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St. Edwards State Park
Saint Edward State Park is a 316-acre day-use park with 3,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on Lake Washington. Once a Catholic seminary, the park's rich history reflects in its grounds and architecture. Walks along the undeveloped lakeshore are peaceful and give the visitor many opportunities for nature study.
Getting There: The park is located at the north end of Lake Washington in Kenmore, Wash. How to get here depends on where you are driving from.
From I-405 northbound: Take exit #20-A (116th St. N.E.) and turn west (left). Travel 4.5 miles. (At 98th Ave., the road name changes to Juanita Dr.) Park entrance is on left.
From I-405 southbound: Exit at Hwy. 522 (exit #23-B). Drive through Bothell to Kenmore. Turn left at 68th Ave. (68th turns into Juanita Dr.) Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
From I-5: Take exit #175 (145th St.) and travel east to Bothell Way. Turn left. Travel north to 68th Ave. in Kenmore. (68th turns into Juanita Dr). Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
Where to go: The undeveloped lakeshore is a peaceful place to walk and view waterfowl. There are many trails open to mountain bikes and is a very popular activity within Saint Edward State Park. Several of the trails are open to hiking only and bikes are strictly prohibited on these trails. Check with the park office or kiosk for trail maps and information. The parks facilities include 85 unsheltered picnic tables, banquet facilities, playground, an indoor swimming pool and gymnasium. The park is open year round from 8 a.m. to dusk.
Setting: there are 316 acres for day use. This park features over 3,000 feet of undeveloped shoreline on Lake Washington.
Best Time to See the Birds: Come anytime to this little known park.
Birds Commonly Seen: Depending on the season the common birds are Double-crested Cormorant, Canada Goose, Mallard, Bufflehead, Common and Hooded Merganser, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, American Coot, Band-tailed Pigeon, Norther Flicker, Pileated Woodpecker, Steller's Jay, American Crow, Barn Swallow, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Black-capped Chickadee, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Bewicks Wren, Winter Wren, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Golden-crowned Kinglet, American Robin, European Starling, Spotted Towee, Song Sparrow, Dark-eyed Junco, and the House Finch.
Restrictions: Pets must be on a leash and under physical control at all times.
For more information: http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Saint%20Edward
