Update August 6, 2020

Parking lots at all boat launches are now open except for Stan Sayres and Ferdinand St.

Here’s a list of parking lots and their status. While we appreciate that closures are inconvenient, this is one of several tools used nationwide to lessen crowds as we try to keep the coronavirus in check.

Park Parking Lot Status Special Use Reopening Date Arboretum – Birch, Foster Isl. Dr., Wilcox Bridge OPEN Atlantic City Boat Ramp OPEN Boat ramp use only Carkeek CLOSED TBD Discovery CLOSED TBD Eddie Vine Boat Ramp OPEN Boat ramp use only Ferdinand St. Boat Launch CLOSED Boat ramp use only TBD Gas Works CLOSED TBD Golden Gardens South lot OPEN (just north of boat launch parking lot) Off Leash Area has ADA pkg ONLY Green Lake CLOSED (see below) TBD Kubota Garden OPEN Lincoln CLOSED TBD Lower Woodland OPEN Madrona CLOSED TBD Magnuson CLOSED (see below) TBD Magnuson (Junior League Lot) OPEN Magnuson Boat Ramp OPEN Boat ramp use only Magnuson: Arena Sports OPEN Magnuson: Brig Front Lot OPEN Magnuson: Childrens Hosp Lot OPEN Magnuson: Tennis Center Sand Pt OPEN Mt. Baker CLOSED TBD Seward CLOSED TBD Stan Sayres Memorial CLOSED Not boat launch access Upper Woodland CLOSED TBD Volunteer CLOSED TBD Washington Park Arboretum CLOSED (see below) TBD West Seattle Stadium OPEN Adjacent to golf course





Residents are encouraged to visit any of other 400+ local neighborhood parks, or to bike or walk to the larger destination parks, which will remain open for public use.

“Many of us have been doing a great job at enjoying the outdoors while also practicing social distancing, but we are still observing crowds at some of our larger parks, and pick-up games on fields and courts. We urge you to visit parks closer to home or take walks in your neighborhood. Continuing our social distancing practices is critical to the health of those most vulnerable in our community,” said Jesus Aguirre, Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent.

SPR and SPD will continue to deploy staff to encourage social distancing at highly frequented parks.

As a reminder, all Seattle beaches are also closed to gatherings, and Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area and Rattlesnake Ledge Trail are closed.

Seattle Parks and Recreation continues to ask community members to:

Use social distancing: the most effective tool we have to slow the spread of COVID-19 is social distancing. We are asking people to abide by social distancing guidelines in Seattle Parks.

the most effective tool we have to slow the spread of COVID-19 is social distancing. We are asking people to abide by social distancing guidelines in Seattle Parks. Visit parks closer to home, and avoid popular parks: If you have to get in the car, it’s too far. Help keep down crowds by visiting parks closer to home or taking a walk in your neighborhood.

If you have to get in the car, it’s too far. Help keep down crowds by visiting parks closer to home or taking a walk in your neighborhood. Visit larger parks during early morning hours: Many parks open at 4:30am or 6am. Visiting them early in the morning will help keep crowds down throughout the day.

Many parks open at 4:30am or 6am. Visiting them early in the morning will help keep crowds down throughout the day. Do not access off limits equipment or areas: Seattle and King County have closed all play areas and other high touch areas such as picnic shelters, tables, and outdoor exercise equipment.