520 Bridge View Park – Fremont Bridge loop from Downtown Redmond

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520 Bridge View Park – Fremont Bridge loop from Downtown Redmond

Hard

3.3

(14)

riders

520 Bridge View Park – Fremont Bridge loop from Downtown Redmond

03:03

49.7km

450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 19.1 km for 67 m

After 24.2 km for 190 m

After 25.2 km for 160 m

After 30.0 km for 64 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.02 km

SR 520 Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The SR 520 Trail is a paved path that connects Seattle and the Eastside. It features 11 viewpoints along the way, where you can stop and enjoy views of the Seattle skyline and, on a clear day, Mount Rainier.

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13.8 km

520 Bridge View Park

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This small park sits right on top of the bridge, with a privillege view of the river, the bridge and the mountains in the background. Worth taking a break to …

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19.0 km

Montlake Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This bridge passes over Montlake Cut, a part of the Lake Washington Ship Canal. Somewhere around 40,000 to 60,000 vehicles cross this bridge every day, but don't worry: There's a separate pedestrian walkway that cyclists can use, too.

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19.9 km

Drumheller Fountain, University of Washington

Highlight • Monument

This fountain was named after University Regent Joseph Drumheller, who donated machinery to the University. In the early 1900s, the fountain was colloquially referred to as "Frosh Pond" because of the freshman hazing activities that took place in the area.

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25.3 km

Fremont Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Careful when riding North-to-South. If you want to continue on the Chesiahud Lake Union Loop trail, you need to use the long three-stage crosswalk across 4th Avenue BEFORE crossing Nickerson …

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32.3 km

Governor Albert D. Rosellini Bridge (Evergreen Point Bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

This is the better bridge to cross Lake Washington. Nice wide cycle/pedestrian path, multiple pullouts that allow you to stop and take in the sights to the North, and a …

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36.3 km

SR-520 Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This section of the trail is smooth with a few rolling hills. There are several viewpoints that make for a great spot to take a break and enjoy the views …

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