You can get lost happily among the thickets, nature trails, beaches and bluffs of this 534-acre park.

Reachable only by tour or private boat, Blake Island has 475 acres of land and features views of the Seattle skyline.

Five houses on the conservatory represent five distinct environments, from jungle to desert. Theres also a Cactus House, a Fern House and a Bromeliad House.

On the third Saturday of every month at 1:30 PM, a Japanese tea ceremony is staged in this beautiful garden.

You won't find gold here, nor gardens, but with all the sand, sun and surf on this lovely beach, you won't even notice.

A favorite with cyclists, rollerbladers and lunchtime picnickers.

From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.

This urban park is best known for its four totem poles carved by local artist Duane Pasco.

A pretty little botanical garden with over 500 species of plants.

Seattle's oldest park is still one of the most popular parks in the city.

The park is welcome stop on the Burke-Gilman Trail. Joggers can take a dip in Lake Washington or nap under the boughs of the cedars.