Carkeek Park
- Park
- Regional draw
- Seattle
Carkeek Park combines forested trails, wetlands and a Puget Sound shoreline setting in northwest Seattle.
The park’s varied terrain offers options for a woodland walk as well as views toward the beach, with an orchard and a salmon-themed play area adding other points of interest.
Check current city notices before planning beach access, particularly the pedestrian railroad-bridge replacement project. Use designated crossings and never cross the active railway tracks at ground level. Choose a route suited to the slopes and current conditions, and follow closures or diversions affecting particular paths and facilities.
Visitor details reviewed October 27, 2026. Consult primary place information for background, and confirm current access and operating arrangements before visiting. View on OpenStreetMap.
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