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April 2020

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JUANITA BAY PARK Juanita Bay Park is a retreat for runners, bird-watchers, and casual walkers looking to enjoy the scenic wetlands. Dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the area and environment the Juanita Bay Park offers guided tours on the first Sunday of each month. This habitat is filled with wildlife and spills over into the 110 acres of preserved wetlands and marshes. JUANITA BEACH PARK Juanita Beach Park (different than the Juanita Bay Park mentioned above) underwent a huge rehab a few years back creating new wetlands, quality marshes and a formation of re- graded lawn areas with improved drainage and irrigation systems. This beach park is the perfect spot to enjoy swimming (lifeguards on duty during the summer), afternoon BBQs, baseball, tennis, and even fishing. If you want to get out and be active consider renting a paddle board or kayak from the near-by SUP SHACK. Put your running shoes on and explore the 3,000 linear feet of running trails while you observe ospreys, red winged blackbirds and blue martins.. Seemingly in the middle of the city yet it feels hundreds of miles away. During the summer Juanita Beach Park is the site of a Friday afternoon farmer's market which draws people from the community. HOUGHTON BEACH PARK Houghton Beach Park is yet another waterfront park offering beautiful views and a myriad of things to do and explore. Situated 3.8 acres of prime Lake Washington waterfront, many consider this to be the most romantic park in Kirkland. The 75 foot-dock is ideal for a stroll, a picnic or even for casting a line. Next to the dock you will find a non motorized boat launch for canoeing or kayaking. The dock also forms a shelter for a shallow water swimming area for children. And now back to that romantic part -at dusk feast your eyes on the Seattle skyline as the sun sets over the Olympic Mountains.

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