Gas Works Park

Gas Works Park pairs Seattle’s industrial past with one of its most memorable waterfront settings. On Lake Union’s north shore, preserved gas-plant structures rise above lawns and paths, while the city skyline provides a broad backdrop across the water. The contrast between machinery, green space, and open sky gives the park its character.

The big hill is a popular place to fly kites, pause over a picnic, or take in the view. A sundial and play area add reasons to explore beyond a single photograph. The Burke-Gilman Trail passes the parking area, making the park a useful destination for a longer walk or bicycle outing along the north side of the lake.

This is a park for enjoying the shoreline from land. Seattle Parks prohibits swimming, wading, fishing, and launching boats here because of contaminated lake sediment. Stay in designated public areas around the old works, and use the city’s current park information when arranging a picnic reservation or planning around temporary access changes.

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