This park in Kirkland is highly recommended. We live near it and our kids love going there.
From a dragon-themed park in Kirkland to a gem of a beach park, green spaces to put on your summer list.
North Rose Hill Woodlands Park (Castle Park), Kirkland
Local children helped design this fun Rose Hill park, a.k.a. Castle Park, which boasts a large castle structure complete with turrets, dragon murals and secret passageways. There’s also a toddler area, with smaller-sized equipment, as well as a tire swing and two slides. The entire park is almost 20 acres, with a big grassy lawn, nature trails and boardwalks across wetlands. Tip: Most people park along one of the side streets off 124th Ave, which means you must cross the busy street. But there is also a small lot off of N.E. 100th Street.
Bonus: The park is completely fenced, making it ideal for small children and kids who wander.
Details: 9930 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland
Tot Lot Park (Turtle Park), Kirkland
Tot Lot, another toddler-friendly park (and often referred to as "Turtle Park”) is tucked away in the residential NorKirk neighborhood in Kirkland. This cute park features a great sandbox with toys, a toddler-sized play structure, swings and picnic tables. Fully fenced, it's great for parents of young kids and kids on the autism spectrum. There’s also a slide (tall and a possibly a bit intimidating) that’s great for older siblings.
Bonus: A community garden has plots for rent.
Find it: 111 Ninth Ave., Kirkland
Perrigo Community Park, Redmond
Perfect for sports fans and nature lovers alike, Perrigo Park boasts some great basketball courts, baseball fields, tennis courts and even a sand volleyball court. The playground is great for little ones and there’s a large covered pavilion with a BBQ and picnic tables.
Bonus: When the sand volleyball courts are free (and the often are), it’s a great opportunity to let your kids loose in a huge sandbox.
Find it: 9011 196th Ave N.E., Redmond
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