West Point Lighthouse Hike

Discovery Park is a wonderful recreation park north of Seattle that is well-loved by walkers, runners, bikers, and adventurers of all ages. This trail takes you through the park to the West Point Lighthouse and back. Discovery Park can get busy, so if you want to avoid the crowds, try visiting in the early morning, later in the afternoon, or in the middle of the week.

You can extend this hike easily by exploring any of the numerous interconnecting trails that cover the park. Download your GPS map if it’s your first time visiting and you’re concerned about losing your way.

Begin from the parking area near the environmental center. Head across the road on Loop Trail, sticking to this trail until it splits. Stay right towards the beach. Walk down the beach to your left, following it to the point on North Beach where the lighthouse is. Retrace your steps from here.