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Beer Sheva Park, Rainier Beach
Be’er Sheva Park, Rainier Beach
Take in Lake Washington views and glimpses of Mercer Island and the Cascade Mountains from waterfront Be’er Sheva Park in South Seattle. It’s perfect for family picnicking, with tables and barbecues throughout the park and within sight of the large playground. Kids can play on the two climbing structures that have blue curving slides, ladders and tunnels. Little tots will like the spinning and springy toys as well as the sandbox. There’s no lifeguarded swimming here, but cross the bridge that goes over Mapes Creek to reach the waterfront, where you can look for ducks and watch boats being launched.
The local neighborhood is planning improvements to this park. Watch the city’s project page for updates.
Location: 8650 55th Ave. S., Rainier Beach. Free parking is available on residential streets and in the Atlantic City Boat Ramp parking lot next door. Buses stop just outside the park on South Henderson Street and on Seward Park Avenue South.
Also nearby: For a lifeguarded swimming beach, try Pritchard Island Beach, a quarter of a mile to the north.
Up next: Redondo Beach and Pier, Des Moines
