East Green Lake Beach sits on the eastern shore of Green Lake at 7201 East Green Lake Dr. N. near the community center and Evans Pool. The beach is currently closed for the 2025 season due to staffing limitations.
Swimming when operational features lifeguarded waters, swimming rafts, and two diving board islands each with 10-foot high dives for adventurous swimmers. The wading pool operates July-August 11am-8pm between East and West beaches, providing shallow water for young children. Sunbathing on the grassy areas and beach attracts lake visitors during summer months. Picnicking facilities include tables and open spaces perfect for family gatherings. The play area features equipment keeping children entertained between swimming sessions. Basketball courts adjacent to the beach accommodate pickup games. The 2.8-mile paved path circling Green Lake passes the beach, attracting joggers, walkers, cyclists, and rollerbladers. Water quality monitoring by King County tracks algal toxin levels, bacteria, and temperatures ensuring safe swimming conditions when the beach operates. Parking provides free 2-hour spots in the lot with additional street parking nearby. Bathrooms serve beach visitors during operational seasons. Evans Pool next door offers indoor swimming year-round when the beach closes. Wildlife includes ducks, Canada geese, grebes, coots, and occasional bald eagles. West Green Lake Beach provides alternative swimming when East Beach closes.
Green Lake area dining features diverse options. Green Lake Spud serves fish and chips as a Seattle institution since 1940, recently remodeled after a three-year hiatus. Kisaku offers sushi and Japanese cuisine in nearby Tangletown. Tangletown features Detroit-style rectangle pizzas with salted crust, gooey cheese, and thick tomato sauce. Nell's provides Northwest cuisine in upscale Green Lake setting. Restaurant Christine serves seasonal Northwest comfort food. Joule offers modern Korean cuisine in Wallingford-Fremont. Tangletown Public House features pub fare and neighborhood atmosphere. The area supports Thai, Italian, and diverse international bistros around the lake.
