North Creek Park Boardwalk
1 week ago
Boardwalk wobbly in places, plants encroaching
4 this month · 20 reports
Green Lake
Puget Sound and Islands
updated 3 months ago
Green Lake is a popular urban park with a paved path around the lake, ideal for walking, running, and biking. The park was bustling on May 28, 2026 with various activities and many park-goers enjoying the sunny weather. Cherry blossoms were in full bloom along the shores on March 28, 2026. Parking is generally available, though it can be challenging during large events like the "Pathway of Lights" in December 2025. Facilities like restrooms are open. This park is also known for its wildlife, with reports of geese, ducks, and goslings.
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The path is paved and generally in good condition for walking and biking. On May 28, 2026, users were noted to be all over the place despite signage for lane use and direction of travel. No recent reports indicate any significant damage or closures to the main path.
Parking is usually available, especially near the boat house as reported on June 21, 2026. However, it can become very busy and difficult to find during special events. During the 'Pathway of Lights' event on December 13, 2025, the park-and-ride under the freeway was recommended and had availability at 4 pm, but traffic and crowds grew quickly.
The 'Pathway of Lights' event occurred on December 13, 2025, featuring luminaries, live music, and hot-air balloons. There are no upcoming events mentioned in the provided reports for the current season.
Reports from June 21, 2026 and May 5, 2025 mention numerous geese and ducks, including young goslings. Dragonflies were also observed on June 21, 2026.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older3 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
A morning walk to kick off this summer solstice, and it was such a beautiful morning for it! Lots of sleepy birds and morning park-goers before it got too hot, which made for a great roam around the l...
Older4 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
My hiking group walked Greenlake today and had lunch out at Duke’s.This is a happening place always.The sunny day brought out lot’s of runners, walkers, dog walkers and mom’s with strollers and a coup...
Older6 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
This place reminds of my childhood always good to revist this lake throughout the years. I decided to come check on the cherry blossoms along the shores of the lake. They are at full bloom, what a ...
Older9 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
Bottom Line:It was the "Pathway of Lights at Green Lake" event! Very festive and fun with thousands of candlelit luminaries along the paths and docks, live music (featuring local school bands), and fi...
Older16 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands
Ah, Green Lake on a sunny afternoon in springtime. I always say Seattlites are like sunflowers, and today was no exception; folks were out in droves walking, roller blading/picnicking, and strolling w...
Older17 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands
Yeah, that Green Lake. I hadn't been here since about 1974 so it was new to me. We were going to do this as part of the Olmsted 50, section 2. We ended up walking almost all around the lake before we ...
Older18 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands
As I was heading south on I5 this afternoon and entering Seattle, I thought today might be a good day to do the urban hike around Green Lake for my first time. I had heard a couple years ago that this...
Older18 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Enjoyed a wonderful hike on Saturday, the forecast called for rain and potential snow but, we had light clouds and sunshine instead. Arrived about 10 am and the parking lot had two spaces available wh...
Older19 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands
Got to the boat house around 5:15, and there were plenty of spaces in the parking lots there, especially across the street. The park had plenty of folks around.Restroom next to the boat house was open...
Older19 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Lovely hike up to green lake - used spikes for the last half mile or so, not impossible to hike in boots but easier and quicker with spikes. Only saw 1 or 2 others the entire hike, great bluebird sunn...