Home Outdoor Fun Explore: Luther Burbank Park by writerredtriMay 27, 2010 Search more like this beachmercer islandtrailstrollerengravelakeclimblifeguarddate nightsamphitheatergrassassociationwaterfrontpreschool Advertisement Trending Now Entertainment & Movies Netflix Finally Releases Trailer for Netflix Addams Family Spinoff ‘Wednesday’ News News Anchor Parents ‘Report’ on Their Baby’s Day in Viral TikTok Viral & Trending Texas School District Removes Anne Frank Adaptation from Shelves Recalls 2 Million MamaRoo & RockaRoo Baby Swings Recalled after Infant Death Viral & Trending Scotland Becomes the 1st Country to Make Period Products Free Advertisement Rich in history, Luther Burbank Park, on the North End of Mercer Island, offers something for everyone (including the pooch). The 77-acre park has 3/4 of a mile of Lake Washington waterfront and is home to nature trails, a sandy beach (with summer lifeguard), tennis courts, wide open fields, a separate dog beach, picnic areas, and lots to explore.The playground is fun for all ages with a tunnel, climbing toys, and swings nearby. The new toddler area has a shiny red “fire engine” climbing toy with slides and is perfect for the little ones.(Side note: The MI Preschool Association is selling engraved, personalized pickets online with plans to fence in the toddler zone.) If you’re bringing a stroller, opt for the jogger if that’s a possibility. Some trails are paved, but others are gravel or dirt and the jogger is just easier. (If you walk down the steep hill to the docks and then plan to walk along the small lake-front trail to the swimming beach, forget about the stroller as the trail is pretty tight…you may want to just walk back up to the main trail instead.) Don’t forget buckets and shovels for the beach…if you go before the big kids are out of school, you just might have the beach to yourself!PS: Mark your calendars for some fun outdoor summer date nights…check out Shakespeare in the Park, presented by the Mercer Island Arts Council, held at Luther Burbank’s amphitheater. With a picnic in the grass, it’s summertime “dinner theater.”—Angie Ballas Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this beachmercer islandtrailstrollerengravelakeclimblifeguarddate nightsamphitheatergrassassociationwaterfrontpreschool Welcome to our Tinybeans family! Be sure to check your email for new activities, recipes and parenting hacks – and to see if you’ve won! Do you have a dog or cat? Select YES below and click submit to start receiving FREE pet ideas and inspiration, news about new pet products, exclusive offers and limited-time promotions. Yes, I have a pet! Submit GET READY FOR SUMMER! Enter to Win a $250 Gift Card! Enter your email and zip code below for a chance to win a Mastercard Gift Card. We’ll pick one winner per month through August 31, 2022 – 5 lucky winners in all! email zip_code campaign_name Enter Now! I agree to the official rules and to receive email communications from Tinybeans. By providing my email address, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience possible. Accepting the use of cookies enables important site functionality including personalization and analytics. Accept Decline Create an account to save this content on Tinybeans Choose how you would like to sign up. Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google or Continue with Email By signing up, you agree to Tinybeans Terms of Service and acknowledge you have read and agreed to our Privacy Policy. Sign in to your Tinybeans account Don’t have any account? Create an account here. Forgot your password? Reset it here. Sign In or Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google Personalized recommendations Tinybeans uses personal information to share useful recommendations and ideas for your family. This may include your previous activity, family profile and your hometown. Tinybeans keeps your data safe and does not sell personal information to any third party. Learn more about your privacy and location choices. Close
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