Yelm–Rainier–Tenino Trail

The Yelm–Rainier–Tenino Trail, formerly the Yelm–Tenino Trail, is a rail trail located in Thurston County, Washington, United States.

Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trail
Length14.5 miles (23.3 km)
LocationThurston County, Washington
Began construction1993
UseWalking, Hiking, Biking
Elevation change320 feet (98 m)
GradeFlat
DifficultyEasy to moderate
HazardsMultiple crossings of roadways
SurfacePaved

Route

The trail is a 14.5-mile (23.3 km) long paved path designated for use for cycling and walking.[1] The trail runs parallel to State Route 507 and intersects with the southern end of the Chehalis Western Trail. Trailheads are located at the trail termini in Yelm and Tenino, with additional parking lots and entry points along the trail. Rainier straddles the trail approximately 8.5-mile (13.7 km) east of Tenino.[2] The trail is mainly flat, with a combined elevation change of approximately 320 feet (98 m) over its course.[3]

History

The trail, acquired by the county in 1993, has been constructed along the route of a former Burlington Northern Railroad line.[1][3] Originally this section of railroad was named "The Prairie Line," but in 1986 the rail line from Yelm to Tenino was abandoned.[3]

The trail was renamed in late 2021. Previously the "Yelm–Tenino Trail", the name now incorporates the city of Rainier, which maintains a portion of the trail that bisects the area and the city's limits.[1]

The trail is used by bicyclists participating in the annual Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic as they ride from Yelm to Tenino.[4]

See also

References
  1. Nisqually Valley News staff (November 16, 2021). "Yelm-Tenino Trail Gets New Name to Recognize Rainier". Nisqually Valley News. The Chronicle. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
  2. "Washington State Tour Planning and Bicycling Maps". Collection of maps and resources. WSDOT. 2006. Archived from the original (Web and PDF) on 2007-08-06. Retrieved 2007-07-03.
  3. Pender, Jerica (12 November 2021). "Day Trip Biking Yelm-Rainier Tenino-Trail-Scenic Take a Day Trip for a Family Bike Ride Along the Yelm-Rainier-Tenino Trail". Thurston Talk. Retrieved 11 September 2022.
  4. 2010 Route Map. Group Health Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic. Page 13. Accessed on July 9, 2010.

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