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The Grand Junction
Description: Located at the Southern tip of Edmond Marsh between the Historic
Village, Bell Hill and Edmond Marsh, this area of DuPont known as The Grand Junction is
the junction point of five trails. Based on the image shown above clockwise: Ross Trail S.
(Historic Loop Trail), DuPont Railroad Trail W., Ross Trail N. to Girl Scout Council HQ,
Bell Marsh Trail NE., DuPont Railroad Trail E. You can get to this area the quickest by
parking on DuPont Ave in the Historic Village at the North end of the street. Look
for the natural steps leading down to Ross Trail. There is also a trail without
steps located a few feet East of the steps that can get you there too. Download Trail Map
Historic Village Loop
Distance: 2.7 miles
Trail Type: Dirt and gravel trail with some paved areas
Description: The largest trail in town is actually a mix of trails in the natural
area that buffers the Historic Village and Northwest Landing. Part of the trail that is
located at the end of Barksdale and runs behind Haskell is dedicated to Wilbur Ross, a
DuPont resident, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. The trail provides
connections to other trails that connect with Lake Sellers and to Bell Marsh. Parts of the
trail are also paved. This trail also connects with The Grand Junction. Download
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DuPont Railroad Trail
Distance: 2.2 miles
Trail Type: Dirt and gravel
Description: Starts at Wilmington Drive, then goes through Historic Village and
North straight through Edmond Marsh then West behind the South side of Edmond Village. This
historic trail was the old railroad line that was used by the DuPont Company for the
transportaion of workers from the Company Town to the Powderworks. At the Northwestern end
of the trail there's a paved trail that goes South to become the Edmond Village/Palisades
Village Connector Trail. This trail also connects with The Grand Junction. The trail could
also be covered during very heavy rain periods or flooding. Download
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Bell Marsh Trail
Distance: about 1.5 miles
Trail Type: Dirt and gravel plus areas of paved trail
Description: Connection trail between DuPont-Steliacoom Road and The Grand
Junction. This access road trail is great for mountain bikes, hiking, and cross-country
running. There is no parking at either end of the trail so you would need to access this
trail from the street or within the city limits of DuPont. Download
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Wilbur Ross Trail
Distance: about .5 miles
Trail Type: Dirt and gravel trail
Description: Named after DuPont, WA resident and Congressional Medal of Honor
winner Wilbur Ross, this majestic and scenic trail loops around the Historic Village of
DuPont. Large trees and shrubery along with long open straightaways, small inclines, and
rugged terrain at times makes this trail a favorite for everyone. Bring your camera with
you because as there are lots of wildlife along the trail including numerous birds and
deer.Download
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Edmond Village/Bell Hill Connector Trail
Distance: about .5 miles
Trail Type: Dirt and gravel trail
Description: Located at the East end of Edmond Village, this trail winds through
the Eastern portion of Edmond Marsh which will then connect with Wilbur Ross Trail at the
back of the Girl Scout Headquarters. Download
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Center Drive Trail
Distance: 1.9 miles
Trail Type: Paved trail
Description: This paved trail on both sides of Center Drive serves as a major route
for pedestrians and bikers in the city. It connects with many of the other trail heads
throughout town so you can go from paved surfaces to wooden improved trails quickly. This
trail has areas of small inclines and weaves through majestic evergreen trees over 100
feet high. Great for walking, jogging, running, biking, rollerblading, etc. Download
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Yehle Village/Palisades Village Connector Trail
Distance: .7 miles
Trail Type: Paved trail
Description: A great stretch of paved trail that buffers up against The Home Course
Golf Course that is great for jogging, running, biking, rollerblading or skateboarding.
Start at Center Drive to connect with McNeil Street, turn left to head towards Yehle
Village or right to go to Hoffman Hill. Download
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DuPont Powderworks Park Trails
Distance: Assorted sizes
Trail Type: Paved trails
Description: These trails are located primarily inside the DuPont Powderworks Park
area and adjacent housing areas in Yehle Village. They are great nature trails with plenty
of trees and brush that intertwine throughout the park and neighboring areas. Great for
walking, jogging, running, biking, rollerblading, etc. Download
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McNeil Street Trail
Distance: 1.8 miles
Trail Type: Paved trail
Description: The largest paved trail in all of DuPont offering views of Mount
Rainier, the Puget Sound and The Home Course Golf Course that connects the top of Hoffman
Hill to DuPont Station. The trail is very wide so it can accomidate walkers, joggers,
runners, bikes, skaters, etc. Since this trail weaves through residental areas, be aware
of street crossings. As you reach the corner of McNeil Street and Ridgeview, the remainder
of the paved trail is all uphill which would challenge even the toughest riders. Download
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Hoffman Hill Loop Trail
Distance: 1.6 miles
Trail Type: Wooded trail
Description: These trails surround the outer areas of housing in Hoffman Hill. The
trails are wooden and gravel at some points. The trails located along the cliffside have
minor views of the Puget Sound and steep cliffs. The trails located on the Eastside of
Hoffman Hill are natural areas buffered adjacent to housing. These are some great hiking,
walking, terrain bike riding, and exploring. Download
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Wilkes Observatory Trail
Distance: 1.5 miles
Trail Type: Wooded, rocky, and improved trail
Description: Ready for adventure? This trail has everything! The trail starts and
the corner of Ridgeview Drive and McNeil Street where you will walk down a paved path
located along the sidewalk and then turn left towards the Puget Sound. The trail starts of
easy as it takes you back in to the wooded area along the fenceline of The Home Course
Golf Course. Stay along the fenceline as you turn right and proceed down and then up a
steep rocky path. The rest of the trail out to Wilkes Observatory is a trail mixed with
gravel and dirt. On great weather days you'll enjoy the majestic views of the Puget Sound
while walking past the natural landscape filled with large trees and brush. Be mindful of
the areas along the path that come close to the cliffside! You've reached the end of the
trail when you see the white marker for Wilkes Observatory. Download Trail Map
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