Pioneer Park
Sprawling across an 113 acre forest
Pioneer Park which contains 6.6
miles of trails. The Park has been
kept in a natural state so that
Island residents can easily get out
in the woods through the course
of their daily lives. Pioneer Park
is divided into quadrants. The
northwest quadrant is fairly level,
with lovely trails meandering
through the woods. A horse trail
runs along the eastern edge of
the park. The northeast quadrant
has some hills, and
has access to Lake
Washington. The
southeast quadrant
is somewhat hilly,
and all trails are
open to horses. The
southwest quadrant
has a stable and
retail stores. Trails
are appropriate for
all skill levels.
Clarke Beach
Located at the south east end of Mercer Island
Clarke Beach and is home to the annual polar
bear swim on New Year's Day. This park has less
amenities than the beaches at Luther Burbank
but while it lacks a playground and sandy beach it
does offer a picnic area and BBQ areas, docks and
restrooms (open in the summer). Note that there
are no lifeguards on duty at this beach.
Also:
Aubrey Davis Park
Groveland Beach
Deane's Children
Park (Dragon Park)
If you are interested in joining a club
on Mercer Island, both the private
Mercerwood Shore Club and the Mercer
Island Beach Club are waterfront clubs on
the east side of the island that have large
sandy beaches and swimming areas. Both
clubs have waiting lists, so contact them
directly for tours and more information if
you are interested in joining.
Mercer Island Beach Club
Mercerwood Shore Club
ANNUAL EVENTS
Mercer Island Farmer's
Market
Shakespeare In The
Park (Luther Burbank)
Seafair Blue Angels
Summer Celebration
