48th Avenue West Street End provides Magnolia neighborhood beach access along Puget Sound. The street terminates at the water for hand-carry boat launching.
Kayaking launches into protected Puget Sound waters for coastal paddling with mountain views. Paddleboarding offers standup exploration along Magnolia's shoreline. Hand-carry access serves kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and small portable craft. Beachcombing finds shells, glass, and driftwood along the shore. Tide pooling exposes marine life during low tides. Wildlife watching reveals seals, eagles, herons, and seabirds. Beach walking links to other street-end access points. Views include ferries, commercial vessels, and recreational boats. Discovery Park provides nearby trails. Parking requires following residential regulations.
Magnolia restaurants include Red Mill Burgers, Pink Salt, Nikos Gyros, Mura Asian Eatery, Serendipity Café, Mulleady's Pub, Damoori Kitchen, and Maggie Bluffs. Interbay breweries include Dirty Couch, Bizarre Brewing, and Figurehead.
