Seward Park
A great loop trail and a swimming beach along the waters of Lake Washington are the main attractions here. In addition to the usual picnic tables and play areas, Seward Park has a fish hatchery, art studio, hiking trails, and amphitheater.
Location: Seattle. 5898 Lake Washington Blvd
Hours: 4:00 am to 11:30 pm .
Parking: Big parking lot, some street parking.
Phone: (206)- 684-4075
Restrooms: Yes
Facilities:
5 picnic shelters and several tables, play area, 2 unlighted tennis courts, swimming -guarded beach during the summer, art studio, bike and walking paths, hiking trails, fishing hatchery, amphitheater, native plant garden.
Remarks:The Friends of Seward Park sponsors activities and work parties. The city bought the area in 1911 and named it after William H Seward, the Secretary of State responsible for America buying Alaska in 1856. The fish ponds were built in 1935 in an effort to make Lake Washington a "fishermen's paradise." For years, the amphitheater was the scene of a lavish orchestra and dance production.
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