Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Seattle

Dustin D. • August 16, 2014Awesome view of the Seattle skyline. We did our wedding pictures here.

Candice R. • July 26, 2016I love this beach, it has great viewpoints of the city and a lot of fun spots to eat and explore

AmateurConcierge • October 13, 2018Awesome dog run about 20 min outside of downtown. Nice trail, agility course and a bunch of open space

Doug B. • August 17, 2014Great views, take a nice walk along the water. Plenty of places for a picnic or family gathering. Also has a large pool for a fee.

KC S. • December 28, 2014Beautiful downtown Seattle view... even in the winter! Nice walking path too.

Tom L. • October 24, 2011Check the tide schedule. Awesome beach combing at low tide.

Bradley A. E. • February 8, 2010Schmitz Preserve Park is a veritable Oasis in the otherwise Urban environment of West Seattle. Once you are down in the Ravine the sounds of Civilization, literally, disappear!

Kate H. • January 15, 2015Love the views here, rain, sun or fog, it never fails to make me happy!

Chad J. • November 2, 2011Best view of the Seattle skyline especially at sunrise and sunset. Gorgeous views of the Olympics and watch the Ferries traverse the Salish Sea.

Jeff N. • November 15, 2011Take a blanket and a light lunch and enjoy the view on a nice day.

Christine R. • April 9, 2017Quiet little viewpoint with several benches and some green space if you have a pet or want to picnic

Vince M. • July 20, 2013Great photos can be taken of the city from here

Larissa V. • October 22, 2017Good place for a run in all weather.

Dean A. • November 18, 201368 acres of trails in the heart of west Seattle

Jason E. • July 1, 2013Love the new spray park. We went on opening weekend so it was kind of a madhouse. But our 2.5 year old had a great time. Shade is in short supply, so consider a pop-up shelter or umbrella.

Kristin B. • February 26, 2012Breathe deeply...the beach is healing... :-)

Dest S. • February 22, 2014This park is basically a forest with trails. Great for dog walking and communing with nature.

Child M. • June 18, 2012Peaceful place. Check the ducks on the side of the park.

James W. • November 12, 2013The metal constellation maps inlaid in the Beach Drive sidewalk on this stunning waterfront park represent the season and spot where you can best view each respective constellation.

James W. • November 12, 2013If you are able to take your eyes off the gorgeous views of the Sound and Olympic Mountains, you may see actual cormorants or even sea otters around this area.

Sidney C. • June 28, 2014Park consists of a parking lot and a dock. Gorgeous view of the city. But I recommend going to Alki for the beach fun.

Tony C. • July 10, 2013Tons of restaurant options make it a perfect to avoid rush hour traffic

Wendy H. • November 8, 2011The trail around the pond is exactly one quarter mile. There are benches, picnic tables, trash/recycle receptacles and doggy bags. A nice view of the city, too.

Mayor Matthew W. • October 26, 2013Arrive between naptimes to maximize children and parents. Friends for kids. Friends for parents. Splendid.

Bobby P. • July 22, 2011Ride the Boat!

Mary S. • January 18, 2016See Seattle by night!

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency • June 27, 2012Check out this historical Documerica photo of industrial plans on the Duwamish Waterway. Take a photo of the area today and share it with our State of the Environment Photo Project.

Jason E. • July 1, 2013The updated Roxhill park is amazing. One of the best play forts we've found in West Seattle.