Things to know before you go: No parking, except for about…read morefour spots Private property both directions from entrance: Do not go at high tide unless you like walking through people's back yards/trespassing Very residential area, people's houses are right next to the high tide line. Good place to put into the water for scuba / swimming / paddleboarding / kayaking. Very nice Olympic mountains view on clear days. Quiet, but very small. Entire length of beach is 15 minutes from end to end at 2 mph. They have removed the Bench mentioned in Rachel S. 's review.

I hate to disclose this location- but I do trust that anyone intelligent enough to locate such a…read moreplace on yelp will be responsible and deserving of this knowledge. So here you go! Come here as a Beachcomber- come here as a scuba divider- come here as a responsible poop scooping dog owner- or cat lover- here for peace of mind. I love this place like I love a sacred place in my heart. Connect with a deeper version of yourself here. Pray in a tongue you have no familiarity with. A praise of the soul. Be that couple, if with a partner- genderless and spirituality free- who ride the waves of this earth in rhythm. Respect and love this experience with any spirituality you may have. +bring a bag for garbage!

I recently discovered this trail and parks after 30+ years living around here…read more I love the river running along the trail. Some spot are shallow enough that you can laid back for a tan on your lawn chair. You can float down the river right between the Renton airport and Boeing factory into the lake. Awesome! One of the coolest thing would have to be the calisthenic gym for me!! So dang cool to have that!

Cool Park Covered…read morepicnic shelter, playground, along the river with other seating, bathrooms, etc. Can watch planes take off across the river. Boeing on one side and cedar river on the other side. Lots of bird watching and ducks available here.

First time here, and I know I'll be here many times over…read more There's nothing like being near the water. The view doesn't disappoint. Totally worth the payoff of hiking down (and back up). The trail (non-paved) to the beach is moderately steep. Loose gravel in some points so be careful. It's pretty narrow too. The paved walkway backup is also steep and will get the cardio going. Along the trail are many picnic tables to sit, eat a snack, take some pics, and catch your breath. Only downside is parking is limited. Go early if you can. Overall highly recommend.

Marine View Park is a small but gorgeous park that allows for some brief (although steep!)…read morehiking/walking to the shore which has a small rocky beach. The main trail is very well kept and there are a few side trails as well to make your hike longer if desired. The views along the way are gorgeous! The only thing is that the parking lot is quite limited.

Beautiful park that has something to do for everyone! There are slides, swings, monkey bar,…read morebasketball court, soccer field, lake access, boardwalk. Benches, gazebos, trails! Best part is it has tall trees so even if it's very sunny it still has shaded areas.

What a fun park to have an end of the summer party! My kids and their friends met up for a beach…read moreparty to celebrate the end of summer and start of the new school year. They have reserved picnic spaces but also lots of spaces where you can simply claim to use the day of your gathering. The bathrooms were not the cleanest nor was the lake water as my son left with a stomach bug the next day. The parking lot is a bit of a hike to get to the lake and picnic areas. I highly recommend using a wagon to transport food and drinks. Or you can have somebody pull up in the handicapped parking loop to drop off party supplies.

Lovely park with water views and access. The train…read moreplayground is a bit outdated compared to other Bellevue parks but my young kiddos don't mind since it has swings. Lots of parking, walking trails and wide paths perfect for biking, jogging and strolling. Always be mindful of what you leave in your car as it can be hard to see the cars from the beach.

A beautiful day for a hike and then ending up at this peaceful beach park on the lake. A great way…read moreto jump start Spring!

Absolutely stunning state park, just moved to the area and this has quickly become my new favorite…read morespot to touch grass. The lake is very nice, it doesn't get too crowded (even on a Sunday afternoon). Perfect for a beach day, a dip, a paddle, a run or just to relax and enjoy nature.

Decided to come on a crowded Sunday afternoon with the hopes of purchasing an ice cream. Mission…read moreaccomplished. But dang it so crowded! Thank goodness there are many places for large groups here. On the opposite side of the lake there was NOT a lot of people. And still plenty of picnic tables and available barbecues. The sun was extremely hot and the ice cream cold and yummy. Enjoy your life. SYOY!

Southport is a beautiful place with wonderful amenities. This property includes apartments, The…read moreHyatt, and an incredible water view restaurant. There's a large parking garage where we left our car and then enjoyed walking around admiring the aesthetically pleasing Hyatt. There's even some outdoor gathering spots with fire pits and comfy couches! The showstopper though is without a doubt Water's Table restaurant with gorgeous views of the lake, an innovative menu, and beautiful plating. I keep this place on my date night list whenever the husband asks me where I'd like to go. Perfect spot to enjoy dinner, the sunset, and a walk along the water after.

I love the Southport community though I am uncertain what this entry is for as Southport consists…read moreof six different businesses and three empty towers. They aren't owned nor managed by a single company. The Bristol Apartments, for example, is owned by one investment company that is different than the empty towers and the Hyatt is a Hyatt property. It's a bit confusing if this review is for the neighborhood? Do we review neighborhoods now? And it is for all intents and purposes a neighborhood. There's one road in and one road out with the Hyatt, the Bristol, Tra, Peyrassol, the Seattle Family Center, Dock and Drink, and Water's Table filling out the portfolio. It is very pleasant with Coulon Beach Park next door and excellent viewing of fireworks when that resumes. With the parking garage there's plenty of parking though I cannot stress more than ever do not leave any valuables in sight in your vehicle. Southport may be isolated, but that isn't a deterrent for thieves. Personally I'd recommend parking where there's foot traffic since the upper levels are vacant I've only seen smashed out windows at those levels. And it is a pleasant place! In the summers it is busy. The water is so close and the views amazing. I love the four restaurants. It can get loud, and with the exception of a few incidents in 2020 due to people being angry about the mandates at the time it is a very safe space where families, dog walkers, and cute couples gather. Many a wedding takes place in the warmer months so it isn't uncommon to see beautiful gowns and fancy tuxedos, though I'm partial to the Indian weddings since the guests come in beautifully colored saris. There is a lot of diversity at the waterfront and that makes it a wonderful place to be. The winters can be busy too with Coulon Beach Park putting up lights for the holidays and Argosy cruises bringing the Christmas boats by. I always appreciate the carolers. I only wish people would acknowledge the road properly. Drivers ignore the speed limit signs, occasionally just stop in the middle street, or try to double park. Pedestrians often aren't much better because though there's a great sidewalk that connects the docks to the Bristol running up to Coulon Beach Park they'll just walk down the middle of the road like it's a bike path. I have seen a few close calls with pedestrians almost being hit because they're walking down the road instead of the sidewalk. It is a great area.

It can get pretty crowded, although it's to be expected to a place this gorgeous. Who doesn't like…read morethe beach? When I visited, there were cyclists, roller skaters, people flying kites, numerous dog-walkers and even a pair out walking their pet goats!? Totally amazing atmosphere. On clear days, there are great views of Seattle and surrounding mountains. On lucky days, you can spot orca whales! Keep an eye out especially during the fall and winter, or if you're particularly committed, there are several social media groups dedicated to posting about whale sightings. You might just want to bring along a pair of binoculars whenever you visit...just in case. There's street parking that's a close stroll to the beach, and one public washroom that I could find.

Amazing sunsets, bunch of restaurants across the street, well maintained, and restrooms close by…read more Wish there were more fire pits as it gets cooler really quickly right after sunset.