Skip to main content

10 Best Bike Paths for Seattle-Area Kids on Wheels

Less crowded trails for bikes, balance bikes and scooters around Seattle and the Eastside

Kate Missine
 | 

Published on: April 17, 2023

10 Best Bike Paths for Seattle-Area Kids on Wheels

Seward Park path
Photo:
Seward Park path. Courtesy Seattle Parks and Recreation

Seward Park, Seattle

Combining a family cycle session with an educational adventure is a breeze at Seward Park, an iconic southeast Seattle park occupying the Bailey Peninsula of Lake Washington. Start at the Seward Park Audubon Center, where kiddos can learn all about local flora and fauna; then follow the 2.4-mile paved path through the 300-acre park along the beautiful beach (those more stable on two wheels can explore the more rugged trails through the forest). Look for native plants and cool bird species as you ride, then finish up with a romp at the awesome nature-themed play area.

Post-cycling pit stop: Follow up your active day with a browse through the amazing children’s section at Third Place Books (which is also home to the newest outpost of Greenwood favorite Chuck’s Hop Shop).

Next pedal: Lincoln Park

Share this resource with your friends!