The loop mapped here mixes singletrack trails with forest roads. Overall, this trail run is very mellow and non-technical. At 11 miles long, it may be a touch too long for some runners, but with many connector trails crossing the loop, it's easy to shorten this loop dramatically… or extend it, for that matter.

Over the course of your run, you’ll likely see open areas and evidence of logging in this working forest. In other areas, you’ll find yourself in a deep, dark PNW rain forest that feels dramatically removed from the city, even though you’re just a few miles from downtown Seattle.

The trail system at Taylor Mountain is a multi-use trail network, meaning that you can expect to encounter mountain bikers and equestrians in addition to other runners and hikers. Since Taylor Mountain is so close to Seattle, the trails can get crowded, especially on the weekends. Be sure to practice proper trail yielding—all other trail users are supposed to yield to equestrians

Sources: https://www.kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/trails/backcountry-trails/taylor-mtn.aspx