From The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle Best Nearby Parks (Attractions & Activities) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Seattle, WA Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 117 S Main St Seattle Unit, Seattle  WA  98104 • 206-220-4240 • 206-470-4060 Distance: ~0.57 mi         Description: PIONEER SQUARE. When gold was discovered in the Yukon Territory in 1897, thousands of people flocked to Seattle to outfit their expeditions to the north. The exhibits here detail this phenomenon, as well as the conditions, hardships, and successes in the quest for gold. Uniformed rangers guide visitors through informative displays and recount stories full of both fact and folklore. During the summer months, they offer gold panning demonstrations and historic walking tours of Pioneer Square. Olympic Sculpture Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 2901 Western Ave, Seattle  WA  98121 • 206-654-3100 Distance: ~1.03 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. Stroll through the grounds and admire the fascinating large-scale works on display at this nine-acre green space. Extensive landscaping enhances the park's beauty, and a walkway, extending from the beach to Belltown, provides views of the Puget Sound and of downtown landmarks. Volunteer Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 1247 15th Ave E 15th Ave E and E Prospect St, Seattle  WA  98112 • 206-684-4555 • 206-684-4743 Distance: ~1.88 mi         Description: CAPITOL HILL. Thanks to well-manicured grounds and lovely ponds, this park is one of Seattle's most elegant. Mansions surround the 48-acre complex, imparting a stately feel to the area and giving it added beauty. The park, which is dedicated to Seattle residents who fought in the Spanish-American War, also features tennis courts, a 1912 greenhouse, and a kids play area with a wading pool. The sweeping views alone – of the Space Needle, Puget Sound, and the Olympic Mountains – make this park an excellent destination. BUS: 10, 7 Gas Works Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 3300 Meridian Ave N, Seattle  WA  98103 • 206-684-4075 Distance: ~2.68 mi         Description: FREMONT. On the north end of Lake Union, you'll find what may be the most unique park in the area. The 21-acre industrial area, formerly the site of a gas plant, was transformed in the 1975 into a recreational complex (a worldwide first). You'll find that there's plenty to do in the park, including kayaking, sailing, picnicking, and bicycling. From atop the park's 60-foot hill, visitors have one of Seattle's best views, and the park is a favorite place to view the city's Fourth of July fireworks display. To reserve their 200-seat picnic shelter for special occasions, call 206-684-4081 for reservations. BUS: 26 Discovery Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 3801 W Government Way and 36th Ave, Seattle  WA  98119-1014 • 206-386-4236 Distance: ~4.85 mi         Description: MAGNOLIA. With two miles of beach trails and nine miles of winding footpaths, this bluff-top reserve protects a remarkable "urban wilderness" and is a great place for nature-watching. The Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, which features art and cultural exhibits, is also located at the park, as is a marine reserve. An 1881 lighthouse, the oldest in the area, can also be found here. In addition, the park features the Fort Lawton Historic District, including "Officers' Row" and military buildings surviving from the park's days as an Army fort. BUS: 33 Green Lake Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 7201 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle  WA • 206-684-4075 Distance: ~5.00 mi         Description: NORTH METRO. This local park accommodates a host of joggers, in-line skaters, and sunbathers. The greenbelt around Green Lake, picturesque as it is, looks like a slice of southern California transferred to the Northwest. Although the 2.8-mile paved inner circuit can be crowded, enterprising runners often test their abilities on the unpaved 3.2-mile, outer-loop track. As you exercise, you may find yourself in good company: Former President Clinton has been known to jog here when he's in town. Sammamish River Trail (Attractions & Activities - Parks) Multiple Access Points, Redmond  WA Distance: ~9.83 mi         Description: REDMOND. This 9-mile trail runs from Marymoor Park to Burke Gilman Trail in Bothell, and features a paved path for walkers and cyclists and an adjacent unpaved trail for equestrian use. Grass Lawn Community Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 7031 148th Ave NE, Redmond  WA  98052 • 425-556-2300 Distance: ~9.94 mi         Description: REDMOND. Tennis enthusiasts will be sure to enjoy Grass Lawn Park, which features six outdoor courts. The 28-acre park also offers ball fields, playgrounds, basketball courts, restrooms, and picnicking areas. Marymoor Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 6046 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond  WA  98052 • 206-205-3661 Distance: ~10.47 mi         Description: REDMOND. This 560-acre park has just about everything: a 45-foot climbing wall, a cycling velodrome, and trails for hiking, biking and walking. There's also a local history museum and facilities for baseball, soccer, tennis, softball, and picnics. Children are quite fond of the playground, forty-acre leash-free dog zone, and the remote-control airplane venue. This is the site of numerous community events throughout the year, including a hugely popular summer concert series. Idylwood Beach Park (Attractions & Activities - Parks) 3650 W Lake Sammamish, Redmond  WA  98052 • 425-556-2300 Distance: ~11.10 mi         Description: REDMOND. Overlooking Sammamish Lake, Idylwood Park is a great place for picnicking, swimming, or just relaxing and taking in the great scenery. Dogs are welcome as long as you use the cleanup bags provided. 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