Discovery Beach - one of the best kept secrets among parents is that you can get a pass to drive down to the beach if you have a young child with you. There are only a couple of places to park so if you don't get here early you may have to wait for someone to return with the parking place. Just stop in at the main center to get your beach pass. The beach is a great place to explore tide pools and explore a rustic Washington beach. http://www.cityofseattle.net/Parks/environment/discovparkindex.htm
Madrona Beach - The perfect beach for the under 3 crowd! This small sandy beach on the lake offers tons of fun option for kids. There have faucets set up that create streams down the beach to the water. Little ones play in the stream creating dams, mud and more! This is also a great place to build a sandcastle and have a picnic while enjoying the georgous views. Definitely a must-see! http://www.cityofseattle.net/Parks/beach_detail.asp?id=370
Madison Park Beach - with several playgrounds nearby, this lovely beach offers wonderful views but can get very crowded on warm days. Located in lovely Madison Park, it is a great choice for a picnic or just a few hours of beach fun before heading out to one of the many yummy nearby restaurants. http://www.cityofseattle.net/Parks/beach_detail.asp?id=369
Alki Beach - you will think you are in California with its miles of beaches, rustic beachside restaurants and stores and playgrounds. There is a pathway running beside the beach that works well for stroller walks and there are plenty of hollowed out logs to sit on the beach while watching volleyball players. It's hard to compare the breathtaking view of the Sounds with ferries passing over, downtown Seattle in the background and the Olympic Mountain Range hanging in overhead. http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?ID=445
Green Lake - with its wealth of other offerings, including playgrounds, boat rentals, playgrounds, and an indoor play area, Green Lake also offers a beach and wading pool for kids. If you can find parking, you won't regret spending your afternoon in this piece of paradise in Seattle. http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?ID=307
Golden Gardens - another rustic Washington beach on the Sound, Golden Gardens is unique in that it also offers a venue for bonfires. Sometimes the crowd here can be a little rougher than the other parks I've listed able, so keep in mind the time of day before you head here or make sure you come in a group. http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?ID=243
Magnuson Park Beach - located in Sand Point, this beach offers a nice enclosed swimming are for children in the summer. There is a very large fenced in dog park and separate dog beach which works well. You can also find one of the largest playgrounds in Seattle here! http://www.seattle.gov/Parks/beach_detail.asp?id=398
Seward Park Beach - offering a small sweet beach and playground, Seward Park has much to enjoy. Just beware of the goose poop and poison oak that is common here. I am not a huge fan of it for small children just because there are a lot of off leash dogs and while some are wonderful with children, it doesn't always make for the best mix. http://www.ci.seattle.wa.us/Parks/beach_detail.asp?id=428
I have totally been meaning to try Discovery Park with that super secret parking pass. That would make getting down to the beach so much easier with my three!
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