Guide to Saint Edward State Park in Seattle

📍 Saint Edward State Park ✅ Parking: Discover Pass required (annual pass offers great value!). ✅ Gear: Bug spray + sunscreen + picnic mat + carrier (essential for kid-friendly trails). ❌ Avoid: Playground wooden structures can be slippery on rainy days—visit on sunny days instead! ❌ Lake Trail caution: We tried two sections—one steep 0.4mi and one gentle 0.6mi route (exact trail numbers forgotten). The lake lacked shallow areas for wading, though some visitors were swimming. 🌟 Lifesaver Upper Park Features ✅ Picnic area YYDS: Shaded lawns with picnic tables near the playground, under giant trees. ✅ Wooden castle playground: A paradise for kids! ✅ The Lodge hotel: A century-old seminary converted into a stunning retreat. #Seattle#Saint Edward State Park#Washington life#Seattle guide