Smackdab right in the middle of Seattle, this park is a treasure! In addition to the wide open…read morespaces, trees, and fountains, the Volunteer Park Conservatory and the Seattle Asian Art Museum are also located here. If you want to see a good view of Seattle, check out the Volunteer Park Water Tower's observation deck in the southeast corner of Volunteer Park right on top of Capitol Hill. There's no elevator so be prepared to climb the 107 stairs to the top and be rewarded with 360-degree view of Seattle! There are bars and fencing at the windows though, which does detract a little from the experience. Between the windows are informational signs about Seattle's history. I'll be back to check out the art museum and the conservatory in the future!

Great park with plenty of green space. The Asian Art museum and the conservatory are located in…read morethis park too. There is parallel parking within the park. There's a stage for small concert with bathrooms and water nearby. There always seems to be some organized event going on here, sports or hobbies related. There are also tennis or pickleball courts and a playground

With the foggy weather and trees with moss, the park gave an exotic feeling. I loved that I felt…read morelike I was in the wild out of the city. The road around the outskirts of the park isn't the best for running, as the road has rocks and encounters traffic lights. I recommend running inside the park instead. I liked that they had a parking area too!

This is a beautiful, shady park. Good for a walk on a hot day. The creek running through it adds…read morewonderful, calming sounds and a place for people and dogs to cool their feet. I hope someonevis planning to decrease the spread of invasive plants here soon.

Madrona Park is a lowkey and picturesque park located along Lake Washington. There is a free…read moreparking lot here with access to different trails and walking paths with amazing views of the city!

Upon leaving Harborview after an appointment, we decided to explore the area and stumbled upon this…read morehidden gem of a park by Lake Washington. Our visit coincided with lunchtime, and we found the park bustling with people savoring the warmth of the sunny day.

Leschi Park is across the street from Leschi South Moorage along Lakeside Avenue S. Leschi Park…read moreitself is NOT along the water, unlike the several photos posting water views. That's the moorage itself. Don't expect to pack a picnic with a view of the water. That doesn't mean Leschi Park is anything to sneeze at. It's sizable with a portion that is well manicured and good for a picnic. There are several benches in this area and some portions are shady. When we went, the rose hedges were blooming and quite pretty. There's also a sequoia that was dedicated to the head gardener from 65 years ago. There are a few tennis courts too. The parts that I like more are the trails that have a forest vibe. Leschi Park is adjacent to Frink Park; together, they form a very large area to explore. I didn't find much signs or maps so I just used Google maps to choose walking paths. Cell signal was solid inside both parks. On a hot day, these two tree filled parks provide lots of shade; they would be an excellent place to visit.

It's a nice park with waterfront views in the Leschi neighborhood. I've been here a few times,…read moreespecially on clear days, and the setting always makes for a memorable time. Leschi Park is small, and most who visit are here for the views, as it's off of Lake Washington, so you can see the eastside and I-90. There's a small covered seating area and a dock for boaters. It's cool that there are a few restaurants and businesses nearby, as well as a parking lot. It's walking distance to the residential area and the Madrona neighborhood. If you're looking to access the water, I would recommend the short walk up north along the trail to Madrona Beach Park, which is larger and is more popular. However, Leschi Park is here for when you want more of a private, quiet scene, just for the views. Not a bad spot at all.

I remember first visiting this park when I was a kid and years later, this park has definitely…read morechanged for the better. Parking on a hot sunny weekday afternoon was doable. There was a couple spots open, but limited. It wasnt until after 3 pm that the park started to get busier and the park began to pile in. People started looking to park outside of the lots for a spot. Most people tend to park at the bottom lots due to convenience. There is plenty of room at the lot up the hill and nobody was really up here as it was mostly entrances to walking trail and picnic tables. Overall, still a beautiful park!

Loved this park. I was looking for a relaxing, quiet spot and found this scenic area…read more You can kayak, swim, paddleboard, relax, walk, etc here. It's a great park. I highly recommend stopping here and checking it out.

I think most people neglect this park in their hurry to get to the locks and the fish ladder. This…read moreis a nice park with benches and paved walkways. Immerse yourself in watching the boats from afar, and maybe even have a small picnic. You won't be competing for space even if the near by attractions are packed with people like sardines. The park is well maintained and very accessible to everyone of all ages and abilities.

Commodore Park is an unassuming little park on a hill on the south side of the Ballard Hiram Locks…read more In and of itself, it has next-to-nothing, park wise, and I normally would not have written a review for it. But I found a worthy reason to write. The parking is free here! The chances of a visitor finding this review is pretty low, but if any locals are following me and goes to the locks for themselves or out of town visitors. Well, save yourselves a few bucks by mapping to here instead. If you look at Google map, this park is the southwest edge of the locks. Near the street side (highest elevation), it has a fantastic view of the locks itself. There's a small parking lot, and there is street parking. The area is residential, so the parking is free. Unlike the official parking lot on the north side, that's paid parking. There is a short trial that will take you down to the Fish Ladder and the Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks. A part of the trails is pretty and shaded with trees. With the breeze from the water, this walk is much welcomed on a sunny day. Be sure to cross to the north side for the visitor center of the Locks and the rose garden.

Great park for reading a book or relaxing. It's not really a park for spending a ton of time in but…read moreit's just fantastic to see neighbors participate in a community garden and grow flowers, fruit, veggies, etc. It's a small park, but it's certainly cute and lovely to walk past. There are some nearby coffee shops and restaurants and you could grab food/drink and picnic here.

For a tiny little park located behind the Olive Way Starbucks, this place has a lot going for it…read more It is equal parts skate park, community garden, walking path, and local hangout with benches and walkways scattered throughout. It can also be an ideal place for a neighborhood BBQ or just a cool spot to lay out and read a book. I wouldn't call this a destination spot by any means, but for locals, it adds just the right touch of greenery next to one of the Seattle's corporate icons.

I took a stroll through this park today. What a great little spot. It was really clean with a good…read moreamount of people (but not too many). The water feature are super cool and there seemed to be plenty of seating.

Since I have lived in the Seattle area for quite a few years now and have been to the Capitol Hill…read moreneighborhood many, many times some of those outings have taken me through Cal Anderson Park. It's really an important part of the neighborhood and is very bustling every time I go through it. It's an exciting place to go also as there are festivals, demonstrations, artists popping up with their work as you stroll through. Yes, this park is full of life. Perhaps it's too much for some people as it isn't always the most quietest place but the water features (sometimes with ducks) are quite pleasant and if you are into sports there seems to be a good area for that as well. But as I said I enjoy most of all the people watching as it is diverse and eclectic.