Family events and activities for this weekend: Sept. 25–27
Go play (and follow the rules) at Friendly Grove's new playground
It's a free ticket to incredible outdoor opportunities for families
Seattle-area family hikes good for social distancing
Have a mini vacay day with a glorious family picnic
Where to go to swing, climb and play
Find out what's open and what's not
At-home fun, virtual activities, park explorations and more
Washington state parks where families can play outdoors
Guidelines for Seattle-area families visiting parks and recreation spots
Families will have more places to play starting May 5
Search for sweet, hidden gnome doors in a local town's parks
City seeks to discourage gatherings during sunny spring weekend
New locations to try out this awesome nature app with kids
Play all day with kids at Seattle's best park
Get your kids pedaling with our tips for parents
Ride your bikes on safe and scenic trails for families
What Washington families can do outdoors
Less crowded trails for kids on bikes around Seattle and the Eastside
Stroller-friendly trails and paths around Seattle and the Eastside
Getting started flying kites with kids around Seattle and beyond
Kid-friendly trails with indoor learning spots
The inside scoop on SAAM’s family-friendly features
Where to find sweet treats and play stops for kids
Fantastic new parks beckon to families from near and far
Grab your flashlights and your kids! It's time for Monkeyshines
Free Skittles (thanks, Beast Mode!), a new kids' play area and more family fun
Inclusive play spaces in the Seattle-area welcome kids with special needs
Where to sled and play in the snow
Indoor play, outdoor fun, go-to-the-snow adventures and lots more
Awesome places to run, climb, slide and play opened this past year
Find hiding spots, climbing rocks and space to run at Exploration Park
Gorgeous spots around Seattle to capture the perfect pic
Expand your playground circuit with these ultra-fun play stops
Spacious, peaceful Rodgers Park gets an ADA update
Best rainy-day parks and playgrounds, rain-friendly trails and more
Kids will love the playgrounds, dinosaurs, fishing pond and gardens
Fab Gas Works playground closed weekdays through Oct. 25
Don't pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
Go for imaginative play at this enthralling play spot
Caregivers, work out by the playground while the kids play
Play all day at this playground perfect for tots
Seaview Park features awesome, accessible play for all kids
Make the most of summer days with the best in kid-friendly fun
Follow the Cheshiahud Trail for a new view of the heart of Seattle
Slides, bikes and family fun by the bay
New ice cream shop is perfectly located for families
Ultra-fun new play area opens just in time for summer
Pack your picnic and frolic in the grass on warm summer days and nights
Enjoy kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding with kids this summer
Fantastic playground, bike loop, grassy lawn and Mount Rainier view
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Your kids may never want to leave this park
Your crew will love it, and you can get started this weekend
Where to play in the spray around the South Sound
Epic spray parks, fountains and water-play hot spots
Awesome pump track beckons kids on bikes, scooters, skates and skateboards
Stellar new playground, swimming peach, walking pier and lake views
Get out of the house with these fun ideas
Climbing tower, slides, monkey bars and scavenger hunt
Tallest slides, fastest zip lines, best climbing walls and more around Seattle and the Eastside
Stash your phone and soak up the views at scenic parks around Seattle
Warm up at this local hidden gem for free
Popular winter recreation programs for families affected by shutdown
Have you visited these fantastic new play spots?
A famous local park is now a not-to-be-missed play destination
Climbing structures, swings, slide, picnic shelters, paved path and more
Kid-friendly grassy space, splash pad, boardwalk bench and more
Run, climb, swing, play and make music at expanded community park
Climbing structures, roller slide, play fields and terrific views
Inclusive play area, fruit and flowers, chickens, garden truck and more
Free skate clinics for kids at Seattle-area parks
Seattle Parks opens awesome new Victory Heights Playground
And what you can do about it
A new zip line, a high slide and adventure features at Seattle's Discovery Park
Interactive activities get kids in touch with design
Share your best back-to-school photos for the chance to win a Springfree trampoline prize pack!
Best tail-wagging parks when everyone needs a walk
Theme park-like fun awaits kids of all abilities at Bellevue Downtown Park's huge new playground
Shhh, don't tell! You'll want to keep these parks all to yourself
This year's winners and finalists
7 guides to greater Seattle area parks and playgrounds
Parks blogger Linnea Westerlind publishes a new guidebook
New reads from the Mountaineers spark summer fun
Share how your family stays active together for the chance to win a Springfree trampoline prize pack!
With climbing tower, cool slides and rock features, two updated play areas offer a reason to get outside in the winter
This adventurous, accessible playground has reopened
A unique bee garden, play-friendly children's gardens, secret Japanese gardens and much more
From tide pools to secret trails and castle playgrounds, parks that have it all
Fun for families at a cultural museum in Ballard
