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United States, Washington, Seattle

Matthews Beach Park

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Matthews Beach Park is a picturesque beach located in Seattle, United States. The beach is around 1,500 feet long with a sandy shoreline and crystal clear water.

The beach is equipped with many amenities including lifeguards on duty during the summer months, restroom facilities, and designated areas for dogs to swim.

Activities available at the beach include swimming, sunbathing, picnicking, and beach volleyball.

There is a parking lot available at the beach with both free and paid options. Visitors can park for free on nearby streets or choose to park in the paid parking lot.

Fun fact: Matthews Beach Park is one of the oldest parks in Seattle, established in 1891.

Visitors to Matthews Beach Park can also enjoy hiking trails nearby, including the Burke-Gilman Trail and the Matthews Beach Ravine Trail. The park is also home to a playground, a baseball field, and a boat launch.

Nearby restaurants include the Beach House Bar + Grill, which serves American cuisine with a focus on seafood, and the charming Magnuson Cafe & Brewery, which serves delicious pub fare and house-brewed beer.

For visitors looking to stay near Matthews Beach Park, there are many nearby hotels including the Silver Cloud Inn, which features stunning views of Lake Washington, and the University Inn Seattle, which is just a short drive away from the beach.

Basic Details

Matthews Beach Park, 5100 NE 93rd St, Seattle, WA 98115, USA

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Top Traveler Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Surf through our FAQs to help you find your perfect beach!

Does Matthews Beach Park have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

Matthews Beach Park does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

Does Matthews Beach Park have lifeguards?

No, Matthews Beach Park does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.

Is Matthews Beach Park a family-friendly beach?

Matthews Beach Park is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

Is Matthews Beach Park good for swimming?

Matthews Beach Park is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

Does Matthews Beach Park have restrooms?

Matthews Beach Park does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

Is Matthews Beach Park a nude beach?

No, Matthews Beach Park maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

Is there food near Matthews Beach Park?

Matthews Beach Park does not have nearby food options – please plan your beach day accordingly.

What are the activities at Matthews Beach Park?

Matthews Beach Park is not known for any activities in particular.

Does Matthews Beach Park have accommodations for people with disabilities?

Matthews Beach Park does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

Is Matthews Beach Park a dog-friendly beach?

Matthews Beach Park is not dog-friendly.

Is Matthews Beach Park good for surfing?

Matthews Beach Park is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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