Magnolia, Residential neighborhood in northwest Seattle, United States
Magnolia is a residential peninsula in northwest Seattle, bordered by Elliott Bay, Salmon Bay, and the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The neighborhood covers 534 acres and connects to the rest of the city through three bridges on its eastern edge.
Captain George Davidson of the U.S. Coast Survey named the area in 1856, mistaking the madrona trees for magnolia specimens. This botanical misidentification gave the neighborhood its enduring name.
The Village center serves as a community hub where neighbors shop at independent stores, visit the summer farmers market, and participate in family activities throughout the year. This central gathering space shapes how residents connect with each other.
The neighborhood is accessed through three main bridges on its eastern edge: West Emerson Street, West Dravus Street, and Magnolia Bridge. Visitors should note that some areas have steep hills, especially when exploring on foot.
Discovery Park features the West Point Lighthouse built in 1881, one of the oldest light stations on Washington's coast. A network of seven miles of trails winds through the park, offering views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.
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