Happy Spring Seattle!
One of the best things you can do for your mental and physical well-being is to move and be outside. Walking is free, it can help you lose weight, strengthen your heart, relieve stress, and promotes creative thinking. It’s a convenient way to exercise. You can walk anywhere.
According to this Stanford University study; “walking opens up the free flow of ideas, and it is a simple and robust solution to the goals of increasing creativity and increasing physical activity.”
So, venture outside and breathe in the fresh air. The Seattle area offers a ton of free walking and outdoor activities. Go outside and see everything!
Things to do this Spring in the Seattle Area.
Listed below are free outdoor activities you can do this Springtime.
1. Explore Washington Park Arboretum
The Washington Park Arboretum has a world-class collection of woody plants that can be explored. With the exception of the Japanese Garden, the Washington Park Arboretum is open to the public and free of charge. You can walk the beautiful trails that run through 230 acres of gardens, natural areas, and wetlands all year. Visit Washington Park Arboretum.
2. Go on a Wildflower Hike
Enjoy a short, easy walk through one of the Snoqualmie Valley's last remaining stands of old growth. The path gently ascends through a grove of mature Douglas-fir, western hemlock, and western red cedar trees. In late spring, you can see mosses, ferns, orchids, and a wide variety of wildflowers, as well as mushrooms on the forest floor in the fall. Explore Asahel Curtis Nature Trail 1023.
3. UW Cherry Blossoms
Every year, the iconic cherry blossoms on the University of Washington campus serve to mark the beginning of spring and bring many visitors!
Visit the Cherry Blossoms page for more information.
4. Tide Pools at Alki Beach
Alki Beach's tide pools are best found at Charles Richey Viewpoint and Constellation Park. There's even a tide pool-themed sculpture at the former! During low tide, you may walk all the way around Alki Point to Alki Beach Park from Richey Viewpoint.
5. Wooden Boat Rides
The Center for Wooden Boats and South Lake Union is a Landmark in the City of Seattle. Check out their website for more information about free rowboats, kayaks, and canoe hires. They also provide free toy boat construction for children, free sailing checkouts, free small group introductory sailing instruction, and other boat rides.
6. Locks-to-Lakes Corridor
The Lakes-To-Locks sites are located on Lake Sammamish, Lake Washington, and Lake Union. They are joined by sloughs, cuts, and waterways. The trail ends at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks where the freshwater of the lakes meets the salt water of the Puget Sound. Visit the Lakes-To-Locks Water Trail website for more information to walk or bike these trails.
7. Visit your Local Farmer's Market
One of the many advantages of buying at farmer's markets is having access to fresh, locally farmed goods. These markets provide fruits and vegetables that are in season and at their height of freshness, resulting in great flavor. Also, rather than being transported thousands of miles from another country, the product is typically grown locally. You can support your local farmers and keep your food dollars circulating in your neighborhood by purchasing at farmer's markets. Visit the Issaquah Farmer's Market.
8. Sunsets at Chism Beach Park
Despite its proximity to Bellevue's downtown, Chism Beach Park remains rather secluded. This makes it an ideal spot for a relaxing walk around the lake or a refreshing swim during the warmer months. This park offers a picturesque view of the Seattle skyline across the lake, making it an ideal location to watch the sunset.
9. Hike to Franklin Fall
If you are new to hiking, this trail is an excellent choice. It's a simple 2-mile trek with only a 400-foot elevation gain. At the end of the hike, you'll be treated to the stunning sight of Franklin Falls. To learn more about Franklin Falls and plan your visit, check out their website.
Try Springtime in Seattle Bingo!
Use the Bingo card to add fun, free, healthy, and outdoor activities into your routine this spring in Seattle to boost your mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
