Or float around in an easy-to-steer passenger boat with Seattle Electric Boats (2046 Westlake Ave N #102) or in a floating Jacuzzi with Hot Tub Boats (2520 Westlake Ave N). Gather friends or family and spend an afternoon on a Cycle Saloon (2301 N Northlake Way) pontoon around Lake Union. On Lake Union, participate in “living history” at The Center for Wooden Boats (1010 Valley St) by taking out a historic sail or rowboat. Ride Like the WindĮxperienced boaters can rent a small Hobie Wave catamaran at Sail Sand Point (7861 62nd Ave NE), or book a larger sailboat-with or without a captain-from the online rental marketplace Boatsetter. Combine a voyage around Lake Union with rockfish tacos from the café at Agua Verde Paddle Club (1307 NE Boat St), or let an expert show you around on a guided Elliott Bay sunset tour with Alki Kayak Tours (1660 Harbor Ave SW) or Salmon Bay and Ballard Locks with Ballard Kayak & Paddleboard (7901 Seaview Ave NW). Cruise around Green Lake in a pedal boat or water bike with rentals from Greenlake Boathouse (7351 E Green Lake Dr N), then refuel at their cafe. Rent gear from Northwest Paddle Surfers, University of Washington Waterfront Activities Center (3710 Montlake Blvd NE), or Mount Baker Rowing & Sailing Center (3800 Lake Washington Blvd S). Ideal for all ages and experience levels, kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards offer a workout as well as views of local marine life. RIDE THE WAVES From agile kayaks to festive party pontoons, here are some ways to upgrade your beach day. 8:30 p.m.Ĭook up some burgers and hot dogs at Golden Gardens, which allows campfires on the beach, and watch the sun set over Bainbridge Island and the Olympic Mountains. Head to one of the several metro-area parks that present family-friendly evening concerts (usually in July and August), such as Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland and Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park in Renton, which are both along Lake Washington. 5:00 p.m.Įnjoy a beer and pub fare on the deck overlooking Lake Washington at Magnuson Brewery, then stroll to the beach at nearby Magnuson or Matthews Beach parks. Take advantage of the afternoon breeze to fly a kite along windswept Gas Works Park overlooking Lake Union. Let the little ones splash in the Green Lake wading pool, or cool off at East or West Green Lake Beach. Stock up on picnic provisions at Pike Place Market and enjoy a lunchtime feast in Myrtle Edwards Park after strolling among the monolithic art pieces of Olympic Sculpture Park. 10:30 a.m.Ĭast a line for cutthroat trout, largemouth bass, and yellow perch in the pristine waters of Lake Washington from the fishing piers at Seward or Mount Baker parks. Venture out for a morning jog or walk along the 2.6-mile promenade at West Seattle’s Alki Beach. Watch the sun rise over the Cascades and Lake Washington from a park bench at laid-back Madrona Park-it’s also an ideal time to spy turtles, ducks, eagles, and other fauna. A DAY AT THE BEACH Seattle’s geographic position results in summer days with more than 16 hours of sunlight, meaning more time for waterfront fun.
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