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Madison Park Beach

Madison Park, Foster Island, WashingtonLake on Lake WashingtonSeasonal public swimming

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Swimming beach on the Lake Washington shore at Madison Park with a bathhouse and restrooms.

Water
Lake, Lake Washington
Entry
Free
Swim hours
June 27-September 7: weekdays 12pm-7pm; weekends and holidays 11am-7pm.
Facilities
Bathhouse, restrooms, bike rack, benches
Lifeguard
Lifeguards patrol the swimming beach during the summer.
Managed by
Seattle Parks and Recreation

When you can swim

Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

Getting there

Madison Park is at 4201 E Madison Street, Seattle.

47.6356, -122.2761

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Rules to know before you go

  • Swim in designated swimming areas.
  • Do not drink lake water.

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Questions about Madison Park Beach

Can you swim at Madison Park Beach?

Yes. Public swimming is allowed at the swimming beach, with lifeguard service during the scheduled summer season.

Does it cost anything to swim at Madison Park Beach?

Free

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