Things To Do
in Lake Forest Park

Wooded greenbelt trails provide classic Pacific Northwest forest scenes with ferns, moss and filtered light—great for intimate nature photos.

Local shoreline spots and parks offer Puget Sound or lake views at sunrise and sunset; look for tide pools, rocky outcrops and water reflections.

This flat, multiuse trail offers river and lake scenery, urban backdrops and active cyclists/runners—good for lifestyle and action shots.

Short drives away, these parks feature dramatic coastal cliffs, wide beach vistas, and marshes—excellent for wide landscape and wildlife photography.

Seasonal market at the Town Center offering local produce, baked goods, prepared food vendors and artisan products; a good place to sample PNW ingredients.

For a wider street-food and market experience, Pike Place Market in Seattle is a short drive away and offers seafood, ethnic food stalls and fresh produce.

Standard tipping in the U.S. applies: restaurants (15–20% of pre-tax bill), bars ($1–2 per drink or 15–20%), taxis and ride-shares (10–15%), and hotel porters/housekeeping ($1–5). Service workers in the U.S. rely heavily on tips.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted. Mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common. Keep some cash for small purchases or farmers-market vendors. For regional transit, use an ORCA card or contactless payment where accepted.

Mild temperatures, blooming flowers and green forests; some rainy days but lots of colorful understory plants. Trails can be muddy after rain—bring waterproof shoes.

Warm, dry and pleasant (July–August are driest). Perfect for hiking, beach walks and outdoor festivals; expect more visitors on good-weather weekends.

Cooler with crisp mornings and colorful foliage in the forests; rain increases in late fall—layers and a waterproof jacket are recommended.

Cool, wet and overcast with frequent rain; snow is uncommon in town but possible. Shorter daylight hours and slick trails mean plan outdoor activities earlier in the day.

A short drive south offers trails, beach access, a creek and a mix of forest and shoreline—good for easy hikes and family outings.

Seattle’s largest park with bluff and beach trails, old-growth forest and wide views of Puget Sound—great for varied coastal hikes.

A long, mostly flat multi-use trail ideal for walking and biking that connects north Seattle to Lake Washington and beyond.

For more challenging hikes, the Snoqualmie region and Mount Si (a popular strenuous hike) are within reasonable driving distance and offer alpine scenery.

The primary international airport for the region (about 25–40 minutes by car depending on traffic). Offers extensive domestic and international flights and ground transportation options including shuttles, taxis and rental cars.

Located north in Everett (about 30–45 minutes by car), Paine Field serves several regional and low-cost carriers and can be a convenient alternative for certain flights.