Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 9, 2024

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1.07 km

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks

Highlight • Structure

Ballard Locks is the busiest locking system in the country and one of Seattle's most iconic tourist attractions. Small kayaks and boats as large as 760 feet can travel through, …

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4.27 km

Birds Nest Lookout

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This spot captures excellent views of the Cascade and Olympic mountains and is a great location if you are a birdwatcher, hence the name. You will likely see gulls, herons, …

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4.99 km

South Beach Trail Lookout Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

This bench offers a fantastic view toward the south end of Puget Sound, with portions of West Seattle and parts of Magnolia. On a clear day, you can see Mount Rainer in the distance.

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5.69 km

West Point Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

West Point Lighthouse is one of the best spots in Discovery Park. You can sit on the rocks and enjoy the stunning views of Puget Sound while watching the passing …

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7.05 km

Scenic North Beach Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

This trail leads to a small set of stairs that end up on a beautiful beach on the north end of Discovery Park, with views of the Olympic Mountains and …

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12.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.60 km

4.80 km

587 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.27 km

3.34 km

1.58 km

919 m

665 m

254 m

Elevation

Highest point (100 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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