Union Bay Natural Area — Attraction in Seattle

I visited here based on recommendations from other local birders and I wasn't impressed unfortunately. There really isn't much to see except in a couple spots you get a good view, but mainly the common ducks or geese are there. My friend and I (both female) also got followed by someone for a majority of the visit which wasn't the best. It's a very secluded feeling place and many people were alone. Students or joggers. Parking and trail signage wasn't clear and there was trash littered throughout the trails and in the larger bushes like people drink there at night. Based on my experience, it's not somewhere I'd recommend going alone if you're female. I don't think...

I never thought this area is so beautiful, calm, peaceful, and gorgeous so much. It took a little bit of time and curiosity to explore around. I saw a lot of people jogging and walking along different trails. I hope I could spend more time running and wondering around. Such a great place immersing yourself into the beautiful Nature. I felt relaxed and calm...

What a beautiful spot to get out and enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Washington and the Yessler Swamp. Saw so many out birding and capturing photos of the waterfowl. The garden in the natural area is stunning and there were a lot of flowers in bloom. The paths are wide and easy to navigate. Relatively flat and a...