West Sheridan Street End
About
West Sheridan Street End is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 4.3 miles from Seattle. It's a simple stop with no fee to visit, though swimming is not allowed here. Summer is the most comfortable time to come. Typical averages from a nearby weather station put July and August highs in the mid-70s with only about six wet days a month, while winter months bring highs in the 40s and close to 20 wet days. For more time outside, Green Lake Trail sits about 3.1 miles away and Piper's Creek Trail about 3.2 miles away, with the Burke-Gilman Trail roughly 3.8 miles out. Seattle Urban Climbing is about 4.8 miles away.
Beach Details
Swimming
Not allowed
Parking
None at the access
Fee
Free
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
West Sheridan Street End
Washington
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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, 7.2 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
- Green Lake TrailHiking3.1 mi
- Piper's Creek TrailHiking3.2 mi
- Burke-Gilman TrailHiking3.8 mi
- Art BuildingRock climbing4.8 mi
- University of Washington Campus and Surrounding AreasRock climbing4.8 mi
- Seattle Urban ClimbingRock climbing4.8 mi
- Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Fort Ward ParkCamping8.2 mi
- Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Port of BrownsvilleCamping9.8 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors