Seattle Beaches and Waterfront Parks
By Citysearch Editors, Seattle
From Madison Park to Golden Gardens, your summertime guide to Seattle's best beaches and waterfront parks.
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Madison Park Beach
1900 43rd Ave E, Seattle, WA
This busy, beautiful beach attracts families and singles from swanky Madison Park and beyond. -
Alki Beach
1100 Alki Ave SW, Seattle, WA
A long stretch of beach offers a slice of Southern California in the Northwest. -
Madrona Park Beach
853 Lake Washington Blvd, Seattle, WA
A family-friendly beach, named for the stunning Madrona trees leaning over the lake. -
Matthews Beach
9300 51st Ave NE, Seattle, WA
Warm waters and a children's play area attract a diverse crowd to the sandy shoreline of this Sand Point beach. -
Groveland Beach Park
8000 SE 58th St, Mercer Island, WA
An ideal summer destination featuring barbecue pits, picnic tables and a playground. -
Waverly Beach Park
633 Waverly Park Way, Kirkland, WA
With its picturesque pier and nearby shops, this beach is a great spot for kids, fishing enthusiasts and anyone looking for a spectacular Olympic Mountain view.
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Golden Gardens Park
8498 Seaview Pl NW, Seattle, WA
A favorite spot for a quiet walk along the shore or a blazing bonfire. -
Seward Park
5898 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA
One of Seattle's prettiest parks beckons to picnickers, cyclists and runners along the shores of Lake Washington. -
Gas Works Park
2101 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA
This local favorite may be recycled, but its opportunities for outdoor enjoyment are always fresh. -
Green Lake
5701 E Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA
Tranquility and sports--it's all here at Seattle's cherished in-city park. -
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way, Seattle, WA
A massive city park made up of undeveloped habitat, miles of wooded trails and magnificent views. -
Warren G. Magnuson Park
7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA
A great park for quiet walks in winter or noisy water play in summer. -
Carkeek Park
950 NW Carkeek Park Rd, Seattle, WA
A steep labyrinth of trails, streams, ferns and roads greets visitors to this north Seattle park. -
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
1201 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA
A popular beach destination for anyone cycling around Lake Washington. -
Lincoln Park
8603 Fauntleroy Way, Seattle, WA
This 130-acre seaside gem offers everything a good park should--and then some.
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Pink Door
1919 Post Aly, Seattle, WA
This Post Alley favorite is part Italian restaurant, part musical cabaret--and all about the stunning water view. -
Waterfront Seafood Grill
2801 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA
The best deck in town is accompanied by intelligent service and impressive fish.
