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In partnership with Facet Landscape Architects and the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance, the City’s Parks and Recreation Department is exploring ways to restore and reimagine the Cedar River Natural Area as a welcoming, active, and ecologically resilient space that serves the entire community.
We’re Moving into the Next Project Phase
With site assessments complete, the project is entering the early community engagement phase!
Come meet the project team to:
Share your ideas and priorities
Ask questions about the project
Learn how we’ll balance forest restoration with expanded recreation opportunities
Wednesday, November 5 | 7–8:30 PM Renton Community Center – 1715 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton
Saturday, November 8 | 9–11:30 AM Cedar River Trailhead – 1500 Houser Way S, Renton
Can’t make it in person? An online surveyis available so you can share feedback.
Project Goals
Reconnect people with the forest through mountain biking and multi-use trails
Create an all-level bike skills course for inclusive outdoor play
Restore and enhance natural habitats
Improve safety and reduce illegal activity
Promote recreation that welcomes the entire Renton community
Stay Involved
Subscribe to this page to receive updates about upcoming events, surveys, and the project’s next steps.
In partnership with Facet Landscape Architects and the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance, the City’s Parks and Recreation Department is exploring ways to restore and reimagine the Cedar River Natural Area as a welcoming, active, and ecologically resilient space that serves the entire community.
We’re Moving into the Next Project Phase
With site assessments complete, the project is entering the early community engagement phase!
Come meet the project team to:
Share your ideas and priorities
Ask questions about the project
Learn how we’ll balance forest restoration with expanded recreation opportunities
Wednesday, November 5 | 7–8:30 PM Renton Community Center – 1715 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton
Saturday, November 8 | 9–11:30 AM Cedar River Trailhead – 1500 Houser Way S, Renton
Can’t make it in person? An online surveyis available so you can share feedback.
Project Goals
Reconnect people with the forest through mountain biking and multi-use trails
Create an all-level bike skills course for inclusive outdoor play
Restore and enhance natural habitats
Improve safety and reduce illegal activity
Promote recreation that welcomes the entire Renton community
Stay Involved
Subscribe to this page to receive updates about upcoming events, surveys, and the project’s next steps.
The City of Renton is exploring ways to restore and activate the Cedar River Natural Area for community use. This 300-acre site is part of Renton’s network of Natural Areas, which focus on habitat restoration, passive recreation, and access to nature. We’d love your input on how this area can best serve both people and the environment.
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