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Matthews Beach
Matthews Beach Park, Number 2 Island, WashingtonLake on Lake WashingtonSeasonal public swimming
Freshwater bathing beach at Matthews Beach Park on Lake Washington.
- Water
- Lake, Lake Washington
- Entry
- Free
- Swim hours
- June 27-September 7: weekdays 12pm-7pm; weekends and holidays 11am-7pm.
- Facilities
- Restrooms, parking lot, bBQ grill, play area
- Lifeguard
- Lifeguarded during the scheduled summer season.
- Managed by
- Seattle Parks and Recreation
When you can swim
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers
Getting there
Rules to know before you go
- Swim in designated swimming areas.
- Do not drink lake water.
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Questions about Matthews Beach
Can you swim at Matthews Beach?
Yes. Public swimming is allowed at the bathing beach, with lifeguard service during the scheduled summer season.
Does it cost anything to swim at Matthews Beach?
Free
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