North Creek Forest

North Creek Forest is a protected woodland near Bothell containing mixed coniferous and hardwood trees along with multiple streams and wetland areas. The property features an interconnected trail system with several entry points that allow visitors to explore different parts of the forest.

Local conservation advocates launched protection efforts in the early 2000s to prevent urban development from destroying the forest. The initiative successfully achieved official preservation status in 2016 after years of community work.

The forest functions as a place where students and local volunteers regularly engage in habitat restoration and research activities. This collaborative approach between the university and community has transformed it into a learning landscape where people experience and protect the local ecosystem firsthand.

The site is open daily from sunrise to sunset, with multiple parking areas and entry points for convenient access. Visitors can choose from various trails that wind through the property at different difficulty levels.

Five salmon species including chum, coho, sockeye, chinook, and steelhead return each year to spawn in the cool and filtered waters of North Creek. These fish populations rely on specific water conditions created by the forest ecosystem to complete their breeding cycle.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 47.77750,-122.19400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42