10+ In-City Forest Walks for Seattle and Eastside Families

At Seattle’s Seward Park, many folks are aware of the paved multi-use trail ringing the park’s peninsula. But fewer people are aware of the nature trails that run through the middle of the park, trails featuring grand old trees and lush undergrowth. The main trails are wide enough for strollers, and adventurous kiddos will enjoy the more rustic feel of the side trails.

Kids will love: Roots and logs to climb on, owls in the winter and spring, the playground and the beach on Lake Washington.

Find it: 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle. Park in one of the parking lots near the entrance, or drive farther in toward the amphitheater area and access trails from there.

Distance: There are around 6 miles of trails in the park, and 2.4 of these are the paved loop at lake level. You can make a nice hike for little feet by walking the main trail through the center of the park, and including some of the trails that branch off. Visit the Seward Park Audubon Center near the entrance and learn about what you can see in each season.

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