Walking distance from the neighborhood I'm visiting this weekend, this trail is paved and traverses…read moreparallel to Lake Washington for a long way in both directions, for pedestrians and bikers alike! My friend and I walked her dog for 2 miles round trip. The sides of the trail are lined with tall blackberry bushes and we found some delicious ripe ones to harvest and enjoy as a snack on the way! What more could you ask for! All the bicyclists were kind, ringing their bells and saying "on your left" as they passed by so everyone could share the path.

What a pretty and scenic trail to go on. There were so many walkers, joggers, and cyclists on this…read moretrail. It went up by u of W but not sure how long the trail actually is as I was only on it for parts of the event I was on. The views are pretty spectacular though. Seems like it originates from Gas Works Park which is equally as beautiful.

A great short hike through the wetlands, close to U of W. Lots of bird watching opportunities,…read moreseeing lots of ducks, hummingbirds, raptors, and other water loving birds and creatures. A cool spot of nature, between lake Washington, Washington State Arboretum, and the University. Looking forward to coming back, when the ice is gone, and enjoying a sunny breezy day by the lake. Easy hike with lots of food and drink opportunities close by. Yelping on, Cheers!

I love, love, love the nature!…read more I love walks. Urban walks that make you feel like you've left the city hold a special place in my heart. The only bit that bothered me a little was related to this park being situated on an old landfill. I hear those leak eventually, and it was a little disturbing to see a couple of puddles of oil on the ground and some slightly unusual bubbles coming from the creek. I definitely prefer parks and trails to development and blocked off unused space, so... I guess this is as good as it gets for such a space.

Across the street from the Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook, this park is one of the many lovely…read moreplaces to stop when you're in West Seattle. Overall this park is quite simple. There are some places to picnic and chill in the grass as well as some trails along the hillside. It's not worth a trip, but if you're in the area you might as well. Easy street parking in the area.

So I like to hike as you have seen in my previous reviews :D I went on summer so probably that's…read morewhy it was a bit dry. GPS brought me to a neighborhood where there is no entrance to the greenbelt/park. Narrow streets with hills so try following this Yelp's map ;) I parked on the other side and decided to hike up through the narrow trail entrance in the middle of some bushes behind a board with a bit of history of the neighborhood. There are some water storages up the hill. You go around quickly. We crossed the street and went to a beach at the end of two buildings. I don't think dogs can get into the water. And even if they could, there is a lot of algae and driftwood.

This park is much larger than I gave it credit for! Paved trail throughout with stairs and…read morewheelchair access, this park goes all the way down to the water with a nice lookout point. The grounds are very well maintained and it's a great place to walk and watch the world go by. Bathrooms on site, and they were pretty damn good!

Jack Block Park Point View. My hubby and I stopped by early…read morein the morning and were blown away by the stunning view of the Seattle skyline. It felt like we had the whole place to ourselves in the quiet morning hours. The park is beautifully maintained with lush greenery and thoughtfully placed landscaping. There are also playful sculptures and art pieces that give the space a warm and creative vibe. It's a peaceful, lesser-known spot -- perfect if you're looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a slow, scenic start to your day.

This is suppose to be a waterfront public park in the city of Lake Forest Park but the town has…read moredone NOTHING to maintain the property and you can't even see the Lyon Creek because it's totally grown over by weeds and invasive brambles. The existing trees that aren't dead, are way overgrown and very little of park is accessible because of this. The beach sedimentation has built us so much along the entire shoreline and they don't want anyone swimming here at a Waterfront park. What kind of waterfront park says NO to everything. The benches on the property are all facing weeds so can't see beyond to see all of the water. Please call the City of Lake Forest Park to ask them to get this park cleaned up including dredging the shoreline!!! So sad to see what a mess this place has become. City Hall: 360-368-5440

Secluded small park off the Burke-Gilman, right next to the Sheridan Beach Club. Perfect for a…read morerest while running/biking/walking/rollerblading through Lake Forest Park. The park is small, but serene. Most of the space follows Lyon Creek under overhanging foliage, with a bench and boardwalk to enjoy. Where the creek meets the lake, there is a small dock and bench to frequent. Have not seen any salmon running up the creek as of yet, but that would make my day. Overall, it is small but extraordinarily peaceful and well restored. Good vibes only.

Lake Washington Boulevard, at south of 90, starting at Colman Beach, is a continuous narrow strip…read moreof waterfront walk that loops its way all the way to Seward Park. If I look at Google map magnified, the skinny green space is named Lake Washington Blvd Park while the green dotted and solid line is named Lake Washington Blvd Trail. The map/address that is identified in Yelp is roughly where Mount Baker Beach is located. For the summer, most of Lake Washington Blvd is closed to cars, so plan to park on the side streets to get to Lk WA Blvd itself. I've been visiting and walking along parts of this trail for several weekends now. It's very nice to hear the sounds of water as I walk. There are several restrooms available along this walk. The one thing that is missing is water. No water fountains, no shops, etc. The air felt particularly dry today, and we turned around sooner than planned because we didn't bring water. Bummer! The lower trail that is closest to the water is starting to have weeds grow into it too. May need to take the higher ground trail soon. Wear a hat - parts of it is shaded, parts not. Folks come for picnics, swimming, fishing off the piers, and there are multiple small entry points for kayaks. Look in the sky for bald eagles; we spotted one today and it even landed by the Stan Sayres Memorial Park. We were just there!! Speaking of which, near the Stan Sayres Memorial Park, there is a giant lily pad, at least one turtle, and duck families. Have fun nature walking!

Seacrest Park is the site from which you'll spot the iconic Seattle skyline view. It's popular for…read morescuba diving, squid and salmon fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding, or just lounging by the water. Really great trail for biking and scootering with spectacular city views. Eat at the famous Saltys or Marination Ma Kai! Bring the whole family.

Perfect place to soak in a Sunset with the Seattle Skyline across the water. Plenty of parking and…read morea public bathroom in the end of a restaurant near outdoor shower. You get not grass and sandy beach areas, a boat launch and more. Many others walking dogs on leash, friendly atmosphere. Be aware there is a small strip just before the parking area on the street, pictured, marked NO PARKING. We did not realize and got a $47.00 parking ticket. Honestly, don't mind too much as we have been there so many times enjoying the area for free. The money helps pay for things we take for granted.

5.5 miles of scenic trail goodness!…read more I love discovering new ways to get around the city on my bike -- and Alki Trail has got to be one of my favorites AND one of the prettiest trails yet. You start at the West Seattle bridge down on Spokane Street, and end up pretty much at the Alki Point Lighthouse. The only REAL inclines have to deal with the bridge itself - and i'm only nauseous on those parts due to my bridge phobia -- not the physical exertion required to make it up them. Harbor Island itself is super interesting to look at. Pretty? Eh, maybe in an industrial sense, but still a visually appealing part of the ride. Then you hit the peninsula portion of the trail and you have pretty much the BEST Cityscape view of Seattle at your disposal. Seriously -- the view is gorgeous and you have plenty of places to pull off an enjoy it (parks, piers, restaurants!). Then you hit the westward bound curve and you have Alki beach and the Puget Sound in front of you -- not to mention deliciously cool breezes off the water while making the experience all the better. At this portion of the trail you hit a LOT of congestion though. I understand it! The beach is nice, the views amazing --- everyone wants to enjoy it! Just make sure if you are biking to use a bell or voice while passing, and well just watch for pedestrians of all sorts. Your speed will be cut down considerably, but who really cares with THAT VIEW? I certainly don't. I love the views, the shops on the way, and all in all I love this short little trail!