5 Swimming Lakes for South Sound–Area Kids and Families
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The swimming area at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park at sunset. Credit: Cara_VSAngle/Flickr CC
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, Renton
Editor's note: The park is open, but as of July 27, 2022, due to high levels of bacteria, the swimming beach area of the park is closed until further notice. Check the website for details.
Folks around the region who didn't already know and love Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park have now heard about it because of the fantastic new playground. This park is also a favorite swimming spot on Lake Washington. In addition to the swimming beach and new playground, the park features walking trails, a canoe launch, two restaurants, restrooms, picnic pavilions and more! Note that dogs and bikes are not allowed at this park.
Find it: Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park is located at 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N., Renton.
Details to note:
- Lifeguards are typically on duty summer afternoons.
- Concessions are available.
- No boat rentals available, but there is a place to launch canoes or kayaks.
- Parking is free, but limited.
Image credit: Cara_VSAngel/Flickr CC
Editor's note: This article was originally published in 2018 and updated for 2022.
