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Last updated on July 28th, 2022

Play Video about Toddler Climbing on Drift wood at Alki Beach in Seattle

Alki Beach is the quintessential Seattle summer hot spot in West Seattle. On a nice sunny day, people of all ages flock to this beach. Spend the day on the nice sandy beach. Enjoy a nice walk or bike ride along the 2.5 miles of paved sidewalk along the water. Rent a surrey for the whole family to ride. Grab lunch. Get a coffee. Enjoy an ice cream cone. And if you’re up for it, stay for a bonfire.

Photo: Alki Beach. Credit: Trevor M.

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Photo: Alki Beach. Credit: Trevor M.

Photo by VDB Photos / Shutterstock

Photo: Alki Beach. Credit: Trevor M.

Note to self

Parking can be challenging in this area on warm sunny weekends, but worth the hunt!
A great place to bring your dog.
There are public restrooms closer to the beach area.
This is not a beach for swimming; the water is freezing even in August
Walk, bicycle, roller skate or scooter along the several-mile long, nearly straight, paved path along the waterfront for beautiful views . Stroller friendly!
There are shared bikes (JUMP or Lime bikes) to ride along the path. There is a bike shop where you can rent a four-person bike.
There is an observation area (with a totem pole) just before the beach that has amazing views and curbside parking. There is also a mini replica of the Statue of Liberty.