Hiking · Coastal bluff · Discovery Park, Magnolia

Discovery Park Loop and Beach Descent

A varied urban hike through meadow, forest, bluff, and Puget Sound shoreline terrain in Seattle's largest city park.

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Time needed
1.5–2.5 hrs
Distance
3 mi approx.
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
Free
Booking
Not needed
Where
Seattle

What it is

A varied urban hike through meadow, forest, bluff, and Puget Sound shoreline terrain in Seattle's largest city park.

  • LocationDiscovery Park, Magnolia
  • ActivityHiking · Coastal bluff
  • DifficultyModerate
  • CostFree
  • BookingNot required
  • Best seasonYear-round

Conditions and cautions

Distance is a rounded editorial route estimate combining the main loop with a beach spur. Confirm trail and lighthouse-area access.

The 3-mile figure is an editorial route estimate rather than an official published distance. Treat it as approximate when planning timing.

Plan your visit

We link out rather than copying details that change. These are the sources worth checking before you commit to the drive.

What we have not researched yet

These fields are part of the full listing standard and are not filled in for this adventure. Rather than guess at them, we are naming the gap — check the official source above for anything here that affects your plan.

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