FAQs

The City of Renton strives to provide residents access to developed parks and trails within a ten-minute walk (1/2) mile from home. Research shows this is the distance most pedestrians are willing to walk to reach a destination and is an emerging national standard. Located in the north end of the East Plateau planning area, this park site has remained undeveloped for many years and is located in a residential area that currently does not have access to a park within a 10-minute walk. To fill this so called “service gap”, developing a park in this location is identified as a high priority in the Renton Parks, Recreation and Natural Areas Plan. This location is also identified in the Renton Trails and Bicycle Master Plan due to its local and regional significance for future trail connections.

A park master plan is a comprehensive and strategic document that outlines the vision, goals, priorities and recommendations for the development, management, and enhancement of a future park. Specifically, this park master plan will consider the existing landscape features and incorporate community feedback to create a design for the future park and a roadmap for implementation through design and construction.  

We recommend avoiding the site at this time. The area is largely undeveloped and lacks essential infrastructure for visitor safety and enjoyment. Anyone who does visit the property is advised to respect the posted closures and signage, be considerate of adjacent private property, and avoid bears, cougars, and other wildlife that frequently travel through the area. We appreciate your cooperation as we plan and prepare for the future development of the site.