Discovery Park, Natural area park in Magnolia, Seattle, US
Discovery Park spans 534 acres with forests, meadows, and beaches along Puget Sound, offering trails through different natural environments and coastal landscapes.
The land transformed from Fort Lawton military base to public park in the 1970s, following protests that led to agreements with Native American groups.
The Daybreak Star Cultural Center within the park serves as a center for Native American cultural programs and community gatherings throughout the year.
Visitors need special permits from the Environmental Learning Center to drive to beach areas, while hiking trails remain open for walking access.
The West Point Lighthouse marks the westernmost point of Seattle, guiding maritime traffic through Puget Sound since 1881 with its operational beacon.
Location: Seattle
Location: Washington
Website: http://seattle.gov/parks/environment/discovery.htm
GPS coordinates: 47.65704,-122.41819
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:04
This route connects main locations in Seattle. The tour includes Space Needle, Pike Place Market, museums, urban parks and historic buildings. The itinerary shows different aspects of the city.
Mars Hill Church
3.4 km
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
1.9 km
Woodland Park Zoo
5.3 km
Lake Washington Ship Canal
3.8 km
Golden Gardens Park
3.9 km
National Nordic Museum
2.3 km
Ballard Bridge
3.2 km
West Point Light
1.4 km
Salmon Bay Bridge
1.6 km
Ballard Carnegie Library
3 km
Magnolia Bridge
3.7 km
Ballard Avenue Historic District
2.8 km
B. F. Day Elementary School
5.2 km
Statue of Leif Erikson
2.7 km
Kinnear Park
5.2 km
Grace Gospel Chapel
3.3 km
West Queen Anne School
5 km
Parsons Gardens Park
4.9 km
Norvell House
2.9 km
Seventh Church of Christ, Scientist
4.1 km
Fremont Trolley Barn
4.9 km
Fremont Building
5.2 km
Visitor Center
2 km
1438 Northwest 46th Street
3.3 km
Ballard Sunday Farmer's Market
2.8 km
Fort Lawton Cemetery
1 km
Point Shilshole Beach
2.1 km
6th Avenue West Street End
4.1 kmReviews
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