Elliot Bay Park
About
Elliot Bay Park is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 1.4 miles from Seattle. It's a simple, practical stop: restrooms are on site, and there's no fee to visit. Swimming is not allowed, so plan on enjoying the shoreline from dry land. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show July and August highs around 76 to 77°F with only about six wet days a month, while winter months bring highs in the upper 40s and rain on most days. The beach pairs easily with other outings close by. The Waterfront Trail is about 2.3 miles away, Seattle Urban Climbing is about 2.6 miles off, and the Burke-Gilman Trail and Green Lake Trail are both within about 3.5 miles.
Beach Details
Swimming
Not allowed
Parking
Available
Fee
Free
Restrooms
Yes
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Elliot Bay Park
Washington
Data: Washington State Department of Ecology, Coastal Atlas public beach access. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: May–Oct. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 61–77°F and lows of 47–57°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Seattle Sand Pt Wsfo, WA weather station, 7 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.
- Jan47° high37° low1 days with snow
- Feb50° high37° low1 days with snow
- Mar54° high39° low
- Apr59° high43° low
- May65° high48° low
- Jun70° high53° low
- Jul76° high57° low
- Aug77° high57° low
- Sep71° high53° low
- Oct61° high47° low
- Nov52° high41° low
- Dec46° high37° low1 days with snow
Nearby
- Waterfront TrailHiking2.3 mi
- Seattle Urban ClimbingRock climbing2.6 mi
- Burke-Gilman TrailHiking2.7 mi
- Trail to TreasureHiking3 mi
- Green Lake TrailHiking3.4 mi
- University of Washington Campus and Surrounding AreasRock climbing3.8 mi
- UW RockRock climbing3.8 mi
- Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Fort Ward ParkCamping7.7 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
