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    Howell Park

    4.4 (21 reviews)
    Open 4:00 am - 11:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Howell park and beach from a distance and people blocked off, not that there's anything to see from this distance
    Eva M.

    We were on our weekly 'explore Seattle' walks. We started at Madrona Park, continued north, when we stumbled upon Howell Park, a secluded park, well covered by trees, down a slope, and not visible from Lake WA Blvd. I was being me, with phone on camera mode looking far into the distance at the view of Lake Washington and Bellevue when hubby yanked me hard enough to stop my stride and said, "Stop. I think this is a nude beach." I looked upon the people for the first time. Even from a distance, yup, he's right. It's a nude beach. Surprise to us. AFAIK, there aren't any official nude beaches in the area, so this is a word of mouth designation. As others have mentioned, most attendees appear to be not heterosexual, mostly men, although that shouldn't matter to anyone. Also as others have mentioned, be respectful, heterosexuals are welcomed, people smiled kindly at us even though we clearly don't blend in. Finally, the looky-loo's shouldn't come here. Since my interest was to take pictures of the lake views, I decided not to interrupt their enjoyment and not to walk any closer. Took a photo from a distance and left. There is no dedicated parking. Park on the streets and walk down. Chances are the water isn't very clear or good for swimming, based on the conditions of Madrona Park. This park/beach appears to be better for picnics and "fully" enjoying the sun.

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    Beautiful park! Nice people! Love the scenery and views! Very well maintained and a great sense of community.

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    9 years ago

    Nice and peaceful except for the creepy dude in the sunglasses jacking off (wtf)

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    14 years ago

    What a wonderful little park and beach! Fun for the whole family!

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    Ask the Community - Howell Park

    Is this still a nude beach?

    Funny, the last time I wa there there were about 35 people - all nude.

    Who is Rachel S and How are they the owner of public land?

    I am Rachel S, and we are all the owner of public land.

    Is there people there rite now. I'm a first timer and wanting the experience also I'm a straight male that is bi curious?

    It's not for sexual activity. But should feel safe to take your shorts off. Who Is Rachael S and how are they the owners of public land?

    Is it safe to disrobe in the weekends?

    Yes

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    You should park your naked butt near the water so that your body will continue to enjoy direct sunlight even in the late afternoon.

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