Public Boating and Fishing Access to
the Cedar River
| Recreational Landuse Liability Disclosure
Statement
King County, the City of Renton and the City of Seattle make
no representation or warranty as to the suitability of the
sites or water access points for these recreational activities.
Persons using such sites or engaging in such activities should
have adequate skill, knowledge, experience and judgment to
safely enjoy these pursuits. King County, the City of Renton
and the City of Seattle hereby disclaim any responsibility
for, and shall not be held accountable for any loss, damage,
or injury that may be suffered by users or visitors to the
sites described in this Web site. Visitors and users assume
the risk for their own safety when using the sites indicated
on this guide. You may want to consult the following Web page
for further
information on boater safety. |
The Cedar River flows from the Cascades east of Maple Valley to
Lake Washington in Renton, hosting populations of sockeye, coho
and Chinook salmon, steelhead and trout. The Cedar River is a prime
location for fishing in season, non-motorized boating and nature
viewing.
This guidance was produced by the Cedar River Council working
with King County, City of Renton and City of Seattle to inform the
public of places where the Cedar River and its shorelines may be
accessed for boating, fishing, and other recreational activities.
Many of these remain undeveloped and are neither designed nor maintained
for public recreational use or access. Accordingly, many of these
sites do not provide boat launches or ramps, facilities for visitors,
or designated off-street parking for vehicles, and do not meet ADA
standards for accessibility in connection with recreational activities.
The Cedar
River Regional Trail runs parallel to the river from Renton
to Landsburg at the western edge of the City of Seattle's Cedar
River Watershed. It is located atop an abandoned rail line built
to haul coal from mines in the Cascade foothills to settlements
in the lowlands. This scenic trail provides visual and physical
access to the river in many locations and is adjacent to many of
the following public access sites. The trail is paved from Lake
Washington to Maple Valley with compacted gravel the remainder of
the distance.
Use the links below for information about public access, starting
with those sites located farthest downstream. River right and river
left orientation are based on looking downstream. River miles are
listed from the mouth of the river, going upstream.
The following symbols indicate the facilities and activities
available at these sites:
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fishing in season |
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non-motorized boat put-in or pull-out point (many access points
are unimproved low bank without a boat ramp) |
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restroom or outhouse facilities at site |
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designated parking area at site |
Cedar
River Boathouse (external link)
City of Renton, River mile 0
Cedar
River Boathouse Map and Directions (external link)
Paddle over to Gene
Coulon Beach Park (external link) or up the gently flowing Cedar
River. Explore the waters around the shoreline of South Lake Washington
and watch the wildlife as you float along. The Boathouse, built
on pilings over Lake Washington, is located at the north end of
the Cedar
River Trail at 1060 North Riverside Drive and across from Renton
Airport. The Cedar River boathouse does not include a motorized
launch. Boating includes canoe and kayak rental. To report problems
at site call 425-430-6600.
Cedar
River Trail Park (external link)
City of Renton, River mile .63
Cedar
River Trail Park Map and Directions (external link)
Cedar River and North 6th Street, across from Renton Airport. The
Cedar
River Trail stretches for more than 16 miles. The picnic area
is close to the water's edge and near play equipment and a non-motorized
boat launch. The Cedar River Boathouse is in walking distance of
the shelter and provides kayak and canoe rentals as well as instruction.
To report problems at site call 425-430-6600.
Riverview
Park (external link)
City of Renton, River mile 2.5
2901 Maple Valley Highway - Riverview
Park Map and Directions (external link)
South side SR 169 (Maple Valley HWY) at SE 5th Street; River right.
Riverview Park boating is non-motorized only and the launch area
is for hand carried crafts only. Riverview Park restrooms are seasonal,
however the City provides portable toilets from November through
March. To report problems at site call 425-430-6600.
Maplewood Roadside Park
City of Renton, River mile 3
3201 Maple Valley Highway (South side of SR 169 at SE 7th Street;
River right under Cedar River Trail trestle.) Amenities include
parking, grass area, picnic tables, fishing, and access to Cedar
River Trail. To report problems at site call 425-430-6600.
Bucks Curve
King County, River mile 6.2
South side Jones Rd at approx 158th. River right. This
is a non-motorized boat take-out only due to hazards immediately
downstream. Parking is on road shoulder of Jones Road.
Cavanaugh
Pond Natural Area
King County, River mile 6.5 - 7.0
North side of SR 169 at 174th, extending west from 174th
Ave SE. River left.
Access is by foot from Cedar
River Trail at 174th Ave SE (Riverbend Mobile Home Park); no
parking is available at the site (mobile home parking lot is private
property). Non-motorized boats need to be hand-carried in from Cedar
River Trail through site to unimproved low bank at the river
on western side of Cavanaugh Pond. The site is unimproved and does
not have any developed recreational facilities or public amenities.
To report problems at site call 206-263-3723.
Cedar
Grove Natural Area
King County, River mile 8.3
SE Jones Road and Renton Maple Valley Road SE, Renton WA
Access from Cedar
River Trail parallel to SR169 at the 18800 block (across from
old King Co. Shops). Note: This is 2 miles West of Cedar
Grove Road. The area is accessible from Cedar
River Trail; parking is not authorized on SR 169 shoulder. Short
trail leads directly to bank overlooking river. There is no boat
access due to moderately high bank. The site is unimproved and does
not have any developed recreational facilities or public amenities.
To report problems at site call 206-263-3723.
Cedar Mountain Bridge; also
known as Upper Jones Road Bridge
King County, River mile 9.4
East side downstream of bridge on Jones Road and SR169;
river right. This is a road right-of-way property designed to serve
transportation-related purposes. The site is unimproved and does
not have any developed recreational facilities or public amenities.
NOTE:
- Vehicles are not permitted on the maintenance access road or
below the bridge.
- This site contains recent native plantings for bank stabilization
and fish and wildlife habitat; please avoid planted areas.
To report problems at site call 206-296-8100 or 1-800-KCROADS.
Cedar
Grove Road Natural Area
King County, River mile 11.4
NE corner of SR 169 and Cedar Grove Road intersection.
Area located 1 block North of SR 169 on Cedar Grove Road river left,
downstream of bridge. Property is just east of Cedar River Trail.
Non-motorized boats should be hand-carried to unimproved low bank
at river on east side of property near bridge. Park along Byers
Road shoulder. The site is unimproved and does not have any developed
recreational facilities or public amenities. To report problems
at site call 206-263-3723.
Cedar River at 233rd Place
SE
King County, River mile 14.0
233rd Place SE (also known as North extension of Maxwell
Rd) at Cedar
River Trail Bridge (external link), river right.
North of SR-169 and Cedar
River Trail. Parking is on 233rd Place SE shoulders near road
end. Non-motorized boat launch point is unimproved low bank at road
end. This is a road right-of-way property designed to serve transportation-related
purposes. The site is unimproved and does not have any developed
recreational facilities or public amenities. This site is also the
access point to a County-maintained flood protection facility. Access
through the gate located on the downstream side of the road end,
must not be blocked. To report problems at site call 206-296-8100
or 1-800-KCROADS.
Maple Valley Rotary Park
King County, River mile 15.3
East side of SR-169 and Witte Rd SE at Cedar River Bridge
in Maple Valley, river left. Non-motorized boat launch point is
unimproved low bank at north end of site. Parking lot at site. To
report problems at site call 206.296.4232.
Upper Dorre Don Way SE
King County, River mile 17.5
South side of the end of Upper Dorre Don Way at SE 238th
and Cedar
River Trail; river right. Access to the river is down an extremely
steep hill side trail. No parking is available at site. To report
problems at site call 206.296.4232.
Big
Bend Natural Area
King County, River miles 20.8 - 21.0
Park at Landsburg Trailhead parking lot for the Cedar River
Trail at 276th Ave/Landsburg Road SE, and walk west on Cedar
River Trail ~1 mile to near railroad bridge across Cedar River;
river right. The site is unimproved and does not have any developed
recreational facilities or public amenities. To report problems
at site call 206-263-3723.
Landsburg Trailhead Park
King County, River mile 22
276th Ave SE/Landsburg Road SE at bridge over Cedar River.
river left below the bridge. Gravel parking area, eastern trailhead
for Cedar
River Trail, non-motorized boat launch is unimproved riverbank.
To report problems at site call 206-296-4232.
Landsburg
Park
City of Seattle, River mile 22
276th Ave SE (Issaquah Hobart Road) Landsburg Road SE at
bridge over Cedar River. River left above the bridge. Gravel parking
available on NE side of the 276th Ave SE. Enjoy fish viewing from
viewing area and picnicking at site. To report problems at site
call 1-800-404-1110.
This guidance was produced by the Cedar River Council working
with King County, City of Renton and City of Seattle to inform the
public of places where the Cedar River and its shorelines may be
accessed for boating, fishing, and other recreational activities.
This Web site is intended to provide general information on the
availability of boating and river-related recreation on King County
rivers. Please remember to be careful. You are primarily responsible
for your own safety when visiting one of the sites listed on this
web site.You may want to consult the following Web page for further
information on boater safety. | 
