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Commodore Park

4.4 (11 reviews)
Closed 4:00 am - 11:30 pm

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Take the path from here to get to the ship canal locks
Helene S.

Small park with easy access to see the Ballad/Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Nice to follow the pathways to the waves sculpture and the fish ladder. Depending on the season, the ladder may be brimming with fish or may be empty. We came here really to cross over to watch the boats go through the locks. So easy to walk across and see the water levels being raised and lowered fairly regularly to let boats pass on the weekend. It is interested how this park was organized in response to the neighbors opposing the construction of an apartment building on this site. On the Golden Anniversary of the canal, the neighboring residents threw a Fourth of July celebration. They recruited politicians, had a parade which attracted over 20,000 guests and raised $20,000 in seed money to try to buy the property. The resulting publicity helped bring in over $1,000,00 of state and federal grants to establish this park.

Miyuki I.

We saw a seal swimming there although we couldn't see salmons swimming. It was good sightseeing place in summer .

Angie Y.

This park is a little treasure I can't wait to come back to when it gets warmer out. The rolling grassy hills overlook Ballard Locks and you get a great view of the salmon hatcheries Washington has to offer. In addition to the flowers and the grass, you can look out at the water and see all kinds of wild life from seals, cranes, seagulls, salmon - it truly is majestic. There is a lot of street parking which I can appreciate and there is a lot of little informative signs to give you insight into the salmon culture and wildlife they try to preserve at the park. This place really made me start to understand why everybody raves about the beauty of the state of Washington! Next venture out here will be in the form of a picnic!

Inna B.

Oh, Commodore Park, what a wonderful view you have! There isn't much to do here but relax and wander over the Locks to Ballard, but it sure is a nice space for both. Wondering why there is an awfully lot of retired visitors? It appears that this is a very popular tour bus stop. (I've seen the view, so I'm NOT surprised!) I doubt I'll find myself here again now that my office has moved away, but it sure was a nice spot to wander to when taking a lunch break.

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People were out with kids walking along the promenade and bicycles and canoes were abundant along the salmon bay.

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Kerry Park - 2037pdt on 5/28/24

Kerry Park

(1.1k reviews)

Lower Queen Anne

Free activity in Seattle, Washington…read more.. When I was at the Post Office, mailing some postcards, the friendly clerk suggested that I go to Kerry Park to view in person, the city skyline as depicted in these postcards... OK! My niece was surprised at the size of "the park". It seems to be more like a strip of lawn instead of a park. Well... we were there for the beautiful view of Seattle and were happy to get a free parking space on the street! There also was an interesting steel sculpture called: Changing Form. It's 15 feet tall and can be used as a nice frame to photograph the Space Needle and its surroundings!

On clear days you can get an amazing view of Elliott Bay and the Central City (with the Space…read moreNeedle of course!), with a backdrop of Mount Rainier. The viewpoint is thoughtfully designed so many people can line up against the railings without too much trouble instead of photographers trying to jockey for space. If you didn't bring binoculars, there's a few coin operated telescopes to help you look at things in the distance. There's also a cool statue here if you're interested, and if you go down the steps there's a small playground. I'm not sure if I've ever seen anyone use the playground though, since there are no bathrooms associated with the park and small kids can have bathroom emergencies. There are businesses nearby where I guess you could technically ask to use the washrooms, but it's just another hassle. Note: street parking only.

Discovery Park

Discovery Park

(491 reviews)

Magnolia

A Seattle Gem with Breathtaking Views!…read more Discovery Park is hands down one of the most beautiful spots in Seattle. My husband grew up in Magnolia, so he took me here for a hike last weekend, and I was completely blown away. ​We explored the south side and walked the Loop Trail. The path is well-maintained and offers stunning panoramic views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. It's hard to believe you're still within the city limits! It's the largest park in the city, so there is plenty of space to enjoy nature. Whether you want a serious hike or just a peaceful stroll to see the water, this is the place to go. Don't forget your camera--the scenery is post-card perfect!

Seattle's Discovery Park is the bee's knees! I was completely blown away by this picturesque public…read morespace. From an urban park perspective, the only other experience that comes close for me is when I moved to the Old Town Manchester neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia, and had Belle Isle in my backyard, which offers access to hiking, large flat rocks for sunbathing, and whitewater rafting on Class II, III, and IV rapids on the James River right in the middle of downtown. Okay, back to Discovery Park. I spent an entire day exploring the park. I started by ordering a carryout lunch at Damoori Kitchen, which is now closed according to Yelp. I then walked to Discovery Park and hiked the 4.4-mile Discovery Park and Lighthouse Loop. A map for that trail can be accessed using a trail app. The loop trail took me through several ecosystems such as coastal meadows, tidal beaches, forest groves, sand dunes, and vast stretches of thickets with wild berries. Once I finished hiking the loop, I walked back to Damoori Kitchen and caught a rideshare back to downtown Seattle. Highlights from my Discovery Park adventure included eating lunch at the tidal beach, exploring sea cliffs, seeing jaw-dropping views of Mount Rainier, hiking past the West Point Lighthouse, and experiencing the sights, sounds, flora, and fauna of the park's majestic landscape.

Volunteer Park

Volunteer Park

(225 reviews)

Capitol Hill

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!

Definitely worth a visit. Volunteer Park is a beautiful historic park located in the heart of…read moreSeattle, designed by the Olmsted Brothers and a it's a must see as one of Seattle's well known landmarks. We skipped the inside of conservatory and Asian Art Museum but enjoyed strolling the grounds and admiring the views and taking in the fresh are. The sculpture, Black Sun by Isamu Noguchi, is here too and perfectly frames the Space Needle when you look through it. The highlight was climbing the water tower. The hike up was tiring, we were so out of breath and had to take some breaks, but the views were stunning. Definitely worth it and the walk down was so much easier! The park is peaceful and well-maintained, with plenty of spots to relax. Parking is free but fills up fast. A must-visit for locals and tourists alike! Check out the website for more info at https://www.seattle.gov/parks/allparks/volunteer-park

Commodore Park - parks - Updated May 2026

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