WAVERLY BEACH PARK @ KIRKLAND…read more This is more of the righter side (near most stores and restaurants) of the Wavery Park Street. It's about a 5 minutes walk from the main one. Parking is available but will cost you during the week except Sundays. Today was a beautiful day - lots of people, ducks, and even rentals for Kayaking. Beautiful weather and can get super crowded but it's a beautiful park where there's always room to walk around!

Lovely beach park in Kirkland. We went during the long weekend, midday and it wasn't too crowded…read moreuntil we left. Both parking lots were full so I can only imagine how crowded it gets during the summer. Great spot for the kids to play on the playground and also get some Sandy/rocky beach play in too. Beautiful views of the water and lovely boardwalk to take a stroll.

This is a really nice park right on the lake. There are a few short paths to walk along, decent…read moresized parking lot, areas for picnics, sandy beach area, and plenty of grassy areas.

We came back to this park after a long time and enjoyed walking around the park and the waterfront…read more There were a lot of people picnicking on the grass and grilling on the summer evening we were there.

I don't know why no one talks about it's recent playground. It is so joyful for kids! It isn't that…read morebig but it is great! Lots of grass to run on, lake so you can swim or seat nearby cause there are concrete spots (some of them are in the water :)), and a dock yo walk on. The playground is a big kind of a boat construction with games to play as a wheel, crossing rope, net, canons, etc. Kids have a great time there playing with other kids from all ages. You can always walk afterwards to the other park nearby, Marina, or restaurants. Parking was no problem at the park but there is more on the street. It can get windy.

If you ever wanted to sip an overpriced oat milk latte while watching a golden retriever live its…read moreabsolute best life, this is the place. A sliver of waterfront heaven where Kirkland's Patagonia-clad elite mingle with barefoot toddlers and paddleboarders who have clearly made better life choices. The dock extends into the lake like an open invitation to quit your job and become one of those people who owns a boat and a personality. The grass is suspiciously lush--either Bellevue sends its best landscapers, or money really does grow on trees here. Seaplanes hum in the distance, a reminder that some tech bros have evolved beyond Teslas (Though there was a Tesla who pulled in behind and in front of me while I was parked here and just took photos from their cars). It's peaceful, absurdly pretty, and just bougie enough to make you wonder if you should've worn nicer flip-flops.

- The horse Trail -…read more Hubby and I decided to take an afternoon hike here, and we had no clue it's a state park and a discovery pass is required. We parked at the parking lot closer to the entrance, and we bought an annual discovery pass. Other than the starting incline, there is nearly no inclination for this trail. It's rather family friendly if your kids aren't afraid of horses or horse poops as I saw two horses and gazillion poops. It's funny how there is a sign that identifies the differences between horse poop and dog poop lol. The whole trail is shaded except for a small part. There are three recommended routes and the signs are quite obvious, but it's also easy to walk elsewhere as there are so many routes in this park. We were going for the middle length route, but ended up finishing the bigger loop instead and it took a bit more than an hour. There were also tons of salmonberries next to the trail that's perfect for a healthy snack for your "hike" xD!

Bridle Trails State Park is a great state park that's perfect for horses and everyone else!…read more Although this state park is used for riding your horse along the trails, I say it's a great park for everyone else who wants a stroll through the forest along the Kirkland-Bellevue border. Because it's a state park, you must pay for a $10 single-day pass unless you have the Discovery Pass. There are two parking lots to the area, one parking lot is closest to the entrance to the trails and the other parking lot is smaller, which is closer to the bathrooms and where community events are held as there's a stage. I've been here a few times and it's always a nice way to enjoy a nature walk. In my most recent visit, I came here on a hot day with my dog as Bridle Trails State Park is mostly shaded from the trees. There are three different trails, and if you're looking to spend more time here, take the Coyote Trail, which is about 3.5 miles long. It's not entirely flat, with some hills here and there, but it's a super easy trail, along with the other trails here. I saw a lot of families and horses here. And speaking of horses, be aware that there will be horse poop on the trails. The reason why it's not picked up right away is because unlike dog poop, it decomposes within a short time. Dogs are allowed on the trails as long as they're on leash. At the area where events are held are where bathrooms and a water fountain is located, along with benches. It's nice to live nearby Bridle Trails State Park and enjoy the trees, green space and well-maintained trails that provide shade for those scorching days we're not used to in the Seattle area. That right there is reason enough to visit Bridle Trails State Park.

One of our absolute favorite beaches to relax and watch sunset. The neighborhood is very peaceful…read moreand calming. On our recent visit to Medina Beach Park, we had the chance to watch the best fireworks ever. Everything was sooo perfect..the music, the vibe, the weather and the fireworks. Had the best time!!

My favorite place to be on a warm, sunny day for a picnic! It's right next to the water. The area…read moreis usually quiet and calm if you go on a weekday afternoon. After work or during weekend, it could get quiet and loud. There are a few parking spots right next to the park, but it's not a far walk even if you have to park at the nearby neighborhood.

Awesome Playground and park set in the middle of downtown Kirkland. Kids of all younger ages…read morehoarded the large play structure (in a good way) when the sun came out and the rising temperatures of spring wafted through on Saturday the 18th of March. The fields were also bustling with kids throwing footballs, running and playing. The basketball court and tennis courts, also full, kept older teenagers and adults out in the sunshine and active. Two-hour street parking seemed relatively easy to come by, and with the library and a community center right there, the space is perfect for all things Saturday.

Peter Kirk Park is a suburban park that is ex-large in size with more than the typical amenities. A…read morebaseball/softball field with spectator seating and even a concessions stand is the biggest feature. Picnic tables, a sizable playground, tennis courts, skate park, seasonal swimming pool, and public parking round out the top features. With Kirkland Urban completing the key elements of its construction, it is a fully open connected space between the sizable Peter Kirk Park and Kirkland Urban. The park is well organized, easy to access, and plenty of space to enjoy sun, have a picnic, or people watch. Highly recommend.

Located in the city of Bellevue in Washington state, Clyde Beach Park has waterfront entry to…read moreprovide swimming in the calm waters of Meydenbauer Bay on Lake Washington. It also has a non-motorized watercraft launch site, with a small boathouse. It has a huge well manicured lawn sloped towards the water, providing plenty of space to stretch out and sunbathe or read a book on a sunny Seattle day. And it has a small playground with a jungle gym for youngsters. There is off-street parking, and it is walkable from downtown Bellevue, letting you pass by (hidden) million dollars waterfront homes. In some cases, the land is worth more than the existing property, and construction was prevalent. The park, along with the nearby city of Clyde Hill and Clyde Avenue, are all named after the River Clyde in Scotland. No sand. Instead the entry into the water are a series of solid concrete steps, and I didn't see much overgrown algae or weeds; the water was relatively clean. There is a lifeguard chair, occupied during the summer month days. There is also available flotation life jackets for water safety.

Small but beautiful…read more Some teenagers skipped onto rooftops Seems dangerous The small kid playground is cute. Small parking lot, and very steep road, careful for the car.

We love parks!!! children and adults must spend some time outdoors everyday, right?…read more This little gem is located in a quiet neighborhood close to Lake Hills Library. It only has a few parking spots, but parking in the street is another choice (just remember don't leave valuables to the sight) This park is great for toddlers, it has a beautiful playground, a whole sand area to play with two manual excavators . It's a good idea to bring a basketball to play in a nice court. Oh! And if your little one needs to run to the restroom, here's one open to the public. This place is nice in the summer, beautiful colors in the fall. Looking for a fall photoshoot background? This is your place!!!

Evergreen Park is a small neighborhood park located in Lake Hills. The park has a basketball court…read moreand a kids playground that is frequented by residents in the neighborhood. The park is covered by large trees so it is a decent place to get outside but stay in the shade. It is an okay alternative to the larger parks in the area like Crossroads Park, Lake HIlls Community Park and Lake Hills Greenbelt which have more amenities.