Seattle Hidden Gem Parks List 📝｜Part 4

This post features 6 parks—that’s 22 total and I still haven’t covered them all! Just how many parks does Seattle actually have? 1️⃣ Warren G. Magnuson Park 🌳 A spacious and vibrant park where even winter trees glow in colorful hues! Stretch your legs along the shores of Lake Washington—afterward, wander into the wetlands too. Pro tip: Navigate to Promontory Ponds for a peaceful walk through connected small ponds, where you can watch squirrels and birds building nests in the branches. 2️⃣ Cummings Park 🚴 Another epic trail to catch views of Mount Rainier! What makes it special? Tacoma’s lucky proximity for a close-up, unobstructed view of the peak. The park has plenty of paved paths—perfect for cycling! I even spotted a baby seal (🐭) here on my last visit! 3️⃣ Washington Park Arboretum 🌸 A sprawling green space with a network of trails. Hike up the path to find a tiny botanical garden and a serene Japanese Garden—autumn is a must-visit for its stunning red maple leaves 🍁! I often drive straight to the Duck Pond to feed the ducks—this quiet little spot is always bustling with ducks (🦆). 4️⃣ Saint Edward State Park 📸 A photography hot spot you’ve probably seen all over social media! The Lodge at St. Edward Park is a hidden treasure—you can browse exhibitions (sort of!) and go hiking right from here. The trails start right behind the lodge and lead straight to the beach. 5️⃣ Kelsey Creek Park 🐑 This park is actually a Kelsey Creek Farm! The farm hosts all kinds of fun events—I once watched a sheep shearing demo 🐑! It’s a perfect spot for families with kids to hang out. 6️⃣ Bellevue Downtown Park 🦆 A straightforward but impressive park—located right next to the Bellevue Square parking lot! I was totally blown away when I first visited Bellevue and checked this place out. You can also feed the ducks here! #Seattle #Parks #SeattleWeekend #SeattleDayTrips #MountRainier #ParkPhotography #WeekendGetaways #WetlandParks #BotanicalGardens #WeekendVibes