Revised Thursday, April 15, 2021
Seattle Parks and Recreation is currently following Phase 3 guidelines on capacity limits for outdoor activities.
We are in the process of determining which programs and activities are feasible throughout 2021. Follow our recent posts for specific updates on plans. When visiting the Seattle Parks and Recreation website, be aware that many pages contain outdated information, and will be updated as more info becomes available. To learn how the pandemic has affected our 2021 operating budget, please visit this post.
Please be advised that the status of activities listed on this page is subject to change at any time. Most facilities remain closed due to the pandemic.
KEEP MOVING STREET – LAKE WASHINGTON BLVD (4/9/21 – 4/18/21)
Friday, April 9 (around noon) through Sunday, April 18, one mile of the northern portion of Lake Washington Blvd from Mt Baker Park to Stan Sayres Park will open to people walking, rolling, and biking, and close to people driving. Barricades will be removed on Monday morning (April 19).
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CHILDCARE
Through the end of the 2021 school year (June 18), childcare programming is offered all-day only, weekdays from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with options to enroll either Mon/Wed/Fri –OR– Tue/Thur –OR– Mon/Tue/Wed/Thur/Fri.
Families with children returning to in-person school must select from the all-day care options even if children can only attend care fewer hours each day. Also, Seattle Public Schools confirms that no transportation to childcare will be provided for general education students who opt for in-person learning, which means that families need to transport their child to the care location. For more info please contact your local Community Center, or visit this page to find out where programs are being offered, prices and hours of operation changes.
POOLS
Medgar Evers Pool in Central Seattle opened to the public for lap swimming and independent water fitness on Feb. 17. Full details here. On Monday, April 19, Rainier Beach Pool opens on a pilot basis for lap swimming. Details here.
PARKING LOTS
Almost all parking lots are open. Exceptions: the Green Lake west lots near the row house; lower and upper Woodland Park except for the lots near the ballfields; Atlantic St. Boat Launch; and the upper lots at Seward Park due to a long-term construction project. (Lower lots are open.)
BOAT LAUNCHES
Atlantic City Boat Launch is closed to accommodate the City’s COVID-19 testing site. Stan Sayres launch, 4 miles north, is an alternate if you have a small boat that can fit in between the concrete blocks; otherwise, the launch is closed because we are awaiting federal permits to perform repairs.
OTHER ACTIVITIES & AMENITIES
Social distancing should be practiced at any open amenities:
| Amenity | Status |
| Adult Fitness Equipment | Open |
| Amy Yee Tennis Center | Open as of 1/21/21 |
| Athletic Field Use | Open for use with some restrictions** (see below) |
| Basketball | Open |
| BBQ Grills | Open |
| Bike Trails | Open |
| Beaches | See Swimming Areas |
| Boat Launches (hand carry & motorized) | Most open except Atlantic City & Ferdinand St. |
| Boat Moorages | Open to renters only |
| Camp Long Walk-in Gate | Open Tues – Sat, 10am – 6pm |
| Community Centers | Closed |
| Community Gardens | Open |
| Disc Golf | Open |
| Dog Off-Leash Areas | Open |
| Drinking Fountains | Open |
| Environmental Learning Centers | Closed |
| Fire Pits | Closed |
| Fishing | Open |
| Japanese Garden | Open with advance ticket purchase only |
| Gardens | Open |
| Golf | Open |
| Hiking Trails | Open |
| Horseshoe Pits | Closed |
| Lawn Bowling | Operated by third party |
| Paths | Open (Green Lake loop pedestrian only, ONE WAY) |
| Pickleball Courts | Open |
| Picnic Shelters | Open |
| Picnic Tables | Open |
| Play Areas | Open (see notes) |
| Pools | Medgar Evers OPEN with advanced reservations; Rainier Beach opens 4/19 with advance reservations |
| P-Patch Community Garden | Operated by Dept. of Neighborhoods |
| Rental Facilities | Closed |
| Restrooms | Open |
| Scuba Diving | Open |
| Skateparks/Spots | Open |
| Spray Parks | Closed for the season |
| Swimming Areas with Lifeguards | Closed for the season |
| Tennis Court or Tennis Backboard | Open |
| Wading Pools | Closed |
| Weddings and Ceremonies | Closed |
| Volleyball (outdoor) | Open |
| Volunteer Park Conservatory | Closed |
| Zoo; Aquarium | Open (operated by third party) |
| Museums; Restaurants | Operated by third party |
** Athletic Fields: scheduled activities can be permitted under revised guidelines. As per 11/16/20 each league, organization, or club must publish and follow a new “return to play” safety plan that reflects the newest restrictions. Parents and household members must not congregate on the sidelines during practice. Drop-in use is allowed on Seattle Parks playfields if there are no permitted users on the field. Masks are required.
