Park · Discovery Park and Golden Gardens, Seattle

Golden Gardens Park

Golden Gardens Park
Photo: Joe Mabel, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Golden Gardens Park lies on the edge of Puget Sound. It has a sandy beach, wooded paths, and open lawns. Walkers use the trails and watch boats pass on the water.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Seattle & the Sound

Visiting Golden Gardens Park: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
Two hours
Best time
Late afternoon for sunset
Getting there
Bus 45 or drive from downtown Seattle

Seattle itineraries with Golden Gardens Park

Day 2 of Seattle & the Sound

Discovery Park and Golden Gardens

How Golden Gardens Park fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Discovery Park HikeDiscovery Park
  2. 11:15West Point LighthouseWest Point Lighthouse
  3. 14:00Golden Gardens ParkGolden Gardens Park
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Golden Gardens Park FAQs

Is Golden Gardens Park free?

Yes. There is no entry fee.

Can you swim at Golden Gardens Park?

The water is cold. Some people wade in summer.

Does Golden Gardens Park have parking?

Yes. Lots are available near the beach.

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