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Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park

Kid-friendly · Sports Facility · Forest · Wetland

4.9 (221 ratings)

Discover the natural beauty of Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park in Newcastle, a sprawling 3333.6-acre park offering a variety of trails and routes that cater to both walkers and runners. ...

Discover the natural beauty of Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park in Newcastle, a sprawling 3333.6-acre park offering a variety of trails and routes that cater to both walkers and runners. With a diverse network of trails ranging from easy strolls to challenging treks, the park provides the ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to engage in walking or running activities. Whether you're a casual walker looking for a leisurely stroll or a seasoned runner in search of a demanding trail, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park has something for everyone. As you explore the park, you'll encounter an array of well-maintained trails, including the popular Coal Creek Falls Trail, Bypass Trail, Long View Peak Trail, and Indian Trail, among many others. These trails offer varying lengths and difficulty levels, ensuring that individuals of all fitness levels can find a suitable route to meet their walking or running preferences. Whether you're aiming for a brisk walk or a vigorous run, the park's diverse trail options allow you to customize your outdoor experience based on your desired activity intensity and duration. For walkers and runners seeking comprehensive information about the park's routes and trail options, the Pacer Pedometer app provides valuable insights and detailed maps, allowing you to plan and navigate your outdoor adventures with ease. Whether you're embarking on a solo walk or a group run, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park in Newcastle is the ideal destination for individuals looking to immerse themselves in nature while engaging in invigorating walking and running activities.

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Walking and Running in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park

Nestled in the beautiful city of Newcastle, the Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park offers a picturesque setting for walking and running enthusiasts. With its array of essential amenities including multiple parking lots, restrooms, leisure playgrounds, and wheelchair-friendly facilities, the park is well-equipped to cater to the needs of walkers and ...

Nestled in the beautiful city of Newcastle, the Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park offers a picturesque setting for walking and running enthusiasts. With its array of essential amenities including multiple parking lots, restrooms, leisure playgrounds, and wheelchair-friendly facilities, the park is well-equipped to cater to the needs of walkers and runners. The park also boasts sports facilities such as horse riding and bike paths, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activity. For those seeking accessibility, the park offers wheelchair-friendly amenities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings. Additionally, visitors can marvel at the stunning viewpoints, including Far Country Lookout and Million Dollar View Pergola Viewpoint, as well as the captivating attractions like Fantastic Erratic and Coal Creek Falls. With its diverse offerings and natural allure, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is a haven for individuals looking to immerse themselves in a fulfilling walking or running experience.

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Essential Amenities
Playground
Picnic Site
Wheelchair friendly
Restroom
Parking lot
Sport Facilities
Bike path
Horse riding
Accessibility
Wheelchair friendly
Things to See
Attraction

Fantastic Erratic

Viewpoint

Far Country Lookout

Viewpoint

Million Dollar View Pergola Viewpoint

Viewpoint

Far Country Falls Viewpoint

Viewpoint

Doughty Falls Viewpoint

Viewpoint

Coal Creek Falls

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Shelter

Bicycle parking

Best Walking Routes in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
#1 - Long View Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 47m
#2 - Coal Creek Falls Trail
(5 reviews)
Length: 2.9 milesEst. Time: 49m
#3 - Red Town Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
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Reviews of Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
4.9/5
221 ratings
Linda2021/08/10
5

Nice hike through old growth forest. Waterfall was dry at this time. Easy hike

ericahmeade2024/10/04
5
Jack2024/09/15
5
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Nearby Parks
Gleneagles Garden Park
Deer Run park
Harvey Manning Park
Lewis Creek Park
SE 63rd Greenbelt South
Cougar/Squak Corridor
Lakemont Highlands Park
Lakemont Community Park
China Creek Open Space
FAQs about Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
Where is the best place to walk in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
The best place to walk in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is the Coal Creek Falls Trail. This trail is 2.9 miles long and offers beautiful views of the waterfall. It has a rating of 4.5 and has received 5 reviews from the Pacer community.
How many routes are in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
There are a total of 86 routes in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, offering a wide variety of options for walkers and runners to explore and enjoy.
Which is the longest route in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
The longest route in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is the Newcastle Trail to Cougar Mountain, which is 2.9 miles long and estimated to take 1 hour to complete.
Are there facilities or amenities for walkers/runners in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
Yes, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park provides essential amenities such as parking lots, restrooms, wheelchair-friendly areas, and picnic sites, making it convenient for walkers and runners to access the park.
How accessible is Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is wheelchair-friendly, ensuring accessibility for all visitors, including walkers and runners with mobility needs.
What kind of sports can I do in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
In addition to walking and running, visitors to Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park can also enjoy horse riding and bike paths, offering a variety of outdoor activities for sports enthusiasts.
What is the best season to walk in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
The best season to walk in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is typically spring or summer when the weather is milder and the trails are less muddy.
What are the typical weather conditions to prepare for in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
Visitors to Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park should prepare for a variety of weather conditions, including rain and fog, especially during the fall and winter months. It's important to dress in layers and bring waterproof gear.
What kind of wildlife might you encounter in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park?
In Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, visitors might encounter wildlife such as deer, coyotes, owls, and various bird species. It's important to be aware of your surroundings and respect the natural habitat of these animals while enjoying the trails.
Best Walking Routes in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
#1 - Long View Peak Trail
4.5 (1 review)
Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 47m
#2 - Coal Creek Falls Trail
4.5 (5 reviews)
Length: 2.9 milesEst. Time: 49m
#3 - Red Town Trail
4.5 (1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
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Nearby Parks
Gleneagles Garden Park
Deer Run park
Harvey Manning Park
Lewis Creek Park
SE 63rd Greenbelt South
Cougar/Squak Corridor
Lakemont Highlands Park
Lakemont Community Park
China Creek Open Space
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Best Walking Routes in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
#1- Long View Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 47m
#2- Coal Creek Falls Trail
(5 reviews)
Length: 2.9 milesEst. Time: 49m
#3- Red Town Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#4- Big Tree Ridge Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 15m
#5- From Leo Wall Trail
(1 review)
Length: 3.2 milesEst. Time: 54m
#6- Bypass Trail
(1 review)
Length: 4.1 milesEst. Time: 1h4m
#7- Coal Creek Falls Trail
(2 reviews)
Length: 7.7 milesEst. Time: 2h31m
#8- Fred's Railroad Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m
#9- Indian Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 21m
#10- Gombu Wilderness Cliffs Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 20m
#11- Harvey Manning Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#12- Marshall's Hill Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 20m
#13- Nike Horse Trail
(3 reviews)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#14- Pergola Viewpoint
(1 review)
Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 46m
#15- Bypass Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#16- Radio Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#17- Mine Shaft Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#18- Viewpoint #2 Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 6m
#19- Red Town Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#20- China Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 4m
#21- Cougar Pass Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 4m
#22- De Leo Wall Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 18m
#23- Sky Country Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 6m
#24- Sky Country Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 6m
#25- Quarry Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1 milesEst. Time: 17m
#26- Old Man's Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 4m
#27- Precipice Top Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#28- Mine Shaft Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#29- Long View Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 6m
#30- Goode's Corner Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 2m
#31- Coyote Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 19m
#32- Surprise Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 19m
#33- Far Country Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#34- Fred's Railroad Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m
#35- Long View Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 6m
#36- Lost Beagle Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m
#37- Wilderness Cliffs Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 20m
#38- West Tibbetts Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#39- Leo's Wall Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 18m
#40- West Tibbett's Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#41- Military Road Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m
#42- Coal Creek Falls Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#43- Squak Mountain Connector Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m
#44- Radio Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#45- Little Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#46- Bagley Seam Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.1 milesEst. Time: 2m
#47- Lost Beagle Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m
#48- Wildside Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 19m
#49- Protector Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#50- Protector Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#51- Steam Hoist Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#52- Ring Road Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#53- Cave Hole Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 21m
#54- Deceiver Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 18m
#55- Bear Ridge Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.5 milesEst. Time: 26m
#56- Cave Hole Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.2 milesEst. Time: 21m
#57- Precipice Top Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#58- Klondike Swamp Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 14m
#59- Rainbow Town Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#60- Squak Mountain Connector Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.6 milesEst. Time: 10m
#61- Klondike Swamp Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 14m
#62- East Fork Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#63- Far Country Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#64- Ring Road Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.4 milesEst. Time: 7m
#65- Red Town Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#66- Coal Creek Falls Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 12m
#67- Deceiver Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.1 milesEst. Time: 18m
#68- Highlands Trail
(1 review)
Length: 2.7 milesEst. Time: 46m
#69- Clay Pit Road
(1 review)
Length: 1 milesEst. Time: 16m
#70- Red Cedars Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#71- Tibbetts Marsh Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 16m
#72- Shy Bear Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.7 milesEst. Time: 29m
#73- Old Man's Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 4m
#74- Licorice Fern Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.3 milesEst. Time: 22m
#75- No Name Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#76- Rainbow Town Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 5m
#77- Military Road Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.7 milesEst. Time: 11m
#78- Cougar Pass Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.3 milesEst. Time: 4m
#79- Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.9 milesEst. Time: 33m
#80- Military Ridge Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.5 milesEst. Time: 8m
#81- Wilderness Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.1 milesEst. Time: 2m
#82- Military Ridge Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.5 milesEst. Time: 8m
#83- Red Town Creek Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#84- Steam Hoist Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.2 milesEst. Time: 3m
#85- Bagley Seam Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.1 milesEst. Time: 2m
#86- Tibbett's Marsh Trail
(1 review)
Length: 0.9 milesEst. Time: 16m
#87- Bear Ridge Trail
(1 review)
Length: 1.5 milesEst. Time: 26m
Reviews of Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park
Linda2021/08/10
5

Nice hike through old growth forest. Waterfall was dry at this time. Easy hike

ericahmeade2024/10/04
5
Jack2024/09/15
5
tanyahanaen52024/09/15
5
安心2024/08/28
5
Jadyn2024/07/29
4
Sean2024/07/21
5
Yuko2024/07/14
5
Lisa B2024/06/23
5
Lisa B2024/05/25
5
Brian2024/04/13
5
Brian2024/01/06
5
Delfina Figueroa2023/01/01
5
阿白2022/10/01
5
PacerPal2022/07/18
5
cougar2022/02/20
5
Steve2022/02/06
5
Steve2021/11/08
4
frogsmile2021/03/17
5
Robert2020/11/02
5
PacerGal_19842020/09/27
5
Nate2020/08/10
4
4.9/5
221 ratings