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North Seattle Active Lifestyle

Trails, Fitness & Outdoor Adventures

 
35+ Miles of Trails • 50+ Fitness Studios
Hiking Trails Parks Fitness Water Activities Cycling

Top Hiking Trails

 

Discovery Park Loop Trail

Moderate

4.2-mile loop through Seattle's largest park with stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympics.

Magnolia
2.5 hrs
Dog Friendly
 

Carkeek Park Trails

Easy-Moderate

6 miles of forested trails with beach access, salmon spawning views, and picnic areas.

Broadview
1-3 hrs
Dog Friendly
 

Burke-Gilman Trail

Easy

18.8-mile paved trail perfect for walking, running, and cycling through scenic urban landscapes.

Multiple Access Points
Bike Friendly

Interactive Trail Map

Explore all 35+ miles of North Seattle trails with our interactive map featuring difficulty ratings, elevation profiles, and points of interest.

Parks & Recreation

Green Lake Park

2.8-mile loop • 3.1 mi from downtown

Seattle's most popular running/walking path around a scenic lake with water activities and picnic areas.

Running Path Paddleboarding Swimming Beach

Gas Works Park

19.1 acres • 2.4 mi from downtown

Unique industrial-reclaimed park with hilltop views, kite flying, and Lake Union access.

Skyline Views Picnic Areas Historic Site

Golden Gardens Park

87 acres • 7.8 mi from downtown

Sandy beach with fire pits, hiking trails through wooded hills, and stunning sunset views.

Beach Access Hiking Trails Bonfire Pits

Fitness Studios

From boutique cycling to hot yoga, North Seattle offers premier fitness options for every workout style.

Wheelhouse Indoor Cycling

Ballard

High-energy cycling studio with rhythm-based classes and performance tracking.

(206) 555-7890

The Sweat Box

Fremont

Boutique studio offering HIIT, strength training, and cycling classes.

(206) 555-4567

Pedal House

Green Lake

Innovative cycling studio with immersive digital landscapes and performance metrics.

(206) 555-2345

Water Activities

 

Kayaking on Lake Union

Rent kayaks or take guided tours to explore Seattle's houseboat communities and skyline views.

$25-75/hour May-Oct
 

Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Calm-water paddleboarding at Green Lake or more adventurous routes on Puget Sound.

$30-90/day Year-round
 

Sailing Lessons

Learn to sail on Puget Sound with courses for beginners to advanced sailors.

$150-400/course Apr-Sep

Cycling Routes

Burke-Gilman Trail

18.8 miles • Paved

Seattle's most popular cycling route connecting Ballard, Fremont, UW, and beyond.

 

Magnolia Loop

12.3 miles • Mixed

Scenic loop with waterfront views, challenging hills, and Discovery Park access.

 

Lake Washington Loop

50 miles • Advanced

Epic ride around Lake Washington with stunning views and challenging terrain.

 

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Get Out and Explore

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