Yes, this is a big issue. I have brought it up to the City more than once. Cars and buses regularly park along the River Trail through access at the end of Museum Drive. I've suggested that they install some sort of barrier that allows pedestrians and bicyclists onto the trail, but not motorized vehicles. It's very dangerous to allow motorized vehicles on the trail. During special events such as Silver Bells, I have actually seen cars parked along the trail all the way past the 496 interchange. (see photos) In addition to the safety aspect, the trail really isn't built to handle the weight of buses and other vehicles.

Another photo from last year's Silver Bells.

Photos from a separate occurrence of parking on the River Trail at this location (1 of 3)

Photo 2 of 3 of vehicles on the River Trail by Museum Dr.

Photo 3 of 3 of vehicles on the River Trail by Museum Dr.

No traffic today.

closing.