Beat the heat: Over 40 beaches, public pools & sprayparks to cool down in Seattle this summer
Things are looking hot in the PNW! With warm days ahead, we’re all going to be looking for ways to cool down. Now is the perfect time to take advantage of Seattle’s beaches and public pools! Here are 48 beaches, public pools, wading pools, and sprayparks to cool down in Seattle this summer.
Outdoor Pools
- Lowery C. “Pop” Mounger Pool at 2535 32nd Ave. W: Mounger Pool has two pools in one place. The “big pool” has a 50-foot corkscrew slide, and the warmer, shallower “little pool” is great for relaxing.
- Colman Pool at 8603 Fauntleroy Way SW: The pool enjoys a spectacular view of Puget Sound from its prime location on the beach in West Seattle’s Lincoln Park. It features heated salt water, according to the city.
Summer Beaches
- Madrona Beach, 853 Lake Washington Blvd.
- West Green Lake Beach, 7312 W Green Lake Dr.
- Madrona Beach, 853 Lake Washington Blvd.
- West Green Lake Beach, 7312 W Green Lake Dr.
- Matthews Park Beach, 9500 51st Ave. NE
- Madison Beach, 1900 43rd Ave. E
- Mt. Baker Beach, 2521 Lake Park Dr. S
- Pritchard Beach, 8400 55th Ave. S
Indoor Pools
- Rainier Beach Pool, 8825 Rainier Ave. S
- Ballard Pool, 1471 NW 67th
- Meadowbrook Pool, 10515 35th NE
- Madison Pool, 13401 Meridian Ave. N
- Medgar Evers, 500 23rd Ave.
- Southwest Pool, 2801 SW Thistle St. (limited summer operations, check times before heading out)
- Evans Pool, 7201 East Green Lake Dr. N
- Queen Anne Pool, 1920 1st. Ave. W (Open with a modified schedule, be sure to check its page before heading out)
Wading Pools
| Wading Pool | Address | Area | Dates | Days | Hours |
| Beacon Hill | 1902 13th Ave. S | CE | 6/26-8/15 | Wed/Thurs | 12-7pm |
| Bitter Lake Community Center | 13035 Linden Ave. N | NW | 6/26-8/16 | Wed/Thurs/Fri | 12-7pm |
| Dahl Playfield | 7700 25th Ave. NE | NE | 6/25-8/15 | Tue/Wed/Thurs | 12-7pm |
| Delridge Community Center | 4501 Delridge Way SW | SW | 6/26-8/16 | Wed/Thurs/Fri | 12-5:30pm |
| E Queen Anne Playground | 160 Howe Street | CW | 6/24-8/18 | Mon/Tue/Sun | 12-7pm |
| E.C. Hughes Playground | 2805 SW Holden St. | SW | CLOSED FOR REPAIRS Check back for updates. | — | — |
| Gilman Playground | 923 NW 54th St. | NW | 6/28-8/17 | Fri/Sat | 12-6pm |
| Green Lake Park | N 73rd St. & W Green Lake Dr. N | NW | 6/22-9/2 | Daily | 12-7pm |
| Hiawatha Community Center | 2700 California Ave. SW | SW | 6/27-8/17 | Thurs/Fri/Sat | 12-5:30pm |
| Lincoln Park | 8600 Fauntleroy Way SW | SW | 6/22-9/2 | Daily | 12-7pm |
| Peppi’s Playground | 3233 E Spruce St. | CE | 6/24-8/13 | Mon/Tue | 12-7pm |
| Powell Barnett Park | 352 Martin Luther King Way | CE | 6/26-8/18 | Wed-Sun | 12-7pm |
| Ravenna Park | 5520 Ravenna Ave. NE | NE | 6/28-8/17 | Fri/Sat | 12-7pm |
| Sandel Playground | 9053 1st Ave. NW | NW | 6/25-8/14 | Tue/Wed | 12-6:30pm |
| Soundview Playfield | 1590 NW 90th St. | NW | 6/24-8/18 | Mon/Sat/Sun | 12-7pm |
| Van Asselt Community Center | 2820 S Myrtle St. | SE | 6/22-9/2 | Daily | 12-7pm |
| View Ridge Playfield | 4408 NE 70th St. | NE | 6/24-8/18 | Mon/Sun | 12-7pm |
| Volunteer Park | 1400 E Galer St. | CE | 6/22-9/2 | Daily | 12-7pm |
| Wallingford Playfield | 4219 Wallingford Ave. N | NW | 6/27-8/17 | Thurs/Fri/Sat | 12-7pm |
Sprayparks
Seattle’s sprayparks will be open from 11 am to 8 pm each day of the week until Labour Day:
- Ballard Commons : 5701 22nd Ave. NW
- Beacon Mountain in Jefferson Park: 3801 Beacon Ave. S
- Georgetown Playfield: 750 S Homer St
- Highland Park: 1100 SW Cloverdale St.
- John C. Little Park: 6961 37th Ave. S
- Judkins Park: 2150 S Norman St
- Lake Union Park: 860 Terry Ave., N
- Miller Community Center/Playfield: 330 19th Ave E
- Northacres Park: 12718 1st Ave. NE
- Pratt Park: 201 20th Ave S
- Yesler Terrace Park: 917 E Yesler Way
Be sure to check each site before heading out, as some are also weather dependant. Stay safe, and stay hydrated!
