Fritz Hedges Waterway Park

Andrew Gong

Nice park on the water, lots of seating to watch the boats and relax, easy access to the water if you’re looking for a place to swim

salih karagoz

Great park by Lake Union. This park is relatively new in the area. - Great spot for sunset - Nice vibe on sunny days, people are having picnic, reading books, eating food, launching their paddleboards, or swimming. - There is paddleboard renting place nearby - You can also watch floating houses right across the lake

Megan Osika-Dass

This is a great area to walk your dog and/or sit on one of the bright yellow chairs and look out at the water on a clear day. I'm afraid I wouldn't recommend spreading out a blanket or sit in the grass due to the amount of bird droppings, but overall, it's a beautiful area. On weekends, it tends to be a bit crowded with a lot of families so I would recommend visiting during the week to enjoy a more relaxing atmosphere.

Swap

This pretty little park is north of lake Union and affords some interesting views. You can see the I5 bridge and University bridge. There are plenty of chairs to sit on and enjoy the lake. It is a place you can stop by with some coffee or tea. On a sunny day, you can chill out here. There are boat launch ramps too. Stop by here to enjoy the northern part of Portage Bay!