Revised July 10, 2020
Please be advised that the status of activities listed on this page are subject to change at any time.
We are currently in Phase 2 of King County’s re-opening plan.
These popular parks will continue to close at 9:30pm:
| Alki Beach | Green Lake | Washington Park Arboretum |
| Kubota Garden | West Seattle Stadium | |
| Carkeek | Lincoln | Myrtle Edwards |
| Discovery | Magnuson | Judkins |
| Gas Works | Seward | Woodland |
| Golden Gardens | Volunteer |
Parking Lots
Parking restrictions continue at some parks to limit crowding.
See the list here (There are some ADA exceptions.)
Boat Launches
Most boat launches are now open, with adjacent parking open as well, except for Stan Sayres and Ferdinand St. Strict guidelines are in place; read those here.
Anything OPEN requires social distancing:
| Amenity | Status |
| Adult Fitness Equipment | Closed |
| Athletic Field Use | Open for groups of 5 and under for non-organized use** (see below) |
| Basketball | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| BBQ Grills | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Bike Trails | Open |
| Beaches | See Swimming Areas |
| Boat Launches (hand carry & motorized) | Most open except Stan Sayres & Ferdinand St. |
| Boat Moorages | Open to renters only |
| Community Centers | Closed |
| Community Gardens | Open |
| Disc Golf | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Dog Off-Leash Areas | Open |
| Environmental Learning Centers | Closed |
| Fire Pits | Closed |
| Fishing | Open |
| Japanese Garden | Open: tickets MUST be purchased in advance online |
| Volunteer Park Conservatory | Closed |
| Gardens | Open Parking lots to other gardens may be closed. |
| Golf | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Hiking Trails | Open |
| Lawn Bowling | Operated by third party |
| Paths | Open |
| Pickleball Courts | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Picnic Shelters | Open for reservations of groups of 5 and under |
| Picnic Tables | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Play Areas | Closed |
| Pools | Closed |
| P-Patch Community Garden | Operated by Dept. of Neighborhoods |
| Rental Facilities | Closed |
| Restrooms | Open |
| Drinking Fountains | Closed (Opening Soon) |
| Scuba Diving | Open |
| Skateparks/Spots | Open |
| Spray Parks | Closed |
| Swimming Areas with Lifeguards | 7/1 opening delayed. Projected opening TBD at Madison, Matthews, Mount Baker, West Green Lake, and Pritchard. For details, click here. |
| Tennis Court or Tennis Backboard (Outdoor) | Open |
| Wading Pools | Closed |
| Weddings and Ceremonies | Closed |
| Volleyball (outdoor) | Open for groups of 5 and under |
| Zoo; Aquarium; | Open |
| Museums; Restaurants | Operated by third party |
** Athletic Fields: team practice can occur if a) players are limited to groups of five in separate parts of the field, separated by a buffer zone and b) practice can follow social distancing of a minimum of six feet between players with no contact. Each league, organization, or club must publish and follow a “return to play” safety plan. Parents and household members must not congregate on the sidelines during practice.
