Top 10 Favorite Parks & Playgrounds for Toddlers - Seattle + Eastside
Looking for toddler-friendly parks to explore around Seattle and the Eastside? We’ve rounded up our favorite spots - from inclusive playgrounds and shady spray parks to scenic waterfront parks perfect for strollers, snacks, and endless energy burning! Share your own favorites in the comments section!
Seattle Favorites
Bayview-Kinnear Park (Lower Kerry Park) — Large lawn + small playground with hill slide views — ideal for running toddlers.
East Queen Anne Playground — Classic neighborhood playground with benches and a wading pool for summer splash fun.
Yesler Terrace Park — Inclusive playground with sensory elements, saucer swing, and turf hill — great for toddlers and imaginative play.
Cascade Playground (South Lake Union) — Tot structure + sand pit + space to roam while you sip a coffee.
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden — Inclusive fenced play space with basket swing & musical elements (check hours before visiting).
Eastside Favorites
Bellevue Downtown Park Playground — Huge modern playground + soft surfaces + strollers-friendly walking loop in gorgeous Bellevue Downtown Park.
Crossroads Park (Bellevue) — Spacious playground with slides, climbers, swings and an interactive spray pad in summer — picnic tables too.
Feriton Spur Park (Kirkland) — Smaller playground with zip line & climbing features next to the Cross Kirkland Corridor trail — perfect for a bike/scooter combo day.
Waverly Beach Park (Kirkland) — Playscape plus waterfront access, great for a tiny splash break and scenic strolls.
Lake Sammamish State Park Playground (Issaquah) — Whimsical themed play structure near lake shore — pack a picnic & explore trails too.
Need a break from the elements? Come play with us indoors too!