Skip to main content

9 Hidden-Gem Playgrounds With Beautiful Views

Soak up amazing views of water and mountains at scenic parks around Seattle

Published on:

Enjoy the view from Magnolia's Ella Bailey Park while the kids play
Photo:
Ella Bailey Park. Photo: Nancy Chaney

The best playgrounds for blue-sky days

Parents, grandparents and caregivers spend a lot of time at playgrounds in the Seattle area, pushing kids on swings, digging along in sandboxes and — if we’re lucky — perhaps relaxing on benches nearby. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a gorgeous view to enjoy while spending time at the park? On the next no-cloud-in-the-sky day, check out one of these fantastic, lesser-known playgrounds for views of Puget Sound, Lake Washington and the mountains. 

More Seattle-area playgrounds for families to explore: 

Editor’s note: This article was originally published several years ago and was most recently updated on July 1, 2025, by ParentMap’s family fun editor, Meredith Charaba, with a thorough fact-check.

JOIN THE PARENTMAP COMMUNITY
Get our weekly roundup of Seattle-area outings and parenting tips straight to your inbox.

Share this resource with your friends!