Golden Gardens Bathhouse

Event venue · Ballard

Golden Gardens offers a rare stretch of sandy beach right in the city, with sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Families flock here for tidepooling, picnic spots, and playgrounds, while the historic bathhouse—run by Seattle Parks—hosts community programs and seasonal events. Sunset Magazine highlights Golden Gardens as a quintessential Seattle outing, beloved for its natural beauty and relaxed, family-friendly vibe.

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8498 Seaview Pl NW, Seattle, WA 98117 Get directions

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