Location: Vashon Island
Address: 9500 S.W. Dock St., Vashon
Acreage: 193
This is the 500th park I’ve written about on this blog. 500! Now on with the show…
I spent a sunny day last year with my family touring a handful of really great parks on […]
boat launch
Dockton Park, Forest & Natural Area
Waterway 18
Location: Fremont/Wallingford
Address: 2199 N. Northlake Way, Seattle
Acreage: Approx. 0.3
Although Seattle has no shortage of waterfront parks, it’s always exciting when new spots are discovered or old spaces are upgraded. It’s thanks to Friends of Waterway 18 that this mini park exists […]
Snohomish River Front Trail
Location: Snohomish
Address: Access at 1st Street and Avenue D, Snohomish
Length: One-third mile
If you’re in the Snohomish area for antiquing or fall farm visits, take time to stroll the Snohomish River Front Trail. This short trail is the best way to get close to […]
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Location: Renton/Eastside
Address: 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N., Renton
Acreage: 57
With its lakefront setting that’s hugely popular for boating and swimming, Gene Coulon Park seems like it would be destined only for summer fame. Don’t be caught in that trap: this is one of […]