Madison Park Beach sits on Lake Washington's western shore in Seattle's Madison Park neighborhood. The beach takes its name from the surrounding Madison Park area, developed in the late 1800s as a lakeside resort destination.
Swimming attracts thousands during summer months, with lifeguards on duty and a 400-foot beach offering safe supervised swimming. The swimming raft and diving boards provide platforms for jumps and lounging in the sun between dips. Water quality monitoring runs weekly from mid-May through mid-September, ensuring safe conditions. The children's play area features baby swings, climbing structures, and well-maintained equipment keeping young kids entertained. Sunbathing on the large grassy slope provides relaxing lakeside lounging with stunning views across Lake Washington toward the Cascade Mountains. Beach volleyball courts host pick-up games and tournaments. Tennis courts adjacent to the beach accommodate racket sports enthusiasts. Kayak and paddleboard launching from the beach allows exploration of Lake Washington's shoreline. The bathhouse provides restrooms, changing facilities, and showers for beachgoers. Picnicking on benches and grassy areas creates perfect spots for families and friends to gather. Bike racks accommodate cyclists riding the Burke-Gilman Trail or neighborhood streets. The beach's proximity to Madison Park's shops and restaurants makes it easy to grab food and return to the sand. Tall mature trees provide shade on hot days. The location just south of the Evergreen Point Bridge makes it easily accessible from throughout Seattle.
Madison Park dining lines the streets across from the beach. Park Place offers Italian pastas, meat dishes, pizzas, and patio seating with Lake Washington views. The Independent Pizzeria serves wood-fired pies, salads, and craft beers. Cactus provides Mexican cuisine with tacos, enchiladas, margaritas, and Southwestern flavors. Thai Ginger features pad thai, curries, fresh rolls, and Asian fusion dishes. Bing's offers casual American fare and neighborhood atmosphere. McGilvra's Bar & Restaurant serves Irish pub food, burgers, fish and chips, and local beers. Nearby Leschi offers BluWater Bistro with waterfront dining and affordable seafood, plus Daniel's Broiler featuring prime steaks and spectacular Mount Rainier views from every table.
