Family fun ideas for this weekend and beyond: July 3–5
Play hometown tourist at these the just-reopened attractions
Where to take the kids to an old-school drive-in movie
The quarry pool will open for the 2020 summer season
Best outdoor games to play on Dad's day and all season long
Make your back yard the place to be with cool kits, sports equipment and more
Rambles alongside a roaring cascade, for every age
Sensory bins, bubbles, outdoor crafts and more
Free fishing this weekend! And getting started fishing with kids
U-pick strawberry farms are open now
Some state park campgrounds opening June 1
From an island summit to tot-sized trails through a gorgeous garden
At-home fun, virtual activities, park explorations and more
At-home camping fun for Seattle-area families
Woodsy nature trails for little legs
DIY sprinklers, ice excavation, super sponge balls and more
Win a play set or hoop from Puget Sound Playgrounds!
Petrified forests, biking paths, basalt canyons, Lewis and Clark trail and more
Our family guide to getting started with backyard chickens
Washington state parks where families can play outdoors
Guidelines for Seattle-area families visiting parks and recreation spots
Families will have more places to play starting May 5
Expert tips for enjoying birds in your yard and your neighborhood
Fun ways to keep the kids learning and entertained
Expert tips for getting started and what to grow with kids
Wear them out with these indoor and outdoor challenges
Get creative with these activities for kids that connect your family with nature
Home projects that provide both academic and vitamin D enrichment
Cultivate those little green thumbs
Spark a love of science right at home
Mud play for the win
New locations to try out this awesome nature app with kids
Play all day with kids at Seattle's best park
Get your kids pedaling with our tips for parents
Creative crafts, educational media, backyard activities and nature outings to keep your crew entertained
Ride your bikes on safe and scenic trails for families
What Washington families can do outdoors
Less crowded trails for kids on bikes around Seattle and the Eastside
Stroller-friendly trails and paths around Seattle and the Eastside
Read this before starting that veggie patch
Revel in spring with a walk through cherry trees, daffodils or star magnolia
Creative ways to increase fun, generosity and connection during the coronavirus crisis
Getting started flying kites with kids around Seattle and beyond
Turn your time outside into a lesson in science and nature
Your kids won't be able to resist these awesome ideas
Kid-friendly trails with indoor learning spots
Where to go with kids for fresh air and solitude
Puddle jumping and mud play — they’re good for you
Play with color with kids at seven local Holi celebrations
Help the environment with this inexpensive and educational project for kids
No permission slip needed for these creative outings and workshops for parents
From rustic to luxe, relaxing hot-springs retreats for any season
Puget Sound-area nature centers and wildlands for families to explore
How to have a perfect PNW family summer
Fantastic new parks beckon to families from near and far
Skirt the snow and wander a trail with kids
8 great stroller-friendly trails for running and walking with tots
Inclusive play spaces in the Seattle-area welcome kids with special needs
Anyone can do it and you'll have a blast as a family
Where to sled and play in the snow
Indoor play, outdoor fun, go-to-the-snow adventures and lots more
Awesome places to run, climb, slide and play opened this past year
Top tips ensure everything is awesome on your trip to Legoland
Find hiding spots, climbing rocks and space to run at Exploration Park
Your kids will jump for joy over this prize
Skip the drive and explore wild spaces right in town
Expand your playground circuit with these ultra-fun play stops
In-the-dark fun and games kids will love
Best rainy-day parks and playgrounds, rain-friendly trails and more
Top fall fun ideas for families around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound
Your family’s Seattle-area winter bucket list
Adventure and art pairings your kids will love
How to bike all winter long
Top tourist spots worth visiting in winter, plus tips on lesser-known local favorites for family fun
It's a free ticket to incredible outdoor opportunities for families
Fab Gas Works playground closed weekdays through Oct. 25
Don't pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
Affordable and accessible family-fun programs that get kids moving
Rain, rain, come and play
Go for imaginative play at this enthralling play spot
Beaches, kite-flying, lighthouses and ice cream — any time of year
An animal lover's go-to destination
Caregivers, work out by the playground while the kids play
Explore nature with kids at this hidden gem in the city
Beat the crowds with these alternatives to popular hikes
Savor summer's last days with awesome kid-friendly activities around the Sound
Explore hidden passages and secret shortcuts around Seattle
Our local “Alps” beckon families with sweet trails for tots and up
Refuge Outdoor Festival and other outdoor recreation opportunities for people of color
Creative ways to get kids outside and in nature
Seaview Park features awesome, accessible play for all kids
Camping, kayaking, biking and beachcombing with kids
One dad’s top tips for balancing constructive screen time with lo-fi outdoor play
Toddler-friendly summer hikes for Puget Sound-area families
Savor summer with these amazing family outings
Updated Paradise Inn offers creature comforts on a volcano
Perfect summer hikes for swimming, berry-picking and exploring nature
15 kid-friendly beaches for swimming and wading
South Sound-area swimming lakes for kids and families
Connect to nature, de-stress and get some fresh air with these suggestions
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
Hungry campers will love these tasty (and easy!) recipes
Slides, bikes and family fun by the bay
Enjoy kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding with kids this summer
This year's winners and finalists
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
Plus, spectacular yurting spots in Oregon and Washington
Low-hassle camping events you and your kids will love
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Have a mini vacay day with a glorious family picnic
Splash, play and stay cool at a fantastic outdoor swimming pool this summer
Your kids may never want to leave this park
AquaSox games are a family-fun home run
Gear up and stay safe in the wild, plus what to do if you see a wild animal
Entice the kids on a hike with the reward of a roaring cascade
Epic spray parks, fountains and water-play hot spots
Get close to pigs, goats, chickens, kangaroos and more at these fun family farms
Hands up for a rhubarb cream cheese hand pie!
Unleash kids' imaginations exploring a fort, climbing a tower or touring a treehouse
Swimming, sunshine and Syrah — everyone finds their happy place at this central Washington lake
All aboard for rural and urban railroad rides
Flower fun, play stops, scoop shops and more
Get out of the house with these fun ideas
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
Top takeaway: Avoid crowds!
One mom's snow-day takeaway
Help your kids rock their first sleepaway camp
Get outside and scour wild, beautiful places with your family
Popular winter recreation programs for families affected by shutdown
Have you visited these fantastic new play spots?
A famous local park is now a not-to-be-missed play destination
Climbing structures, swings, slide, picnic shelters, paved path and more
Early dismissal? Afternoon outings with kids
Kid-friendly grassy space, splash pad, boardwalk bench and more
Run, climb, swing, play and make music at expanded community park
Climbing structures, roller slide, play fields and terrific views
A growing movement of nature-oriented outdoor preschools takes off
Tips, tours and on-land viewing spots for families
5 summer adventures for families around Enumclaw
Entice them out on the trail with these treks to a "prize"
Amazing family-friendly summer music fests your whole family will love
Because you’ve gotta make the most of the sunny season
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
Grab the kids and head for the hills — but first, sleep in
Sweet snacks that kids can cook
We're celebrating Moms with a special contest.
Iceland's been discovered; take your family to this incredible spot instead
Free program blends tech and nature into family adventure
Channel the power of Earth Day all year long
Seattle Parks opens awesome new Victory Heights Playground
See the stars, explore the woods, peer under the sea and more — after dark
Wenatchee to Leavenworth and beyond
Win over $1,300 in gift cards and services
Just 40 minutes from Seattle, the historic town has charm and family adventures in spades
A new state program means big things for this popular option
Super-fun bowls, ramps and ledges for kids on wheels
Share your best back-to-school photos for the chance to win a Springfree trampoline prize pack!
Stories come alive for Seattle-area families
Parks blogger Linnea Westerlind publishes a new guidebook
Don't hit a sour note
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
Share how your family stays active together for the chance to win a Springfree trampoline prize pack!
Camping is a wonderful family tradition — it can also be a lot of work
The ultimate Northwest family clamming guide
Let the sun shine with these ideas
Your kids will be buzzing over this fun activity
Our 2017 guide to all things summertime
Surf, sail, dig and create unforgettable family memories
There are ups and downs to bringing tech along this winter
10 years after cancer, a family heads to a Marymoor obstacle course to raise money for blood cancer research
Play hide and seek with rain-activated art
The adventurous, accessible playground at Lake Sammamish State Park
Take a cue from these parents when it comes to your happy camper
Try these clever apps to encourage outdoor adventures
On taking the kids along on wild-food-finding adventures
A unique bee garden, play-friendly children's gardens, secret Japanese gardens and much more
Want the scenic views without the crowds? Head to these lesser-known but equally awe-inspiring national parks
Kids in daycares are sedentary 73 percent of their day
All-ages fun with clouds, rain and water, plus kid-friendly hiking
Seize the season with these ideas
These critter-rich greenspaces are a perfect spring outing with young kids
Huge rocks carried by glaciers are fascinating to see and super fun to climb on
Because they grow up too fast
Leave the stuff behind with this gift guide to fun activities, kid-friendly classes and giving back
Canvas tents, tipis, post-and-beam platform cabins and more rustic comfort
