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    Hikes/United States/Washington State/Seattle

    Birds Nest and Lookout Beach Hike

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    Easy
    Duration
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    1-1.5h
    Distance
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    4.2 km
    Elevation
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    116 m
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    The Birds Nest and Lookout Beach hike is a moderately trafficked easy hike in Discovery Park, one of Seattle’s most popular parks. This trail takes you through the southern end of the park over 4.2 km to a lookout over the water. There are lots of other trails in Discovery Park if you want to keep going.

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    Route Description for Birds Nest and Lookout Beach Hike

    There are lots of ways to enjoy Discovery Park, and the Birds Nest and Lookout Beach hike is a great option for those who want an easy-moderate hike with excellent views. This trail takes you through the southern portion of the park to a lookout over the beach. It’s quite straightforward. You can continue to hike through the park on the connecting trails if you would like more distance.

    Begin from the parking area. Take Loop Trail up to the boardwalk and then get onto Dakota Avenue heading towards the water. The Birds Nest will be on your left before you get back onto Loop Trail, which takes you to the lookout. There’s a bench before the end of the trail that’s ideal to sit on if you want to stop and savor the views. At the end of the trail on the beach, turn around and retrace your steps (after relaxing on the beach for a while, of course!).

    Getting to the Birds Nest and Lookout Beach Hike Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Birds Nest and Lookout Beach hike is on Caroline Street near the park’s parking area.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      April-September

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Loop

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