocks) on
right. Metro Bus routes: 230, 235, 251, 254, 255, 258, 262, or 275.
Event
Info: Daily 1 January - 31 December, dawn to dusk. Trail is
rated 2 and is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs due to stairs.
Leashed pets allowed with clean up. The trail follows a generally north/south
direction. Outdoor sculptures are located along the route and the Lake
Washington waterfront is lined with well landscaped condominiums and parks,
views of the Olympic Mountains and Seattle skyline. The downtown area is a
charming mix of galleries, shops and eateries. Restrooms are available at
the start/finish, Carillon Point, and various parks depending on the time
of year.
State
Challenges: County (King), Art (galleries,fountains/artwork), Landscapes (mountains), All Clubs (IT)
U.S. Challenges: USA A-Z (Letter K); State
WA
Point
of Interest: This Kirkland walk was voted as 7th Best Place
in the Top Ten Year Round Events in 2001 as voted by volkssporters from all
50 states.
Point
of Contact: Don Whitt (425)
968-2342, whittdj@comcast.ne
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