THIS IS A REVIEW FOR THE NORTH CREEK TRAIL. IT DOES NOT SHOW UP ON GOOGLE MAPS, SO IM USING THIS LOCATION TO REVIEW IT. MCCOLLUM PARK ITSELF IS VERY BLAND LIKE WHITE BREAD.
I’ve been in this place hundreds of times. It usually does not disappoint.
Now recently over the past year or so this trail has gone unkempt. Sometimes theres garbage near the picnic tables. A lot of the fences are **ing wrecked. This does not make it a bad trail however. It’s a couple miles of stroll-able fine asphalt path which has diverse views such as apartment complexes. But seriously this trail does lead through a nice forest, some apartments, a shopping center and a wetlands boardwalk which is great.
I love this place, it has a special place in my heart. I would quote the song of an open road or whatever by Walt Whitman but I do not remember it.
This trail and Interurban trail are quantumly...
Read moreMcCollum Park is a beautiful park and I wish they would put in a dog park. It would be great for dog owners to have a place for their dogs to run free and socialize in an enclosed space. It's a shame McCollum Park public pool is permanently closed. Sad there is no longer a community pool in that general area for people to enjoy and stay cool during heatwaves in the summer or to swim laps. It definitely downgrades the quality of life for most people in that area. Snohomish County is one of the richest counties in the state. It should easily be able to afford to keep it open or at the very least not let it...
Read moreA great place for family, friends or just some much needed self care. Wandering slow to enjoy the Creek's flow or fantastic for: jogs, walking dogs, or hopping logs.
This gem is certainly a beauty to behold even in inclimate weather with healthy forest, extremely beautiful flora and fauna!
If you're feeling like a treasure hunt, this is a popular place to score and share awesome inspiration rocks!
If you're done exploring the trail, the attached park or garden are equally as fulfilling picnics on benches, or imaginitive play across the jungle gym.
The only drawback is the lack of...
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