Vancouver Walking Club, PO Box 2121, Vancouver WA 98668-2121
2025 Group Walking Schedule
Scheduling provided by the Vancouver USA Volkssporters
Note:
- Walk times vary depending on weather conditions, so please note the walk times below
- Walks begin right at the start time so arrive early to sign-in, use the restroom, etc.
- Walks are cancelled if there is snow or ice on the sidewalks or the temperature is expected to be greater than 85 degrees during the walk. We normally email the list when this happens.
- The "Details/OSB" link for each walk may be used to get more information about the walk and allows you to sign-in via the online start box for that walk if one exists.
Meetup Connection
For up to the minute walk updates go to https://www.meetup.com/Walking-Oregon-and-SW-Washington
We encourage you to take pictures. Send the pictures to vusav88@gmail.com for posting on the website. Thank you!
Scheduled dates are listed as follows:
MAY 3 @ 9:00 TO 11:30 AM (SATURDAY)
BOW, WA
Christ Church, 11507 Scott Road
Samish Island Walk – Event
- Walk on a combination of rural county roads and groomed trails on beautiful Samish Island.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the Salish Sea, San Juan Islands, and scenic Mt Baker.
- 5 & 10 km rated 1B (Easy)
MAY 4 @ TIME VARIES (SUNDAY)
SPOKANE, WA
All participants must register for Bloomsday 49 and abide by the requirements of the Bloomsday Association.
Registration available from 24 April to May 4th online.
Do not include AVA registration fees with the Bloomsday fees.
AVA Registration during same time period at
Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W Main Ave
Bloomsday 49 – (Event)
- Join the thousands of walkers/runners competing in this 12 K in-person event.
- OSB is available and is idea for those participating virtually and out of area.
- The Bloomsday route begins on Riverside and ends on the Monroe Street Bridge.
- Bib color determines where and when to line up in the staging area.
- Parking away from the downtown is available with shuttle busses for a small fee.
- 12 km rated 2A (moderate)
MAY 6 @ 5:45 TO 5:55 PM (TUESDAY)
TUMWATER, WA
6530 Capitol Blvd SE, Park on Dennis Street near Dairy Queen South Tumwater Walk – (TGW)
- Walk around south Tumwater passing some interesting statues, through neighborhoods and around state buildings.
- The 10k continues to the west side of I-5 and back over the pedestrian bridge over I-5.
- 5 and 10 km, rated 1B (easy)
MAY 7 @ 9:40 TO 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
PORTLAND, OR
Safeway Parking Lot, 4515 SE Woodstock
Reed College Walk – YRE 1192
- The walk features the lovely Eastmoreland residential area, several city parks, and the Reed College Campus.
- The walk has a one km addition into the Crystal Springs Rhododendron Gardens.
- A fee is charged to enter the Gardens.
- The group walk will not enter the Gardens.
- 5 rated 1A and 10 km rated 1B (easy)
MAY 10 @ 9:00 to 10:00 (SATURDAY)
KENT, WA
Van Doren's Landing Park, 21901 Russell Road
Walking the Green River Trail – (TGW)
- The route will circle Van Doren's Landing Park and enter the paved asphalt path of the Green River Trail going north.
- The 6K will turn around at Three Friends Fishing Hole Park while the 10K will continue to Briscoe Park
- 6 and 10 km rated 1B (easy)
MAY 13 @ 8:30 to 9:30 AM (TUESDAY)
ST PAUL, OREGON
Champoeg Park Visitor Center, 8239 Champoeg Rd NE
Historic Champoeg Park Walk – (EVENT)
- Walk along the Willamette River and through the Historic Township that was destroyed by the flood of 1861.
- Lots to offer here with its great Visitor Center and garden area.
- $10 fee or Oregon Pass required.
- Group walks at 9:30 am
- 5 and 11 km rated 1B (easy)
MAY 14 @ 9:40 to 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
VANCOUVER, WA
Fred Meyer Parking Lot (Middle Outside entrance), 800 NE Tenney Road
Whipple Creek Walk – YRE 157
- Enjoy a stroll through pleasant neighborhoods and parks in the northern Vancouver area across bridge over Whipple Creek.
- 5 and 10 km rated 1A (easy)
MAY 17 @ 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (SATURDAY)
SEATTLE, WA
Holiday Bridge Park/Senior Living, 3204 SW Morgan St.
BEE FESTIVAL WALK – EVENT
- Beautiful walk with sweeping views from the highest point in Seattle.
- After your walk, enjoy the Bee Festival with music, games, and a tour.
- 5 and 10 km rated 2A (moderate)
MAY 20 @ 5:45 to 6:00 PM (TUESDAY)
ROCHESTER, WA
Scatter Creek Wildlife Area North Unit,17100 Case Rd SW
Scatter Creek Wildlife Area Walk – (TGW)
- Walk on the Scatter Creek Prairie on dirt trails and gravel road.
- Enjoy views of Mt. Rainier and wild flowers
- 5 and 10 km – rated 1B (easy)
MAY 20 @ 9:45 TO 10:00 AM (TUESDAY)
CORVALLIS, OR
Village Green Park. 625 Conifer Blvd
Wetlands Walk – (TGW)
- Walk in park and wetland areas
- 5 and 10 km rated 1A (easy)
MAY 21 @ 9:40 TO 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
LAKE OSWEGO, OR
Safeway, 401 “A” St.
Use street parking. Do not park in Safeway’s parking lot
Gallery without Walls Walk – YRE 1609
- Gallery without Walls is an outdoor exhibit of over 75 permanent and loaned works of art in Lake Oswego.
- The 10 km also goes into Tryon Creek State Natural Area
- 5 and 10 km rated 2B (moderate)
MAY 23 - MAY 26 @ 8:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
PORT TOWNSEND, WA
Haines Place Park and Ride, 440 12th St.
Triangle of Fire Walks - ( 3 EVENTS)
For all three walks, registration will be at Haines Place Park and Ride
Fort Flagler Walk –
- Can walk this walk at anytime but this is the featured group walk Friday at 10:00.
- Meet at Ft. Flagler State Park at the parking area just past the parade grounds (intersection of Flagler & Wansboro roads).
- Remote walk -about 20 miles from the start.
- Walk in Marrowstone Island and Ft Flagler with beautiful views and waterfronts
- 5 and 10 km rated 1B (easy)
Fort Worden Walk-
- You can walk this walk at anytime but this is the featured group walk Saturday at 10:00.
- Walkers will take a free bus or club shuttle to the start point by Ft. Worden.
- Discovery Pass required to park at state park.
- Explore the fascinating history of Ft Worden with views, waterfront and historic battlements.
- 5 and 10 km rated 2B (moderate)
Fort Casey Walk –
- You can walk this walk at anytime but it is the featured walk for Sunday at 10:00.
- 6km Ft. Casey walkers will take a free Jefferson Transit bus to the ferry dock (or club shuttle on Sunday & Monday).
- Restrooms available at the start and along the route.
- Ferry roundtrip tickets to Whidbey Island are $8.50
- (Seniors 65+ - $4.20)
MAY 28 @ 9:40 TO 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
TROUTDALE, OR
Starting Point for this day is changed to -
Home Depot, 25101 SE Stark, (Meet in parking lot near Burger King)
Walt Morey Group Walk – YRE 1482
- A neighborhood walk through several small parks and a pioneer cemetery.
- 5 km &10 km – rated 1B (easy)
MAY 29 @ 9:45 TO 10:00 AM (THURSDAY)
DAYTON, OR
Courthouse City Park, SW corner of 4th St & Main
New Pedestrian Bridge Walk – (TGW)
- Walk in this small charming historic town and experience the unique Vintages Trailer Resort after crossing the new pedestrian bridge.
- 6 and 10 km Rated 1A (Easy)
MAY 31 @ 9:00 TO 10:30 AM (SATURDAY)
CASCADE LOCKS, OR
Start at the corner of Wa Na Pa St and School Road
Cascade Locks Quilt Walk – (TGW)
- Walk to and through Marine Park, passing the Visitor Center and the Sacajawea statue, to and on Thunder Island.
- Back through Marine Park and into the town of Cascade Locks passing some buildings with quilt murals on them.
- 5km rated 1a (easy), 10 km rated 2A (moderate)
MAY 31 @ 8:45 AM TO 9:30 AM (SATURDAY)
REDMOND, WA
Marymoor Village Garage, 17301 NE 70th St
Marymoor Village Station Walk – (EVENT)
- Start at the new Marymoor Village Station (opening May 10) and walk on the paved East Lake Sammamish, Marymoor Connector Trails.
- The 10k will also enjoy time on the woodsy trails of Marymoor Park.
- 5 km &10 km – rated 1B (easy)
JUN 4 @ 9:40 TO 9:55 AM (WEDNESDAY)
PORTLAND, OR
The start for this walk is changed on this day only to
Cedar Hills Park, 2300 SW Cedar Hills Blvd.
Commonwealth Lake Walk – YRE 1436
- Walk through neighborhoods, local parks, around Commonwealth Lake, and a short trail along a quiet waterway and park
- 5km rated 1B 9easy) and 10 km 2B (moderate)
This website uses cookies.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.