Spanning 77 acres of Lake Washington lakefront on Mercer Island, Luther Burbank Park was named…read moreafter the famous 19th century U.S. horticulturalist, who crossbred to introduce flowers and crops, including the Russet Burbank potato (famously used by McDonald's to make their iconic french fries). I had the opportunity to visit it twice during a 2 night stay on Mercer Island. It was one of the nicest waterfront city parks I've visited. There are two entrances to the park, with the North and South entrances leading to large free parking lots. The South Entrance was the closer one to both the light rail station and our Airbnb, both about a 20 minute walk away. The South parking lot is closer to the Swim Beach (a nice little beach with a protected swimming area). It is also closer to the Earth Sculpture "The Source" (to me, a cross between crop circles, Indian mounds, and a labyrinth. My wife mentioned she felt a different energy from it as we walked by. The Meadow is a large picnic area between the two parking lots. The North lot is close to the tennis (now pickleball) courts, and all were filled when we walked by. The Amphitheater is also located nearby, and is the place for free performances during the summer months (for 2026, performances of Macbeth by Seattle's Shakespeare Company. At the north end of the park, are two off-leash dog areas (one for smaller, more shy dogs). My son-in-law and daughter took their mini-dachshund there to play, which was enjoyed by everyone. Small note about Luther Burbank: many parks and schools are named after him, including Luther Burbank Elementary School(s) in Long Beach, CA and Burbank, CA (though the city itself was named after a different Burbank).

This is a great park that I've visited periodically over the years. A nice spot to relax, fish and…read morenow play pickleball. I was looking to play during my last visit and a friend suggested going here. First off I had no idea they added pickleball courts and was impressed at the 8 very nice courts and good level of competition. The format took a little getting used to as it appeared to have been 4 on, 4 off. I could tell there were a lot of regulars here and everyone really came to play. I wish I could've played here again but I guess it will have to wait until my next visit.

I attended the last show of the Mostly Music in the Park series at the Mercerdale Park. This is a…read moregreat location to listen to live music and gather with friends and family. It was easy to find parking, the park is spacious, so people could easily spread out with their lawn chairs (high and low) and it was very family and pet oriented. There is a walking path on the perimeter of the park. Met Market, as well as other eateries are nearby, so a picnic at the park could easily be had. I hope to come back next year, if not sooner, to see Prom Date Mixtape, my fav 80s band play at Mercerdale again.

This is a lovely neighborhood park. In the summer the farmers market is on the adjacent street. A…read morehuge grass field and some park benches. A pathway circles around this park which is also used by kids on bikes, scooters and skateboarding. Also there is a skateboard park. The playground is very popular for families. When my niece came for a visit we brought her baby here. There is a small parking lot shared with the thrift shop. Good spot for a picnic weather permitting. SYOY. Peace out.

-Amazing for kids and adults alike -…read more This park has two play structures and a dragon shaped structure for kids to explore. There are two separate swing sets, two for older kids and two for younger kids. My daughter had a blast exploring, though she spent most of her time on her favorite spot: the swings. There's also a trail nearby, perfect for getting some steps in. I wish Bellevue had a park like this! Btw did I mention it's not even that busy on a Sunday?

How many playgrounds? 5!!! Plus a purple play ground through the gates of what looks like a school…read more ADA Parking is great. There is a bathroom at the entrance of the parking lot/park. If you are planning to visit and not handicap please use the "west" parking lot. Just a heads up there is a sign we saw after we had already been there for hours. When we came a family was having a birthday party in the gazebo. It looked like a great place to have a party. The place is fenced in and good for 2 year olds and up. Shade is great in the summer. Hidden picnic table by the dragon. We brought a pizza :)

A perfectly small park by the lake. A great park to walk by when on Mercer Island. A few parking…read morespots in the front. A few sitting areas too. No bathroom here. The beach area is also very small. A gorgeous spot to just chill and enjoy views of I-90 lol and the lake. Enjoy nature. SYOY!

A small but cozy park! The parking lot is a bit small but it is easy to find. The beach area is…read moresecluded and is great for swimming. There is a nice grassy area to set up a chair to relax, great for watching the view across the water!

Clarke Beach Park hosts a beautiful view of Mount Rainier and is definitely worth a stop if you're…read morein the area. The trail down on the right side (when facing the park) is much more steep and snakes around, while the trail on the left side is shorter with a slighter incline/decline. I'd recommend heading up or down from the left end unless you're an avid hiker. While both paths are paved, the space could really benefit from some beautification or sculptures, although it was very quiet and peaceful. There is an odd little pit on the left side with quite a bit of seating, but it's not clear if it was once used for bonfires or if it's meant as a sand pit for children. Either was it was a nice little hike with a gorgeous view.

Beautiful park that requires a slight hike, but has wonderful wooden deck for sun bathing and a…read morenice area for swimming. There is even a sand pit with a volleyball net set up, and the playstructure is beautifully hidden in the small wooded area. There is also plenty of parking and the park is very clean.

I was so amazed when I found Groveland! It's tucked away in Mercer Island so it's a bit of a drive…read moreto get there but once your there, the lake and view is gorgeous. They have a restroom, volleyball court, a dock, and no life guards (whooo!). Despite it being pretty cold even in mid-summer, it's well worth a swim and one of my favorite beach parks in the greater Seattle area. I have been surprised how lowkey the spot is too. I mean sure it's a bit tucked away but for how nice it is I am glad there is often only a few people.

We set up shop at Groveland Beach during the Sea Fair airshow. There were a ton of people in the…read morearea, but everybody was really welcoming and friendly. The sand area was great for the kids to be able to play with their sand toys, there are lifejackets that you can rent for the kids who like to jump off the dock into the water, and it's just a great viewing area to watch all of the planes. There was even an area with a net set up for beach volleyball, which my kids appreciated. The bathrooms were well maintained, and there is a small playground up the hill for a nice change of pace.

Awesome trail- I have never seen a trail system like the one in Bellevue. I am from California and…read morethe trail system signage made it so easy for me to get out and run around Bellevue without fear of getting lost. I actually got to see a lot of Bellevue thanks to the trails! I think its worth noting that there is a lot of care put in to the grooming of these trails- thanks to those working so hard to keep them maintained! When I visit again I will surely be doing more trails.

Right is the middle of Bellevue is the terrific trail system that goes between Phantom Lake and…read moreLarson Lake. Even on a perfect day on a weekend, not very crowded. The trial winds through a few thickets, a small bog, a terrific stand of old growth firs and follows a brook that eventually becomes a glorified trench. Plenty of small wild life includes squirrels, rabbits, red-winged black birds, ducks, sparrows chickadees and woodpeckers. While a few signs warned of bob cat, mountain lion and bears (really, in Bellevue?) what I found in most proliferation was the wild and well coiffed Eastside MILF commonly found gazing in Bellevue, Issaquah and Redmond. Both lakes are quite serene and larger than you might suppose. A great in-city adventure, I got in 5 miles of brisk urban hiking. Check Bellevue Park Dept.for various well marked trail heads.

Pam at Pld Growth and Emergency Vet clinic did amazing customer service. Professional and caring…read more Processing our cats prescription food quickly.

Lovely park with water views and access. The train…read moreplayground is a bit outdated compared to other Bellevue parks but my young kiddos don't mind since it has swings. Lots of parking, walking trails and wide paths perfect for biking, jogging and strolling. Always be mindful of what you leave in your car as it can be hard to see the cars from the beach.

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.

A beautiful park, nicely split up for different purposes. One park has fairly flat trails, and is…read moremostly used by bike riders, dog walkers, older people, people with coffee, or joggers. One has horse trails and is a little more hilly. The last meanders down a bigger hill, has a lovely bridge, and feels as close to being really in nature as you can get on MI. I believe two of the parks are off-leash for dogs, and the last is on-leash. I often see people out volunteering or working to keep the park in nice condition, and while it has quite a bit of ivy and can get overgrown in some lesser used areas, they generally do a good job maintaining it. It's a lovely place for all sorts of activities. There are plenty of benches interspersed on the edges and interior of the park. There are a few geocaches (the official website has them listed). There are many birds to watch, as well as beautiful plants and trees to look at. Let's hope the city never allows this incredible oasis to be developed!

I like pioneer park but it really does have a pioneer feel to it. My only wish was that there was a…read moreparking lot and that there was an actual bathroom instead of just a port-a-potty. Maybe there was a bathroom facility but maybe because the park is so vast I just couldn't locate it. I took a quick trip QFC down the street to use the bathroom there because I really had to go, got some yummy samples and a couple items from the produce section and went back to my short walk in the park and doing a quick yoga flow! If you want a no thrills park experience, Pioneer Park will not disappoint!