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City of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department

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7400 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

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City of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department
Local(206) 684-4946

7400 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115

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User Reviews of City of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department

Yelp.com Review - by Jen S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This park is fabulous and has so much to do, whether you are an adult, a kid, or a group with a few of each. I mostly go for the playground and the dog park, and both are awesome. I can't say anything...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ian B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went to this park for a www.meetup.com soccer game, and it's a pretty sweet place. There are a lot of turf and grass soccer fields, and also a very nice off leash dog area. People were friendly,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim c.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great park.. I go swimming here if its hot.. And i love taking my dog to the dog park.. There is a beach inside of it, so the dogs can swim.. And tons of animal lovers. One place where people dont...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Glory H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love all of the relics left behind in this park or the submarine fins used as art. Great place to sit on a sunny day. Sucks that you can no longer go into the sound garden, I miss that.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I heart this park :) I have come here many different times now for many different reasons, there is always stuff going on here and today it was .....Maximus / Minimus, I wanted to finally try out...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Charles C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Wow! Magnuson Park also boast one of the largest playgrounds in Seattle. My boy enjoyed running from one playground structure to the next; loads of fun!
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Loe B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Love that it has a big dog park and a little area where they can play in the lake. The park is huge and i usually always get lost. When its hot out in Seattle everyone and their mother seems to come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by cathy g.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have come here so many times and always feel refreshed.Long stretches of peaceful water blessed views. Quiet. Usually, tho' dogs can be your companions here.The upkeep varies.Many special events...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by VivaRache L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have two dogs and this is their FAV dog park. You can walk up to the lake and they can swim to their hearts content. There is plenty of room for them to run around and even a shy small dog area for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura O.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wow! I finally explored the park after letting my dog romp in the off leash area! Obviously, dogs have to be leashed when walking around the trails..darn! This park is gorgeous and HUGE!! I did like...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Terry B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Best dog park in Seattle, hands down. Don't heed the fatso's that complain about the beach being too far away. Max and Digger really go to town here and always leave with more balls than what they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris F.

3.0 of 5 stars. I don't know man, I'm just not as enthusiastic as all these other critics. Although I don't mind walking, and I'm in excellent shape, getting to the back where the water is just seems to be a hassle....
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by John K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my favorite places in Seattle. This place is huge, several ball fields, a dedicated dog beach, boat launch, swimming beach with life guard, and my favorite is Kite Hill. Splendid view...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marshall B.

5.0 of 5 stars. My favorite place to swim in Seattle. Nice picnic areas with bathrooms and what not. It's really big and at some point I want to check out the sound garden. Definitely one of my favorite picnic /...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't have a dog but have come to this park with friends that do. I have birded here on several occasions while the dogs run rampant. It is a fine birdwatching spot that doesn't really stir up...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by S W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm a new dog owner and am so happy to have a dog park like Magnuson around. The set up is nice and I like where all the dogs play in the water. My doggy loves running around and sniffing other dogs'...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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lilaguide | Best Indoor Playground in the area!

Located in the gym of the community center, this playground is the best around with LOTS of cars and rid-ons, trucks, balls, climbing structures, and even 3 bouncy houses! Can be very crowded, but the price is...
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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lilaguide | A little of everything here

Nice big playground and huge sandbox with toys. Track around the playground for the kids to bike on. Basketball hoops near playground (some very low for younger kids) and even picnic shelters. Lots of grounds...
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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lilaguide | GO

Lots of parking, can be crowded, dog park near by!
lilaguide.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this park. I always find new areas to play in on each visit.It seems like a secluded area but has the acreage to be a huge full day of activity. Picnic area, kite areas, beaches, the dog...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by andrew d.

1.0 of 5 stars. Wide open and good for kite flying (thought I'd rather go to gasworks for that).I don't have a boat or a dog therefor Magnuson Park is useless to me (unless I want to film a post apocalyptic movie)!...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nic B.

3.0 of 5 stars. On first impression I'm not as enthusiastic about this park as others - maybe I'll reevaluate after a clear warm sunny summer day. The park felt a bit run down and the trails were ok. I liked the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Swim at dusk. See Mount Ranier. Does it get better than this?Not really, unless you want to fly a kite on kite hill. I've struck out most days here, with one exception. No wind. Not a puff. Barely a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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lilaguide | huge toddler open gym every friday

They have a huge toddler open gym every friday. Its cheap and big. Not like other toddler open gyms at other community centers. This one has multiple bouncy houses and lots of other toys. They even have a...
lilaguide.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel L.

5.0 of 5 stars. This off-leash (YES!) park is great for dogs--big and small alike since it has an area for those tiny paris hilton type dogs. It has a trail leading up to the water where dogs are allowed to play....
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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lilaguide | We Never Get Bored

Our kids love this playground. It's nice that there are a few different play structures plus a house, swing set and sand box. Great variety. There is so much to do that they can't possibly get bored. I wish...
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground Editorial Review

the playspace is divided into themed areas so kids with varied interests can enjoy this park... 5 different play stations geared toward different ages and abilities... only downside is the restroom is not...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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Indoor and Out

If you live in Seattle proper, Magnuson Park near Sandpoint/U-District is great! They have an area for the small and shy, as well as a huge area for the big and brave. The larger area includes acess...
judysbook.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Krissi P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Now that summer has arrived (or as much as it ever arrives in Seattle) I am all about the parks. I made the mistake of going to Magnuson Park on the first really hot Sunday, and it was PACKED! My...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jordan T.

5.0 of 5 stars. We go to this park on about a daily basis. Great place to walk around...not a whole lot of trails-- go somewhere else for that...but there's the awesome kite hill, the water front and boat launch, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yay for Magnuson park. This place is HUGE and it's easy to get lost. Certain parts of this park are def. prettier than others. I like to go swimming here in the summer when the water is warm...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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Cool Park

This is a great park for walking, running, birdwatching, playing with your dog, or whatever else it is that you do on weekends. There are wonderful views, and a really cool sculpture/structure thingy...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/30/2006
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lilaguide | Magnuson Community Center

This a great place to take toddlers on a rainy day. Get there early, because it is very popular.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/29/2006
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

if you don't mind plastic play scapes, this place has something for all of the little ones
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Annalisa S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This park has a lot of open space, for a nice change in scenery from the wooded parks around Seattle. I like the trails, the hill, and the birds peeping out from the bushes. Lots of lovely quiet...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Robyn H.

5.0 of 5 stars. My favorite place to pick blackberries and walk along the water. Sitting in the Sound Garden when the breeze is blowing is a calming experience. The sounds are unique and a little lonely.
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2005
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

The only thing missing is real bathrooms. It's nice beause it's off the busy road.
lilaguide.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Zarah M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Magnuson Park. The park just keeps getting better, year after year. It has a great view of Raineer also, on a clear day. It is a great place to go for swimming, picnics, dog walking, kite...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Maria C.

5.0 of 5 stars. This former naval station is one of the absolute best parks in the city. There's tons to do here with lots of sports courts (tennis anyone?) and fields, trails, Kite Hill for, you guessed it, flying...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2005
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Big diverse park on Lake Washington

Formerly the site of a naval base (complete with small airport!), Magnuson park is huge - 350 acres - and hosts many athletic fields, picnic areas, trails and playgrounds. It also has a boat launch, s...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Clean, safe and lots of other kids to play with.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/02/2005
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Huge playground, lots of parking! The playspace is divided into several themed areas, so kids of varied interests can enjoy this park. There's a picnic area, sandbox, and smallish open field. The dog park is...
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/01/2004
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Easy to park, usually lots of families there but never too crowded. Close to dog park, which meant that we could get everyone exercised, and our son loved all the dogs. Also an easy hike to the water.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/04/2004
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Very nice - sets the bar high for everyone else in the city.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/17/2004
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Well maintained and clean, hardly ever crowded. Close to the dog run, so if you get bored, you can always go and watch the hounds!
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/08/2004
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lilaguide | Sand Point Magnuson Park Playground

Great park,lots of toys for all ages.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/04/2003
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Everything!

One of Seattle's larger parks, there is almost nothing, you can't do. It has: dog park, sports of every kind (including indoor soccer nearby in an old hanger), boating, swimming (though the rocky beach part...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2002
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