There’s something magical about Seattle’s autumn transformation. As temperatures cool and days grow shorter, our city’s parks become living galleries of gold, amber, and crimson. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the Pacific Northwest, these parks offer the perfect backdrop for admiring fall foliage, photography, or simply soaking in the seasonal beauty.
West Seattle
Lincoln Park
This waterfront gem offers stunning fall colors with Puget Sound views as your backdrop. The mature trees create a canopy of color perfect for afternoon strolls.
Hiawatha Playfield
Family-friendly park with excellent tree displays, including Northern Red Oak, Sycamore
Maple, and European Chestnut, as well as plenty of space for kids to play among the fallen leaves.
Central Seattle
Seattle Japanese Garden (Entry fee required)
The carefully curated collection of Japanese maples creates some of the most Instagram-worthy fall scenes in the city.
Washington Park Arboretum
The Arboretum features more than 40,000 plants, including 10,000 trees! This living laboratory showcases an incredible diversity of fall colors.
Parsons Gardens
This hidden Queen Anne treasure offers intimate fall viewing in a beautifully designed space.
Southeast Seattle
Kubota Garden
This 20-acre Japanese garden features spectacular maple collections and peaceful walking paths.
Lake Washington Boulevard
Walk or bike this scenic route for miles of lakeside fall foliage—perfect for a leisurely autumn tour.
Columbia Park
Open grassy areas surrounded by colorful trees make this ideal for picnics and family gatherings.
Northeast Seattle
Cowen Park/Ravenna Park
Connected green spaces with towering trees that create a golden tunnel effect in autumn.
Magnuson Park
Seattle’s second-largest park offers diverse fall colors plus off-leash dog areas and lakefront views.
Northwest Seattle
Green Lake Park
The 2.8-mile path around Green Lake showcases beautiful fall reflections on the water.
Discovery Park
Seattle’s largest park offers diverse ecosystems and spectacular fall colors with Elliott Bay views.
Salmon Bay Park
Tucked into a quiet neighborhood, Salmon Bay Park offers a peaceful green retreat beneath tall, shady trees. Visitors can enjoy leisurely picnics at tables scattered across gently sloping grassy hills, while the lively sights and sounds of nature surround them.
Carkeek Park
Beach access plus forested trails create the perfect combination of coastal and woodland fall experiences.
