   King County Parks boast 25,000 acres of park lands including more than 180 neighborhood parks with amenities such as ball fields, pools, bike trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, camping, off leash areas, historic venues for wedding or corporate event, and 175 miles of trails.  The City of Seattle maintains over 350 parks and open areas encompassing 5,700 acres of parklands. With children's play areas, off leash parks, hiking trails, athletic fields, public gardens, nature preserves, and pools Seattle's parks have something for everyone! Seattle's largest park, Discovery Park, covers 534 acres situated on the Magnolia Bluff and encompassing former Fort Lawton. The park has over two miles of protected tidal beaches, open meadows, sea cliffs, forests and streams providing a sanctuary for diverse wildlife. The Cheshiahud Lake Union Loop is a great trail that can be accessed by many downtown neighborhoods and links Gasworks and Lake Union Parks as well as more than 35 pocket parks. The City of Seattle provides a great map of the route and you can pick up a printed version at the Seattle Parks and Recreation Administration building in Denny Park (100 Dexter Ave. N.)
The Seattle Parks Foundation is constantly working to improve the City's parks. In the six years since it's founding, it has helped to raise over $24 million dollars to complete projects all over the city and fund 3 new parks. |
