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Rock Climbing

The climbing wall at Magnuson Park is open to anyone. The Mountaineers suggest you check the schedule for times it might be reserved.

Rules for use are posted at the site. No climbing gear is provided, so they suggest you bring your own. Learn more.

Climb Ropes

A ropes course at Camp Long offers treetop challenges for climbers. The course is made up of a series of logs, platforms, posts, ropes and wires attached to trees.

Individuals can drop in to the course on specific dates in the summer for a $35 fee.

The course can also be reserved by groups. They say the course is great for practicing decision making, teamwork and communication. Course groups rates are $125 for half day groups up to 15 people, and $250 for full day (6 hours) up to 15 people. More details.

Beach Naturalist Appearances

Eager to understand all the mysterious creatures you find on Seattle beaches?

There are Beach Naturalists that go out when the tide gets low and can help educate you and your family on all the sights you see. They can tell you about sea stars, barnacles and all the other critters around.

Beach Naturalists appear at several beaches including Richmond Beach, Carkeek Park, Golden Gardens, Constellation Park/South Alki, Lincoln Park and Saltwater State Park throughout the summer. Check out the full schedule of Beach Naturalist appearances.

Mini Golf

Seattle Parks have big golf courses, but they also have a few mini ones that make for great fun for the whole family.

Small play can be found at Interbay. There's a new mini golf course at Magnuson. And there's a Pitch and Putt course at Green Lake.

For details on playing at each location, visit the Interbay, Magnuson and Green Lake Pitch and Putt websites.

Lawn Games

From croquet to lawn bowling, people can enjoy a variety of lawn games in Seattle parks.

Lawn Bowling facilities are available at Jefferson Park, Woodland Park and Puget Boulevard Commons.

Woodland Park seems to be the king of the lawn activities with scheduled sessions for lawn bowling on Wednesdays, bocce on Fridays and croquet on Mondays. More details.

Skateable Art

A lot of areas offer skate parks, but there aren't that many whose parks double as art pieces.

This summer, Jefferson Park debuted it's new skateable art sculpture. The sculpture is 50 feet wide and 22 feet tall and weighs in at 11,000 pounds, and is now open for skaters.

Rent a Pond Boat

For those not ready to set out yet on the high seas, there's some fun pond action to be had. The Center for Wooden Boats offers pond boat rentals at Lake Union Park in Seattle.

The park features a two foot deep, 100 foot wide model pond that is open year round. You can bring your own boat or borrow one of theirs.

Rentals are available Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a $5 suggested donation. Learn more.

Disc Golf

There are two disc golf courses in the Seattle area. Players can take their disc aim at Mineral Springs Park near Northgate, and also at Lakewood Park in Seattle which is operated by the King County Parks system.

Disc golfers should bring their own equipment. The courses don't require reservations unless there's an organized tournament.

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