Connect to nature, de-stress and get some fresh air with these suggestions
An adventure on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Make the most of summer days with the best in kid-friendly fun
Follow the Cheshiahud Trail for a new view of the heart of Seattle
Your family fun plan for the weekend: July 19–21
Slides, bikes and family fun by the bay
Summer entertainment for families around Seattle, the Eastside and North Sound
Island-by-island guide for kid-friendly activities, lodging and meals
It’s only July — don’t rush the season away
Ultra-fun new play area opens just in time for summer
Should you let your kids take to the streets alone?
Swim, splash and play at natural swim spots for Northwest families
Put this kids' paradise of sand and water on your summer bucket list
Enjoy kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding with kids this summer
This year's winners and finalists
Swim in a unique and beautiful pool starting this weekend
Summer is here and it's time to seize the play
Rock your summer (and beyond) with these fantastic memberships for families
Fantastic playground, bike loop, grassy lawn and Mount Rainier view
5 Old West travel adventures for Seattle-area families
Stay sane on your summer camping adventures with wee ones in tow
Plus, spectacular yurting spots in Oregon and Washington
Fantastic city trails — one brand new — bring families to the waterfront
Low-hassle camping events you and your kids will love
One mom on making her slacker son work for the summer
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Train ride, car show, berry fest or brew fest?
Your kids may never want to leave this park
U-pick strawberry farms are opening now
Your crew will love it, and you can get started this weekend
AquaSox games are a family-fun home run
Free fishing this weekend! And what you need to know to go fish
Gear up and stay safe in the wild, plus what to do if you see a wild animal
Petrified forests, biking paths, basalt canyons, Lewis & Clark trail and more
Where to play in the spray around the South Sound
Entice the kids on a hike with the reward of a roaring cascade
Epic spray parks, fountains and water-play hot spots
Rambles alongside a roaring cascade, for every age
Sweet small-town day trips within 90 minutes of Seattle
Too cute! Baby animals born at local zoos and animal parks this spring
Get close to pigs, goats, chickens, kangaroos and more at these fun family farms
A local’s guide to hidden gems for families
From an island summit to tot-sized trails through a gorgeous garden
Delight your favorite mom with a special activity on Mother's Day weekend
Into the wild and back in time
Seattle-area family rides for pedal bikes, trailer bikes and cargo bikes
Awesome new pump track beckons kids on bikes, scooters, skates and skateboards
Swimming, sunshine and Syrah — everyone finds their happy place at this central Washington lake
One family's trial run — and where to rent a camping trailer
April 27 community parade celebrates the inhabitants of Mother Earth
All aboard for rural and urban railroad rides
Hop to these family events for Easter-weekend fun
Ride your bikes on safe and scenic trails for families
Less crowded trails for kids on bikes around Seattle and the Eastside
Stellar new playground, swimming peach, walking pier and lake views
Local family-fun outings and quick nearby getaways
Flower fun, play stops, scoop shops and more
Woodsy loops and seaside trails make great starter hikes for little kids
With fewer crowds and just as much action, the spring fair is tons of fun
Get out of the house with these fun ideas
Search for sweet, hidden gnome doors in a local town's parks
Climbing tower, slides, monkey bars and scavenger hunt
Tallest slides, fastest zip lines, best climbing walls and more around Seattle and the Eastside
6 scenic road trips around Washington
Stash your phone and soak up the views at scenic parks around Seattle
Kid-friendly trails with indoor learning spots
Top takeaway: Avoid crowds!
From rustic to luxe, relaxing hot-springs retreats for any season
7 creative outings and workshops for adults only
Fantastic nature centers and wildlands for families to explore
Family-fun things to do over mid-winter break
One mom's snow-day takeaway
From breakdancing to roller rinks to astronomy adventures
Grab your flashlights and your kids! The hunt for Monkeyshines is on
Amazing family vacation spots around the Pacific Northwest
From yoga to glamping to woodworking, great escapes for Northwest moms
Join a rally, learn about Dr. King, volunteer, get inspired in 2019
Three destinations offer mountains of winter fun
Get outside and scour wild, beautiful places with your family
A month-by-month guide to the best Seattle-area events with kids
Popular winter recreation programs for families affected by shutdown
8 great stroller-friendly trails for running and walking with tots
Skirt the snow and wander a trail with kids
Awesome ways to ring in 2019 with kids
Stroller-friendly running paths around Seattle and the Eastside
Where to sled and play in the snow
Have you visited these fantastic new play spots?
Indoor play, outdoor fun, go-to-the-snow adventures and lots more
Enough stuff!
Where to see the light
Skip the drive and explore the natural wilds, right in town
Inclusive play spaces in the Seattle-area welcome kids with special needs
Puget Sound-area Veterans Day events for families and discounts for military
Gorgeous spots around Seattle to capture the perfect pic
In-the-dark fun and games kids will love
Here's how to become a camping planner pro
Best rainy-day parks and playgrounds, rain-friendly trails and more
A famous local park is now a not-to-be-missed play destination
Climbing structures, swings, slide, picnic shelters, paved path and more
Relaxing, easy beach getaway with kids
Don't pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
Brilliant, leafy walks and great family photo ops
Dark and scary for older kids; light and friendly for the younger set
Get out and grow something with the kids this fall
Early dismissal? Afternoon outings with kids
Annie Marie Musselman discusses 'Lobos' at two local readings
Kid-friendly grassy space, splash pad, boardwalk bench and more
Where to pick your perfect pumpkin, ride in a wagon and find fall farm fun
Where to find pumpkin cannons, wagon rides, sweet farm animals and more
You'll fall for these fun family outings
From Tukwila to Olympia, where to see salmon spawn this fall
10 best spots for families to spy spawning salmon this fall
Run, climb, swing, play and make music at expanded community park
Climbing structures, roller slide, play fields and terrific views
Local events and organizations offer outdoor recreation for people of color
Beaches, kite-flying, lighthouses and ice cream — any time of year
Cider-pressing and apple fun around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound
A growing movement of nature-oriented outdoor preschools takes off
Follow the boardwalk through a wild, wet and wonderful peat bog
Caregivers, work out by the playground while the kids play
Beat the crowds with these alternatives to popular hikes
HoneyCrisp and Gravenstein and Jonagolds, oh my!
Find out about discounts, freebies, new attractions and more
New initiative aims to make the zoo more affordable for some families
Where to find Northwest-style luxury, views and outdoor fun all year round
Inclusive play area, fruit and flowers, chickens, garden truck and more
You can: 8 great no-reservation campground around Puget Sound
Our local "Alps" beckon families with sweet trails for any age
If you love our local Southern Resident orcas, try these easy tips
Tips, tours and on-land viewing spots for families
South Sound-area swimming lakes for kids and families
Oh, starry night! Where to see meteors, stars and more night-sky awesomeness
Should you go? All you need to know here
Baby- and tot-friendly treks in Western Washington
Fuel your family adventures with these tasty ideas and recipes
5 summer adventures for families around Enumclaw
Relax with a family film on a gorgeous Northwest summer evening
Keep the kids entertained on the trail with these simple games
15 kid-friendly beaches for swimming and wading
Castles, lighthouses, puffins, fairies and more
Entice them out on the trail with these treks to a "prize"
Kid-friendly watersport adventures for families around Puget Sound
Procrastinators, ahoy! Terrific campsites close to Seattle and Tacoma might still have spots
Where to dip and splash with little ones
Amazing family-friendly summer music fests your whole family will love
The Seattle-based storyteller on making wild spaces accessible
Tiny, adorable red panda twins born at Woodland Park Zoo
Because you’ve gotta make the most of the sunny season
Woodland Park Zoo unveils welcoming features for families with special needs
The best cheap thrills around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound
With glamping-like accommodations, you may soon be a Kamping convert
Be a super-fan, support athletes and watch competitions for free
Adorable baby animals! Plus our best tips for the tram tour, hidden gems and more
Stop and read this before you spray
Go city to country in just 20 minutes
Free skate clinics for kids at Seattle-area parks
Grab the kids and head for the hills — but first, sleep in
Sweet snacks that kids can cook
Make or buy these tasty treats for your next road trip, ferry ride or airplane journey
Toddler-friendly summer hikes for Puget Sound-area families
Where to find true inclusivity for young girls today
Tips for getting rolling with your crew
These are good ideas even when it isn’t Mother’s Day
Have a blast at these natural wonders
Free program blends tech and nature into family adventure
Secret gardens, rainproof hikes, cool exhibits and much more
Outings for families of children with special needs around the Sound
Fantastic new South Seattle playground is well worth a trip
Fill March with fun without spending much money
Seattle Parks opens awesome new Victory Heights Playground
Get inspired, get informed
Take your family off the beaten path in incredible Iceland
8 tips for planning a rich summer
Get the inside scoop on counselors-in-training
We asked, you answered
Find a buddy for this fun game
Get ready for camp with these family-friendly films
Not a football fan? Avoid the usual crowds by going out on Super Bowl Sunday
And what you can do about it
See the stars, explore the woods, peer under the sea and more — after dark
How to get everyone swooshing down the mountain without breaking the bank
An affordable, magical snow sport that anyone can do
Anyone can do it and you'll have a blast as a family
A new zip line, a high slide and adventure features at Seattle's Discovery Park
Whatever your budget, we've got an idea for your winter fun
There’s something for everyone this Northwest winter
Seattle-area destinations that budding paleontologists will dig
The mountains are ready
Bring food donations and get half off admission at Pierce County zoos
How to up your odds of seeing the aurora borealis in Seattle
Have you heard of this snowy spot?
Ultimate fall fun play list for Seattle, Eastside and South Sound families
Geothermal drama, icebergs and puffins
Turn your walk to school into a science and nature lesson
Super-fun bowls, ramps and ledges for kids on wheels
Interactive activities get kids in touch with design
Plan ahead for your camping trip or travel plans in Washington State
Stories come alive for Seattle-area families
Explore Seattle-area hidden passages
10 guides to kid-friendly hikes in the greater Seattle area
Walk this way for spray park, stunning views, biking, beach play, ship-watching and more
Disconnect on the Olympic Peninsula
Tiny, fluffy horned puffin chick hatched at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
Best tail-wagging parks when everyone needs a walk
Get in on the sun-and-moon action
Perfect summer hikes of berry-picking, swimming and trail-meandering
Success Tips for doing a Seattle Play Street
See and learn from stunning artworks at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
Theme park-like fun awaits kids of all abilities at Bellevue Downtown Park's huge new playground
Shhh, don't tell! You'll want to keep these parks all to yourself
From campground picks to gear and grub, all the essentials
Canadian national parks are free this year; here's where to go
You'll never hear 'I'm bored' with brilliant ideas
The Northwest test play zones that let kids create and rule
Teacher Tom's tips for a loose-parts (aka junk) paradise for kids
7 guides to greater Seattle area parks and playgrounds
Parks blogger Linnea Westerlind publishes a new guidebook
New reads from the Mountaineers spark summer fun
It's free, easy and endlessly fun for kids and families
Kitsap Peninsula offers charming towns, historic sites and endless adventures
Bike or walk through a mountainside on the Iron Horse rail trail
Stay safe this summer with this health advice
From timing tides to finding creatures, here's your guide to awesome low-tide fun around Puget Sound
Hike It Baby founder zeroes in on camping
See how you measure up to an octopus, hummingbird, mason bee and more
Kids will dig into these clamming and crabbing vacations
Wildlife in the City Week is May 1-6
This exceptional sanctuary makes for a wildly educational day trip
Enter now to win cool prizes, including a $1,000 prize pack from Redmond Town Center
Less bucks, and more fun and cand the whole neighborhood involved!
Find wonder in unexpected places with this photo contest
With climbing tower, cool slides and rock features, two updated play areas offer a reason to get outside in the winter
Kids climb, slide, dig and play at Northwest Trek's new half-acre outdoor adventure playground
With built-in child care, group camping trips are more fun. Here’s how to plan one
Affordability, local flavor and epic snowfall adds up to a great escape for Seattle families
Can hiking help connect parents, turn kids into naturephiles and battle PPD?
Patios, food-truck rodeos and more kid-friendly fresh-air dining in Seattle, Tacoma and the Eastside
Treasure Hunt Your Way Around Puget Sound
These critter-rich greenspaces are a perfect spring outing with young kids
Talk should to shoulder in the beauty of the wilderness
An exclusive ParentMap book by Lora Shinn
There’s a whole world of fancy, specialty camping gear out there
A family hits the Yakima River for an unforgettable trip
Green, water-full rambles near and around Seattle
