Centennial Trail
(Western Washington)
The Centennial Trail is a paved multi-use path from Snohomish to the Nakashima Farm 29 miles north.  Throughout its history, it was a Native American Trail, wagon road, railroad, and since 1989, a trail once again.
A ride on the trail takes you through the history of the communities along its route.
Ownership of the land has had a troubled history for many,
including the Nakashimas, who were forced to give up their farm in 1942.
The Centennial Trail begins in the city of Snohomish and runs north through Lake Stevens, Marysville, Arlington and several smaller settlements.  Several of the eleven trailheads suggest the train depots of the early railroad.
The trail is a mix of town riding and countryside touring, with rivers, bridges, forests,and farmland.
Cyclists share the trail with equestrians, joggers, and pedestrians.
The Centennial Trail connects with the Whitehorse Trail just north of Arlington.  The Whitehorse is a 27-mile undeveloped corridor to Darrington, with only the last six miles open at present.  The bridges and trestles are still unsafe.
The short Snohomish Riverfront trail is only a few blocks from the Centennial Trail south terminus, and offers spectacular views of the river, bridges, and waterfront.
Future expansion of the Centennial Trail will continue it north into Skagit County.
 A section of the trail was destroyed by the massive landslide at Oso, the most deadly in U.S. history.