Bryant Neighborhood Playground is a charming park with a small slope located along NE 65th Street. 

Ravenna Park is a ½ mile wooded ravine with lush wooded areas, and is a popular spot for hiking, jogging and picnics. A great place to spot skunk cabbage blooms!

The Union Bay Natural Area is a public wildlife area, natural restoration laboratory, and an important habitat next to Lake Washington. It is the second largest natural system left on the lake. Considered one of the best bird-watching sites in the city of Seattle!

Just North of Bitter Lake Playfield, Bitter Lake Reservoir Open Space features a P-Patch run by the Department of Neighborhoods with garden beds for community members. Check out what folks have been growing or get a glimpse of wildflowers as they start to bloom for the summer. 

Head east off the Interurban Trail down N 125th St to find the delightful Haller Lake Park. Winding paths lead to public access to the west side of the lake with excellent opportunities for birdwatching. Enjoy this street end park? Consider getting involved with the Shoreline Street Ends program. 

The Jackson Park Trail features 2.2 miles of mostly flat gravel trail that winds along the edge of the Jackson Park Golf Course. This trail leads you through old growth conifers and native shrubs and provides the opportunity to spend time in an iconic PNW forest without leaving the city. Note that only a small part of this trail is wheelchair accessible and there are a couple short yet steep climbs on this walk. 

A neighborhood favorite, Northacres Park is surrounded by a conifer forest with walking trails throughout. In addition to the classic park amenities, note that Northacres also has an off-leash dog park.  Are dog parks open right now?

Looking to see some wildlife? Beaver Pond Natural Area is home to an active beaver population. It is also a great place for birdwatching and seeing other wildlife that live along Thorton Creek. 

See more of Thorton Creek on a walk in the Kingfisher Natural Area. This green space features native vegetation and premiere wildlife viewing.

Head to Meadowbrook Pond for a peaceful getaway full of unique art pieces and wildlife sightings. Meadowbrook Pond is where the north fork and south fork of Thorton Creek meet. 

You might recognize Matthew’s Beach from the famous polar bear plunge every New Year’s Day or from the swimming opportunities in the summer. In addition to beautiful views of Lake Washington, the park has a big meadow to enjoy. It’s where Thorton Creek flows into Lake Washington. It’s a great stop if you’re on a bike ride or a long walk on the Burke Gilman. Be sure to check out the trail behind the swimming pool and community center! 

Head to Meadowbrook Pond for a peaceful getaway full of unique art pieces and wildlife sightings. Meadowbrook Pond is where the north fork and south fork of Thorton Creek meet. 

Ravenna Park is a ½ mile wooded ravine that is great for taking a walk or bike ride through. Enjoy the native vegetation and be sure to check out the walls of ferns, the mossy trees, and the skunk cabbage!. 

In addition to being a free public access boat launch near the Ballard bridge, this street end provides a space to be near and enjoy the water. If you want to get involved with improving shoreline access and caring for public street ends, check out the Shorelines Street Ends program.

The Gilman Playground has a lot of wonderful park amenities including a recently updated all-abilities playground. Though we must be respectful and stay off all the equipment right now, it is still a great place to enjoy the outdoors and get some fresh air. 

On a clear day, Fremont Peak park features outstanding views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. As you make your way to the park, you’ll wander through a woodland with mature conifers and recently planted native vegetation. Be sure to check out the solstice sculpture. 

A small, charming neighborhood park with nearby access to the Chief Sealth Trail.

The sixth largest park in the city! Offers unparalleled views of the Duwamish River, the city and the Olympics. The path system flanked by trees offers a wonderful respite from city life along a great deal of open space. Great for physical distancing!

Another great spot if you want access to plentiful open space, bounded by trees. Great views as well! 

Frink Park is a beautiful forested parkland that serves as the gateway to a larger contiguous green space that includes Leschi and Madrona park. They are connected by Lake Washington Boulevard, which provides the perfect trail for walking, running, and biking. 

This site hosts a ravine and a natural area, but most notably an incredible view of Lake Washington and the Olympics.

Nora’s woods are located on little more than a street corner, but is packed full of lush greenery and wood-chipped trails. If you’re looking for something quaint, or a moment of respite, check it out!

Despite being relatively small, Peppi’s playground has plenty of open space to play and roam. The park is bordered by lovely street trees. 

As the name suggests, there’s a great view of the lake here! You can also access Lake Washington boulevard and its adjoining green spaces.  

Madison Park is a popular community space with nearby access to Lake Washington. 

While the adjoining arboretum will be closed for this weekend (4/10-4/12), the somewhat recently renovated Washington Playfield has great elevation changes, trees, and open space. 

Looking for great views? Head to Dr. Jose Rizal park for spectacular views of south Downtown and Elliott Bay. The park has a grassy hillside with great views, a wooded area, and an off-leash dog park. 

The Danny Woo Community Garden is an extraordinary 1.5-acre area with nearly 100 garden plots, a children’s garden, a chicken coop, outdoor kitchen, and fruit tree orchard! This is a special outdoor space for the community and you can find more information about the garden here. Kobe Park is adjacent!

Get out to the 12th Ave S. Viewpoint to catch a sunset or sunrise, or enjoy the daytime views. From the open lawn area, you’ll see outstanding views of Elliot Bay, downtown Seattle, and the Olympic Mountains. 

This paved urban trail is great for walking, rolling, or riding your bike. Here you’ll see beautiful views of the city and the Puget Sound. 

This park host play structures, winding tree-lined paths, and plenty of open space. The landscaping here hosts a particularly lovely and diverse set of wildflowers.

This linear green space hosts intriguing staircases and lovely views for those willing to go for a bit of a hike. For those seeking to get the heart rate up while amongst the trees, check this park out!

An active community space with lots of features for park users. The park boundary is wrapped in thriving street trees, but holds lots of open space within. 

Lakeshore park, popular for bird watching, with trails, small gravel beaches and wooded areas. Check out the Garry Oak woodlands, which are a rare habitat type in Washington State!

Come admire the restoration efforts of many Seattle volunteers at the extensive East Duwamish Greenspace.

Kubota Park is closed but the natural area behind it is still open. Take a gander at the forested area that embraces the Kubota Gardens. 

Hiking trails through the forest & flowing streams highlight this urban recreation area.