Matthews Beach Park
7.5Locals Score / 10#8 of 8 Beaches in Seattle
free
Known forfreshwaterlake washingtonlargest beachtrail access
Seattle's largest freshwater swimming beach on Lake Washington, located in a residential northeast neighborhood and popular with families. The wide sandy beach, grassy fields, and long swim area make it ideal for a full day out. It connects to the Burke-Gilman Trail, so cyclists and joggers pass through regularly. Lifeguards are on duty in summer but the water can get weedy near the edges.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.5/10- Value9.5
- Iconic5.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level6.5
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility7.5
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