The Pacific Northwest is known for the beauty of the outdoors. Burien, Washington, is no exception. The city has allotted more than 365 acres of parks and open space for community enjoyment, relaxation, and family gatherings. Our top Burien parks are both beautiful and have amazing views.
Seahurst Beach Park
With 182 acres of park and three-quarters of a mile of beach right on the Puget Sound, Seahurst Beach Park is Burien’s largest park, featuring scenic views of the Olympic Mountains, local islands, ships, and killer whales. With saltwater beaches and grassy play areas, Seahurst Beach Park is a peaceful getaway from work, traffic, and the hustle and bustle of everyday business. Showcasing a variety of picnic locations both covered and uncovered as well as a dog walking trail Seahurst Beach Park can be your getaway. So, stop by Huckleberry Square Restaurant, take a relaxing stroll, or head over to Bistro Baffi Italian Cuisine for a nice meal to carry over to the best tables at the park.
Burien Skateboard Park
Burien Skateboard Park is a 7,400-square-foot cement skate park is located within the Community Center Annex Park, featuring a complement of features including a Skate Pool, Fun-box, a short Snake Run and a complete set of rails as well as an adjacent open lawn with both picnic tables and benches. Just down the street is Hans’ Sausage & Delicatessen for a quick meal while you break from skating or watching the kids perfect their skills.
Chelsea Park
Chelsea Park is a small neighborhood park on Southwest 137th Street, a block east of Ambaum Boulevard. This quaint park has a softball and baseball field, as well as a soccer field, for community use. It also has a full playground with equipment for the kids to burn off their extra energy, as well as a view of Mount Rainier to the southeast. The Countryside Cafe is nearby to grab a sandwich and some drinks for your picnic.
Mathison Park
Mathison Park in Burien is a 5.3-acre neighborhood park on South 146th Street. Just two blocks south of the highest point in Burien, the park sits at an elevation of 453 feet. The paved trails and playgrounds all have spectacular views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and SeaTac Airport. Watch the takeoffs and landings while you enjoy your takeout from local favorite Ivar’s, a seafood restaurant. Enjoy the sunset and the water while munching on your fish and chips or watch the planes while you enjoy a good bowl of chowder.
Burien, Washington, is teeming with parks and scenic locations that will help you relax, entertain your family, and find peace in your surroundings, all within minutes of home. Choose your location based on what you’d like to do. These parks offer playgrounds, picnic areas, athletic fields, water access or water features, skate parks, dog parks, trails and walking parks, and basketball courts.
Maybe you just want to enjoy the scenery of the Pacific Northwest in Burien. Go on the hikes. Enjoy the views. Take full advantage of the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier. With some of the more scenic locations in the U.S., you can spend quality time with your family or your loved one while doing all these things. Whatever your choice of outdoor activity, Burien parks are equipped to entertain and offer you a great time.
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