Construction continues along key sections of the Eastrail in Kirkland, with several active projects aimed at improving connections and safety. Here’s what to expect along the trail this fall: Short-Term Closure Near South Kirkland Park and Ride At the south end of Kirkland, near the Park and Ride, a short-term full trail closure was in […]

Eastrail Partners wrapped up summer with our second annual fundraiser celebration in Bellevue this September, bringing together community leaders, trail users, artists, and local businesses to celebrate our progress on the Eastrail, and support our mission to make it for everyone, every day. More than 100 trail champions joined us at Amazon’s Bellevue offices, where […]

Redmond just completed its final stretch of the Central Connector—and it’s a big deal for the Eastrail. The 1.6-mile paved trail segment now links Downtown Redmond directly to Kirkland and Woodinville at 124th, and connects seamlessly to the Bear Creek Trail Bridge and East Lake Sammamish Trail. That means you can now ride from Issaquah […]

For the third year running, Eastrail Partners was thrilled to bring some serious summer vibes to the trail in Kirkland with our free concert series at Feriton Spur Park. Thanks to the generous support of SRM Development and the Kirkland Community Foundation, we hosted four unforgettable performances—featuring everything from classic rock to spoken word to […]

Summer is in full swing on the Eastrail, and you may have noticed a few construction projects that are adding new trail sections and safer crossings across the trail network. Check out the updates below on three current projects in Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond: Redmond Central Connector Nears Completion City of Redmond is getting ready […]

Ballots for the August 5 election are being mailed next week—and they include the renewal of the King County Parks Levy (King County Prop 1), which funds 85% of King County Parks’ maintenance and operations.  A YES vote on King County Proposition 1 is a vote to continue building the Eastrail and our regional trail network! […]

With summer concert season in full swing, lots of trail users might be thinking about how they can bike, walk, or roll down the Eastrail to their favorite outdoor music venue. Using regional trails like the Eastrail is a great way to get outside, save some money, and avoid the summer traffic. Below are some […]

Eastrail Partners, in collaboration with BelRed Arts District, was excited to host trail enthusiasts, elected officials, artists, and community members to its first ever “Eastrail Arts Walk” last Saturday in Bellevue. From Wilburton Station, attendees walked along one of the newest trail segments and heard from artists about their work adorning the trail. Artist Lauren […]

Less than a year after Sound Transit’s 2 Line started service, two new light rail stations are coming to Redmond May 10, 2025. With the Downtown Redmond Station situated directly on the Redmond Central Connector, Eastrail Partners is coordinating a series of bike rides from throughout the regional trail system, all leading to the Downtown […]