In addition to your own private beachfront, there are many terrific long expanses of public beachfront around the Seattle area of Puget Sound. Here some of the best beaches close in to the city. Be sure to explore further out for many others as well, including terrific parks in Tacoma, Vashon Island, and much more.

Best Sand Beaches

• Marina Beach – Edmonds
• Meadowdale Park – Edmonds
• Richmond Beach – Shoreline
• Carkeek Park – North Seattle
• Golden Gardens – North Seattle
• Discovery Park – Magnolia
• Alki Beach – West Seattle
• Dash Point State Park – Federal Way

Best Beach Walks

With a stroller:

• Alki Beach – West Seattle
• Lincoln Park – West Seattle

With a day-pack:

• Meadowdale Park – Edmonds
• Discovery Park – Magnolia

Best Beach Picnics

• Kayak Point Regional Park – Marysville
• Richmond Beach – Shoreline
• Seahurst Park – Burien
• Saltwater State Park – Des Moines
• Dash Point State Park – Federal Way

Best for Sea Creatures

• Howarth Park – Everett
• Brackett’s Landing – Edmonds
• Seahurst Park – Burien

Best Beaches with Playgrounds

• Marina Beach – Edmonds
• Richmond Beach – Shoreline
• Golden Gardens – North Seattle
• Seahurst Park – Burien
• Saltwater State Park – Des Moines

Best Beaches for Fires

(in designated fire pits only)

• Golden Gardens – North Seattle
• Alki Beach – West Seattle