There are four pickleball courts, a wide-open grassy field, playground, and occasionally bathrooms…read more Why occasionally? Well, they're closed during the winters. I'm not sure why, given how busy this place is year round. I'm not sure where people go to relieve themselves other than maybe walking a few blocks down to the beach for their washrooms? Street parking near by is easy to find.

Solid place to get a pickleball game in. There are 4 pickleball courts total and we can on…read moreWednesday evening and 2 courts were empty. But they filled up shortly after. But there's not as many people at these courts so I feel like you can definitely get a court eventually. The bathroom in the park is relatively clean and the toilets are functional (i.e. they flush). There is no sanitary pads trashcan in the stalls but there is a trash can outside the bathroom so you can dispose of them there. The soap dispenser in the bathroom is broken (but that's not unexpected for a public bathroom). There's a water fountain next to the bathroom so you can fill up your water bottle there.

Heritage Park is a not-so-hidden gem that somehow only the very-locals make their way there, even…read morethough it is steps away from the ever-so-popular Marina Park. This park is behind the Heritage Hall with easy walking paths for a stroll, see the water from a distance, walk the dog, and/or play tennis. They have two tennis courts (see photo). During springtime, they have several cherry blossom trees that bloom beautifully. Parking is plentiful by the street or use their small lot (see photo). I usually am walking over from downtown to extend my walking distance. There are two benches to enjoy the water view. There are no official children's play area, though there are some natural stones for climbing in a separated area (see photo). This park is simple, immensely peaceful, and a great place to just chill.

Cute green space park within Kirkland to walk along or take your dog to go for a run. Nice views of…read morethe water and some tennis courts on one end with some beautiful flowers near Heritage Hall. The park has several lots to park along and a few minutes walk from the Marina Park pavilion and nearby coffee shops and stores on Central Way.

Consisting of over 3 miles of paved trails surrounded by 172 acres of wetlands, the Lake Hills…read moreGreenbelt Park in Bellevue, WA is a great place to take a leisurely, non-elevated urban hike. Our family had a chance to enjoy a beautiful Saturday afternoon in the Pacific Northwest in the park, walking back and forth between the two small lakes that it connects, using the Lake to Lake Trail. We started out in the south part of the park, parking the car in the large paved parking lot and walking to the small pier overlooking Phantom Lake (63 acres, max depth of 45 feet, so named because like a phantom, it appears, disappears, and reappears during the seasons ). This area has the oldest and tallest trees in Bellevue, which we got to admire as we started our walk. There are owls and bats here, with signs warning about the owls if walking during twilight. One passes by the tBug Bellevue Community Garden, which was being prepared for Halloween festivities. At the North end of the park is Larsen Lake (10 acres), being surrounded by Larsen pick-your-own blueberry farm. You are allowed to fish in both Larsen and Phantom Lakes, but boating is not allowed. Indoor restroom facilities are available on both ends of the park.

- great for walks -…read more It's a great little area in the neighborhood for walks. It's definitely not worth driving here just for it, but if you are in the area and could use some nice view, it is worth coming. It's a good itinerary to walk around the lake and then head over to ygf malatang for meal and meet fresh/lucky cube for dessert.

Toddler friendly park where big sibling can still swing and play. All types of wheels to ride and…read moretoys to play with. Has a sand pit and a small field. It's a neighborhood favorite. Not much shade and no bathrooms near by...be prepared.

My daughter loved this park! I live in west seattle and heard about this park years ago from a…read morefriend. In an mission to adventure from our usuals we visited this park on a sunny March day. While it may seem like an ordinary park, it actually has a collection of outdoor toys to try. My daughter typically likes only the swings, so it was a nice reprieve from having to push her and instead have her play on the other activities. There is ample places for parents to sit and watch their kiddos. This park also catered to a wide age range with structures suitable for small kids and big ones alike

I love this hidden little gem nestled right off Fauntleroy Way not far up the street from the ferry…read moreterminal. My toddler loves the boardwalk portions and the bridges that cross over the creeks. I love that you can barely hear the traffic and city noises (even less so now with reduced activity due to COVID-19). Especially in the rain. Birds chirping. Leaves rustling. Rain drops if it's raining. It's so peaceful and zen. There are tons of salmon berry bushes in the spring. Another thing I love is it's easily missed so I rarely see another person here, unlike the much busier Lincoln Park down the road. The paths are well laid out, although there are some mini trails that lead to dead ends other people have made. It can get a little muddy in parts if the weather has been wet, but not slippery. Just don't wear your nice shoes. If you stand around too long there are mosquitoes. So if you're not chasing a toddler and there to meditate or meander, bug spray. Sometimes there is trash on the path which makes me sad some people don't care to carry their waste to the provided trash can at the entrance.

Nice wooded park for walking with plenty of street parking. Not too crowded when we went on a…read moreweekday afternoon. Would visit again.

Nice park with lots of recreational activities. It has a good kid area, ball courts for team games,…read morenice walk and bike trail, plenty of parking spots.

This is now my second fave court! I'd go here more often if it were closer to my house in Renton…read more They have the regular tennis nets but they also have the lining and the nets for pickleball so we can play either one or both whenever we want!

This communal park is located only couple of blocks from the Chinatown gate on S King St. It is…read morevery spacious and clean, with several spots to sit, walk and relax. There are some sculptures around the park. Lots of lanterns hanging above the park. Murals have been drawn on surrounding building walls. A notice board is placed in front entrance where locals put different notices. When we went early morning to the park, there were few locals hanging out. Some were playing ping pong on the two tables made out of concrete. There were some people yelling and screaming that made us uncomfortable, so we took a quick walk to the exit. When I came back around 1pm, the park was much busier and vibrant.

Nice little park in Seattle's Chinatown neighborhood that feels very community-focused. My mother…read moreand I walked around the space while making our way from the Historic Chinatown Gate to KOBO, and we enjoyed watching some folks play ping-pong and chess as we walked by. There was also a large Connect 4 game on the outside of one of the buildings.. My only regret is not also making a quick stop at night in order to see the lighted steps. That aside though, it's a great little park.

Gas Works Park is one of my favorite parks for its view of Lake Union. However, the view of the…read morelake at the park on the other side, Lake Union Park is not too shabby. The location of Lake Union Park is at the end of the South Lake Union neighborhood. The park is a bit overshadowed by construction nearby. The area is busy since the roads across the street leads towards I-5, but the park itself does not seem to be too crowded. The park houses the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI), so that is one good reason to visit this park. The museum is a great place to learn about the history of Seattle. The park itself is great for its open space and nice views of downtown and the Space Needle nearby in addition to the aforementioned Lake Union. This park is definitely a favorite of many for different reasons. I saw some folks jumping into the lake from the bridge. While others like to get wet in the wading pools here. Even saw a flock of geese enjoying the park on a warm sunny summer day. Personally, I like watching the action on Lake Union. It is full of boats, kayaks, sailboats and seaplanes. If you are in South Lake Union, visiting Lake Union Park while in the area is worth the walk. This park's many views gives you a sense of the beauty of Seattle all around.