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Green Lake Park
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Green Lake, Seattle
"Lots of runners, but usually too packed to get really good exercise."(5 Tips)
"... out of the faster wheels lane, including strollers. The ammount of people..."(3 Tips)
"love running the outside trail to get my daily run in for the day! goal =..."(2 Tips)
"Great for picnics and meeting up for bike rides"(5 Tips)
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Nas BenaliAugust 20, 2014Such a beautiful park, be it rain or shine. Come here to run with your dog, or on your own, or for a date, or a bike ride, or a nice walk by the lake sipping on your latte. And people are so friendly.
ALL foot traffic please keep to the inside lane. If you MUST jog or walk in the wheels lane, at least go the opposite direction (clockwise) so you can see oncoming traffic and GTFO of the way.- Sofia BedellAugust 4, 2017I'll be honest, the park is so nice and beautiful. This is a greate park for swimming, boating, and a beautiful walk area. I definitely checked it out! Highly recommended.
Clarissa SDecember 29, 2016if you have some spare time to chill, come here to enjoy the view! grab a meal at nearby Beth's Cafe afterwards.
One of the reasons I love Seattle is this park. Go for a 5k loop run out kayak in the lake. They have great running groups that meetup almost everyday here. Check it out on meetup.com.
Please follow the rules, and keep all walking, jogging, dogs and strollers on the side of the path nearest the lake! Crossing over to the wrong "lane" is a hazard to you, your dog , and your baby.
Eric GeorgeJuly 19, 2019Super busy on the weekends and for good reason, it is a great park. I have run the trail around this lake so many times I could do it with my eyes closed.
Damon ConklinNovember 29, 2020Enjoy this great little getaway in the heart of Seattle. There may be lots of people there so be nice enjoy the vibe. Not everyone is going to do it perfect and that’s just perfect
Jaysheel ShahDecember 17, 2015Good spot for jogging. Usually filled with other super-healthy runners ... Pretty busy even on a Saturday morning ... although I have managed to find parking, except for when they have rowing events
Taylor WinnAugust 13, 2019Take your time walking around the lake. It is beautiful, especially in the summer.
HISTORYApril 12, 2010This artificial lake is home to a variety of geese, ducks & other wildlife. 1 lap around the lake is just 2.8 miles, & you can rent in-line skates or beach cruisers at nearby Gregg's Greenlake Cycle.
EricSeptember 3, 2012Be sure that your feet are broken into whatever sandals you own because you will get blisters from the lap around the lake. Otherwise enjoy the view and the sun.
Rebekah NguyenAugust 31, 2023Green Lake at 9 minutes drive to the east of Seattle dentist Evergreen Smile Studio
Bill CaplesJuly 17, 2015A Seattle gem, especially in good weather. Fun to walk around with multiple good dining options.
Robby DelawareJuly 31, 2012WHOLE LOTTA NOSTALGIA: According to local legend, Led Zepplin once opened for Herman's Hermits on a platform at the SW corner of Green Lake back in the 60s.
James TanliaoAugust 26, 2014Scenic sunset. There are basketball courts, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and tennis courts in the vicinity.
France FreemanJune 6, 2010Inner path around the lake is about 2.79 miles. Beautiful place to jog whether it's sunny or cloudy, but expect sunny weekend days to be quite busy with lots and kids and animals on the trail.
Playing on the monkey bar's. All water activities are fun. Great family environment. ..
- Saint MarcJuly 19, 2021The water cleanliness, women running around in yoga pants with a passion to out breed the impending alien invasion, seriously though, California dimes lol, where you you at Sue Bird uffff.
Nadia ChilmonikMarch 8, 2015Amazing! So many dogs and runners. had an awesome time but know that the kids playground is crowded
Sam GrJuly 31, 2014Run around the lake on a weekend morning to get some energy from the masses. Great 3 mile loop!
Glad we're lucky enough to have this beautiful spot next to the pretty awesome man-made lake!
Nobodyfamous Timothy KJanuary 18, 2014Great way to start the day while getting your cosmic body's energy flowing with few laps around this beautiful lake.
Sarah FoleyMarch 28, 2015An easy-breezy 2.8 mile walk around the lake is the best way to start my day
- AllisonSeptember 26, 2016Some of the best dog watching in the city. So many people bring their dogs to walk here.
- Oremo OchilloSeptember 3, 2017Great way to kill an hour an 10 minutes or so. Bring a friend and some water
- Please keep your children out of the faster wheels lane, including strollers. The ammount of people I see eat it because we really don't want to hurt your kiddos is unbelievable (and painful!) xoxo
Use good manners on the busy 2.8mile loop - it gets crowded in nice weather and everyone wants to enjoy it.
Jon PiersonSeptember 26, 2011A run around the outside trail is a little over 5k and always less crowded!
Cassidy EmgeSeptember 3, 2012Excellent running loop. Can get really crowded. Just mind your p's and q's.
Chris LindhartsenJuly 15, 2012Take a bike ride around the lake - or a few, just remember to watch for people and your own pace.
Watch out for the Green Lake rapist! [lovely place for a jog, leisurely stroll, place for your little dog to poop.]- annoying when the history channel leaves a tip that is wrong.Greenlake is not manmade- it was mapped on the first maps of Seattle, and Greggs stopped renting rollerblades more than 5 years ago.
- After a nice ride and then a walk stop in at the Urban Bakery for the lunch special. Today is half sand with soup or salad.
Alex HurminatorJuly 14, 2019Wondering why ppl doesn’t read god damned sights, there is the lines for bikes rollers, and other one for a walkers....
The American Foundation for Suicide PreventionSeptember 27, 2011On October 1, 2011, Green Lake Park played host to one of our Out of the Darkness Community Walks to raise money for vital research, education and outreach programs for suicide prevention.
- Mia ColeJanuary 23, 2010Great place to people watch or take your dog for a spin. Lots of runners, but usually too packed to get really good exercise.
- sullystanSeptember 11, 2011Real runners take the outside loop to avoid families in a row or not-so-smooth rollerbladers who tend to weave in and out
The pool here has kids swim lessons in the Summer. Sign up early
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