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Golden Gardens Park, Seattle

4.7
#6 of 37 in Beaches in Washington State
Beach · Hidden Gem · Park
Escape the city at Golden Gardens Park, where you can stroll, sunbathe, fish, and frolic with canine friends. Follow the hiking trails through forest and restored native wetlands, or picnic in the grassy areas. Although the water usually remains too cold for swimming (even in summer), many choose to kayak or canoe here. Keep your eye out for the wealth of wildlife, including sea lions, beavers, and eagles. If you bring a dog, head to the off-leash area in the northern section of the park. Dogs are not permitted on the beaches or in children's play areas. Plan your Golden Gardens Park visit and explore what else you can see and do in Seattle using our Seattle route planner.
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  • By nationalbiscuit
    Wow truly beautiful. We came here on a 90 degree day so of course there was no parking. If you park on the street above and use the stairs to go down, definitely just use caution and your best...  more »
  • By denisejF7357GF
    We went to Seattle for a Memorial and visited this beach...It was beautiful and people were everywhere even though it was chilly (February). Very relaxing  more »
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  • By Harsh Seksaria
    Great beach with a nice sunset view. Can get crowded in the evenings.
  • By Ian Acosta
    I went out on a walk on 85, there's a nice little path that goes down with some stairs and some looser terrain. It was fantastic to sit on one of the benches, taking photos, and keeping my eye out for any seals. Got to just drink my hot tea as the cold wind swept around me. The place has been pretty clean, no garbage in the water or sand.
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