close
-
Layers w
- Weather Layers
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
- More Layers
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
- Pro
-
Upgrade to
3D
Trail Conditions
- Unknown
- Snow Groomed
- Snow Packed
- Snow Covered
- Snow Cover Partial
- Freeze/thaw Cycle
- Icy
- Prevalent Mud
- Wet
- Variable
- Ideal
- Dry
- Very Dry
Trail Flow (Ridden Direction)
Trailforks scans users ridelogs to determine the most popular direction each trail is ridden. A good flowing trail network will have most trails flowing in a single direction according to their intension.
The colour categories are based on what percentage of riders are riding a trail in its intended direction.
The colour categories are based on what percentage of riders are riding a trail in its intended direction.
- > 96%
- > 90%
- > 80%
- > 70%
- > 50%
- < 50%
- bi-directional trail
- no data
Trail Last Ridden
Trailforks scans ridelogs to determine the last time a trail was ridden.
- < 2 days
- < 1 week
- < 2 weeks
- < 1 month
- < 6 months
- > 6 months
Trail Ridden Direction
The intended direction a trail should be ridden.
- Downhill Only
- Downhill Primary
- Both Directions
- Uphill Primary
- Uphill Only
- One Direction
Contribute Details
Colors indicate trail is missing specified detail.
- Description
- Photos
- Description & Photos
- Videos
Trail Popularity ?
Trailforks scans ridelogs to determine which trails are ridden the most in the last 9 months.
Trails are compared with nearby trails in the same city region with a possible 25 colour shades.
Think of this as a heatmap, more rides = more kinetic energy = warmer colors.
- most popular
- popular
- less popular
- not popular
ATV/ORV/OHV Filter
Max Vehicle Width
inches
US Cell Coverage
Legend
Radar Time
Activity Recordings
Trailforks uses anonymized public activity data.
?
Activity Recordings
Trailforks uses anonymized public activity data.
?
Personal Heatmap
▶
Activity Types
all
/
none
▶
Options
2
Date range
month
–
Winter Trails
Warning
A routing network for winter maps does not exist. Selecting trails using the winter trails layer has been disabled.
Missing Trails
Most Popular
Least Popular
Trails are colored based on popularity. The more popular a trail is, the more red. Less popular trails trend towards green.
Jump Magnitude Heatmap
Heatmap of where riders jump on trails. Zoom in to see individual jumps, click circles to view jump details.
BC Backroad Status
![map legend]()
Service Road Atlas is a free to use, community-driven service for viewing and creating reports on the numerous back-country service roads around B.C. and Alberta.
Slope Aspect
Direction the slope faces
Trails Deemphasized
Trails are shown in grey.
Only show trails with no bike usage.
Suggested Layers
Based on selected activity type
Save the current map location and zoom level as your default home location whenever this page is loaded.
SaveConsists of two Washington State Parks ... McGarvey Park to the north (400 acres) and Spring Lake / Lake Desire Park to the south (390 acres). Trails are multi-use and have not been verified via GPS tracks for bicycles but county websites and King County recreation maps show areas open to multiple uses.
Description Update: 7/23/17 - Conducted a recon of the area and most of the trails. First, parking at the trail head is very limited (5-6 cars max). The trails are for the most part 'buff' with occasional easy-intermediate features. They wind mostly through deeply wooded forest with moderately strenuous climbs and long, fast downhills. I did not run across any significant jump or drop features on these trails. I did run across one other biker, but clearly this is not a biking destination for most. It has fantastic potential but access is problematic.
Warnings: 1.) Most corners are flat with very few having berms. 2.) People: on a beautiful sunny weekend, my ride was 'interrupted' six times with dogs and hikers over a period of four hours. Not too bad but deserves caution. 3.) Trails are two-way, multi-use (no motorized vehicles). 4.) The trail to Echo Peak (Cedar Mt.) is off limits to biking, but worth the short hike separately.
Trail ratings: 1.) The vast majority of the trail system would be considered green circle (easy) for technical, with a two-star grunt rating for climbing. Of course once at the top, letting go of the brakes will turn any green-circle trail into a bullet-fast exercise in downhill control. Remember the people coming up those same trails The exceptions to the flat trail surface that is predominate in this area is McGarvey trail which is a fun, flowy intermediate tech trail, and some unmarked trails by the powerlines which dive over precipitous cliffs (watch for badly eroded trail bed here). I also understand there is an unmarked black diamond trail descending from the top of Cedar Mt. that I need to recon next time out.
Scenic views: 1.) Mt. Rainer, Lake Views, Forest Canopy, Sweeping powerline views
Description Update: 7/23/17 - Conducted a recon of the area and most of the trails. First, parking at the trail head is very limited (5-6 cars max). The trails are for the most part 'buff' with occasional easy-intermediate features. They wind mostly through deeply wooded forest with moderately strenuous climbs and long, fast downhills. I did not run across any significant jump or drop features on these trails. I did run across one other biker, but clearly this is not a biking destination for most. It has fantastic potential but access is problematic.
Warnings: 1.) Most corners are flat with very few having berms. 2.) People: on a beautiful sunny weekend, my ride was 'interrupted' six times with dogs and hikers over a period of four hours. Not too bad but deserves caution. 3.) Trails are two-way, multi-use (no motorized vehicles). 4.) The trail to Echo Peak (Cedar Mt.) is off limits to biking, but worth the short hike separately.
Trail ratings: 1.) The vast majority of the trail system would be considered green circle (easy) for technical, with a two-star grunt rating for climbing. Of course once at the top, letting go of the brakes will turn any green-circle trail into a bullet-fast exercise in downhill control. Remember the people coming up those same trails The exceptions to the flat trail surface that is predominate in this area is McGarvey trail which is a fun, flowy intermediate tech trail, and some unmarked trails by the powerlines which dive over precipitous cliffs (watch for badly eroded trail bed here). I also understand there is an unmarked black diamond trail descending from the top of Cedar Mt. that I need to recon next time out.
Scenic views: 1.) Mt. Rainer, Lake Views, Forest Canopy, Sweeping powerline views
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
eBikes Allowed:
No
google parking directionsLinks
Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
22 trails
- Hike
24 trails
- Trail Running
24 trails
Region Details
- 3
- 1
- 12
- 4
- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Jan 17, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 23
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 23
- Trails Horse
- 2
- Trails Hike
- 24
- Trails Trail Running
- 24
- Total Distance
- 11 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,174 ft
- Total Vertical
- 392 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 869 ft
- Reports
- 59
- Photos
- 49
- Ridden Counter
- 1,641
Popular Spring Lake/Lake Desire Mountain Biking Trails
• 75 ★ 3.5 • 5,128 ft • 224 ft • 138 •
This is an enjoyable, multi-use trail that has some roots and small berms. It's relatively smooth. No jumps or drops. There are easier climbs out there, but overall it's not too bad. There are some steeper sections, but an intermediate...
• 60 ★ 3.0 • 3,282 ft • 36 ft • 113 •
Pretty much a continuation of with lots of punchy climbs, rollers and flat corners, combined with roots galore, make this a fun and marginally technical stretch of trail.
• 55 ★ 4.0 • 5,010 ft • 137 ft • 95 •
Solid short trail, my favorite in the trail system. Climb trail and turn onto the gravel trail. After 100 feet, it will turn into a short singletrack climb. Follow this trail up and shortly take a left at the fork to continue on to the...
• 35 ★ 3.0 • 2,791 ft • 99 ft • 82 •
is a continuation of with the same type of terrain and technical challenges. Lots of roots and punchy ups and downs define this trail.
• 65 ★ 0.0 • 1,401 ft • 26 ft • 77 •
Takes you from McGarvey over to the trails under the power lines. And to the various unsanctioned trails around the area.
• 60 ★ 3.0 • 1,732 ft • 37 ft • 72 •
Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 876 ft • 0 ft • 63 •
Short connector between the lower section of the Ridge Trails to Trail. A fun down.
Photos of Spring Lake/Lake Desire Mountain Bike
Videos of Spring Lake/Lake Desire Mountain Bike
trail: Ridge Trail
2:44 |
316 |
Nov 6, 2016
trail: Ridge Trail
3:55 |
591 |
Oct 12, 2016
trail: Rabbit
0:56 |
652 |
Oct 9, 2016
trail: Ridge Trail
0:36 |
49 |
Aug 15, 2016
trail: Ridge Trail
0:06 |
210 |
Jul 10, 2016
trail: Powerline
0:43 |
116 |
Oct 16, 2015
trail: Ridge Trail
3:43 |
133 |
Sep 28, 2015
trail: Ridge Trail
4:12 |
1974 |
Mar 13, 2015
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Lakes Loop | Jan 17, 2026 @ 11:48am (America/Los_Angeles) Jan 17, 2026 | Unknown | Tejada2000 | ||
| McGarvey West | Nov 15, 2023 @ 6:27am Nov 15, 2023 | Wet | EricTP5jDC | ||
| McGarvey East | Nov 15, 2023 @ 6:27am Nov 15, 2023 | Wet | EricTP5jDC | ||
| Echo Quarry | Nov 15, 2023 @ 6:27am Nov 15, 2023 | Wet | EricTP5jDC | ||
| Connector | Nov 15, 2023 @ 6:27am Nov 15, 2023 | Wet | EricTP5jDC | ||
| Shady Lake | Nov 15, 2023 @ 6:27am Nov 15, 2023 | Wet | EricTP5jDC | ||
| Powerline Trail | Sep 16, 2023 @ 10:01am Sep 16, 2023 | Very Dry | Jsheattle | ||
| Powerline | Sep 16, 2023 @ 10:01am Sep 16, 2023 | Very Dry | Jsheattle | ||
| Lower Ridge Connector | Apr 30, 2022 @ 11:12am Apr 30, 2022 | Wet | JiuJitsuMike | ||
| Ridge Loop | Apr 30, 2022 @ 11:12am Apr 30, 2022 | Ideal | JiuJitsuMike |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEBXIB | wishlist | trail | activity #97910427 | Jun 27, 2026 @ 9:15am Jun 27, 2026 |
| trailforks | add | video | activity #94909612 | May 17, 2026 @ 9:00am May 17, 2026 |
| ZZXb2l | vote | trail | activity #94389425 | May 9, 2026 @ 5:10pm May 9, 2026 |
| MatthewwVeLjP | wishlist | trail | activity #94364367 | May 9, 2026 @ 11:44am May 9, 2026 |
| MNjwhx | wishlist | trail | activity #88867791 | Feb 13, 2026 @ 10:46pm Feb 13, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Overgrown with salmonberry bushes and down... | Dec 25, 2023 @ 9:06pm Dec 25, 2023 | ||
| trail | This trail is not a trail and should be... | Jul 3, 2021 @ 1:40pm Jul 3, 2021 | ||
| report | I think you rode the wrong trails | Apr 26, 2021 @ 8:28pm Apr 26, 2021 | ||
| report | What do you mean by mute trails? | Apr 1, 2021 @ 8:18am Apr 1, 2021 | ||
| report | Can someone build more* | Oct 15, 2020 @ 3:01pm Oct 15, 2020 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tapeworm | 3 | 5 | 1 | 4.9 km | |
| Cedar Creek Park | 4 | 6 | 5 km | ||
| Taylor Mountain | 11 | 6 km | |||
| May Creek Park | 6.1 km | ||||
| Legacy Park | 16 | 6.1 km |
Local Badges
-
Completionist0 awarded
Local Mountain Biking Directory
-
Tapeworm Trail Crew
![Tapeworm Trail Crew]()
-
Go Huck YourselfBike Shop
![Go Huck Yourself]()
-
Center CycleBike Shop
Local Products
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 22 | 11 miles | 1,942 ft | 5 miles | 344 ft | #8,414 | #3,288 | 36 | 60 | 1,918 | ||
| Horse | 2 | 1 mile | 200 ft | 2,789 ft | 266 ft | 11 | ||||||
| Hike | 24 | 11 miles | 1,965 ft | 5 miles | 394 ft | #3,805 | #1,339 | 12 | 52 | 513 | ||
| Trail Running | 24 | 11 miles | 1,965 ft | 5 miles | 394 ft | #9,950 | #3,657 | 52 | 151 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Spring Lake/Lake Desire
▼
What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire are:
- Ridge Trail (4/5)
- Lake Desire (4/5)
- Echo Quarry (3.9/5)
- Ridge Loop (3.8/5)
- Ravine Trail (3.8/5)
▼
What is the best time of the year to ride in Spring Lake/Lake Desire?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Spring Lake/Lake Desire are:
- July (74 activities)
- August (32 activities)
- April (28 activities)
▼
Where can I park to ride in Spring Lake/Lake Desire?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Spring Lake/Lake Desire. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
▼
What is the longest trail in Spring Lake/Lake Desire?
The longest trail in Spring Lake/Lake Desire is 3 Lakes Loop at 1.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
Activities
Trails
- Hard trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Easy trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Favorite trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Most ridden trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Singletrack in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Viewpoint trails in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- Trails with technical features in Spring Lake/Lake Desire
- By swartzie
& contributors - Admins: EMBA-C2S
- #18993 - 5,335 views
- spring lake/lake desire activity log | embed map of Spring Lake/Lake Desire mountain bike trails | spring lake/lake desire mountain biking points of interest
Downloading of trail gps tracks in kml & gpx formats is enabled for Spring Lake/Lake Desire.
You must login to download files.