Discovery Park | Seattle's Springtime Paradise 🌊🌿
Our recent visit to Discovery Park (3801 W Government Way, Seattle, WA) proved once again why this urban oasis remains one of our favorite weekend escapes. Just 30 minutes from Bellevue, this park offers the perfect blend of beachcombing, hiking, and breathtaking views. 📍 Location & Access: Discovery Park, Seattle, WA (Easy drive from Bellevue - park at East Parking Lot for easiest access) 💫 Our Perfect 2-Hour Itinerary: 🏖️ West Point Lighthouse & Miracle Beach • Stunning panoramic views of: Mount Rainier to the south Olympic Mountains to the west • Watch sailboats glide across the water • Admire paragliders (or kite-surfers?) riding the winds • Fun fact: Low tide reveals hundreds of clam siphons - nature's tiny fountains! 🌄 Trail Outlook • Elevated cliffside perch with sweeping views • Harbor filled with sailboats • Surprising wildlife sightings: Seals barking in the distance Bald eagle soaring overhead (get a close look at its distinctive white head and yellow talons!) 🌈 Layered Landscape Magic: The beach scenery creates a perfect natural gradient: Azure blue sky Snow-capped mountains Sparkling ocean waves Golden brown sand Gray pebble beach Driftwood edges Lush green lawn dotted with dandelions Dense forest backdrop #SeattleSpringBreak #DiscoveryParkAdventure #UrbanHiking #BeachDaySeattle #WeekendGetaway #NatureTherapy #PacificNorthwest #SpringInSeattle #OutdoorAdventures #FamilyFriendly