What constitutes an idyllic and pleasurable picnic site? Panoramic views, water access, serene forest trails certainly enhance any experience. Within Puget Sound, these amenities are consistent features amongst the parks, beaches and green spaces profiled.

Identifying and detailing every treasured destination within the region becomes impossible due to their sheer numbers. Many of the 56 guide selections are well-known and already popular destinations.

Others may appear quirky; yet still possess a distinct charm. The goal of this guide is to offer a diverse selection of choice and enticing discoveries.

Tranquility may sometimes be compromised due to popularity and the volatile winter Pacific Northwest climate. Your exploration with fresh destinations adds to your existing preferences and will doubtlessly encourage return visits.

This guide is ideal for tourists, visiting guests and even local residents who thought they already knew every desirable attraction within Puget Sound. There is always something new to discover.

SEATTLE:Alki Beach, Gas Works Park, Olympic Sculpture Park, Oxbow Park, Washington Park Trestle Bridge, Denny Blaine Park, Discovery Park, Golden Gardens Park, Green Lake Park, Jimi Hendrix Park, Jimi Hendrix Park, Leschi Park, Louisa Boren Park, Hamilton Viewpoint Park, Lincoln Park, Madison Park, Madrona Park, Magnolia Park, Ravenna and Cowen Parks, Roanoke Park, Viretta Park, Seattle Center, Volunteer Park and Washington ParkWESTERN PUGET SOUNDBlakely Harbor Park, Sacred Stone Labyrinth and Prayer Wheel, Point No Point Beach, Port Townsend, Poulsbo, Sequim, Silverdale Waterfront Park, Manchester State Park, Battle Point Park, Buck Lake Park, Fay Bainbridge Park, Hawley Cove Park, Manchester Beach, Olalla Bay Landing, Port Gamble, Scenic Beach State Park and Seabeck LandingSOUTHERN PUGET SOUNDChambers Bay Walk, Tacoma DeMolay Sandspit Nature Preserve, Annie Wright Park, Austin Park Estuary, Dash Point State Park, Gateway Park, Job Carr Museum and Park, Melanie Jan LaPlant Dressel Park, Roegner Park and Titlow Preserve, Beach and Park. EASTERN PUGET SOUNDBellevue Downtown Park, Medina Park, Snoqualmie Falls, Wilburton Hill Park and Woodridge Water Tower ParkNORTHERN PUGET SOUNDRichmond Beach Saltwater Park.