Bring on the Beach! Best Beaches for Families Around Puget Sound

Find it: 633 Waverly Way, Kirkland

Past Kirkland’s Heritage Park and down a steep little drive lies Waverly Beach, a neighborhood treasure. The small, 3-acre park offers a playground and a picnic shelter, as well as plenty of grass and a nice shoreline. This park's small beach and good-sized, sheltered swimming area are perfect for little ones. On hot days it can seem a bit crowded with families taking full advantage of this pristine piece of waterfront. The surrounding trees are large enough to offer some shade.

Good to know: There are restroom facilities onsite. There are two small parking lots (one lower and one upper) that are rarely maxed out. Lifeguards are on duty at scheduled times, and there’s a shave-ice and hot dog stand during summer.