7 Must-Visit Lakeside Parks in Seattle's Eastside 🌊🌲

Seattle's Eastside is blessed with stunning waterfront parks along Lake Washington to the west and tranquil Lake Sammamish to the east. Here are seven hidden gems you shouldn't miss! 1️⃣ Meydenbauer Bay Park • Bellevue 📍 9899 Lake Washington Blvd NE 💎 Bellevue's birthplace & largest lakeside park with postcard-perfect views. Perfect for picnics, walks, or just soaking in the scenery. 2️⃣ Marina Park • Kirkland 📍 25 Lakeshore Plaza Dr 🌅 Best sunset spot! Wide-open lake views + charming boardwalk vibes. 3️⃣ Idylwood Beach Park • Redmond 📍 3650 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE 🎣 Low-key but lovely! Fishing pier, playgrounds & BBQ pits—ideal for family outings. 4️⃣ Medina Beach Park • Medina 📍 501 Evergreen Point Rd 🏔️ Panoramic views of Seattle, Mercer Island & even Mt. Rainier on clear days! 5️⃣ Clyde Beach Park • Bellevue 📍 2 92nd Ave NE 🛶 Tiny but mighty! Cozy cove near Meydenbauer Bay—great for paddleboarding. 6️⃣ Newcastle Beach Park • Bellevue 📍 4400 Lake Washington Blvd SE 🏖️ All-in-one fun! Sandy beach, sports courts, picnic areas & a killer Mercer Island view. 7️⃣ Enatai Beach Park • Bellevue 📍 3519 108th Ave SE 🌉 Quiet escape under I-90’s floating bridge. Surprisingly peaceful despite the highway buzz! #SeattleParks #LakeLife #PNWOutdoors #EastsideExplorer #WashingtonState #ScenicSpots #TravelInspo