Parks, beaches & trails.

Agren Park

Combine a woodland walk with a visit to the sports field. This 30-acre park has forest trails and a walking track around its baseball and softball field.

12814 SW Bank Road

Before you goParking is inside the park at the end of the entrance road. Field use may be scheduled.

BARC — Burton Adventure Recreation Center

A place for skating, disc golf, and riding the pump track. Outdoor facilities include a skate bowl, climbing boulder, and a paved walking loop; indoor skating runs on a separate schedule.

10500 SW 228th Street

Before you goCheck the indoor schedule before visiting. Indoor skating requires a waiver; minors need a parent or guardian’s signature and a helmet.

Burton Acres

Woodland trails cross the interior of the Burton Peninsula. Walk or ride horses through second-growth forest, with Jensen Point nearby for a stop by Quartermaster Harbor.

8900 SW Harbor Drive

Before you goUse the Jensen Point parking lot. The woodland trail entrance is across the street.

Fern Cove

Forest, streams, and an estuary meet at this northwest-side preserve. Follow the public trails toward the shoreline for birdwatching and a quieter walk.

11408 SW Cedarhurst Road

Before you goPark just inside the first gate and follow the trails west. The second gate, house, and house lawn are outside the public park access.

Fisher Pond

A freshwater pond and surrounding woodland offer a different kind of island walk. The trail from Bank Road leads toward a picnic area, with opportunities to watch wetland birds along the way.

SW Bank Road & 115th Avenue SW

Before you goRoadside parking is limited. Dogs, fishing, and motorized watercraft are not allowed.

Inspiration Point

A small roadside viewpoint above Quartermaster Harbor, with a picnic spot and views toward East Passage and Mount Rainier when conditions allow.

26400 Vashon Highway SW

Before you goThe highway turnout has only a few parking spaces. This is a viewpoint above a steep wooded slope.

Jensen Point

A waterfront stop on Quartermaster Harbor for picnics, watching seabirds, and paddling. Burton Acres’ woodland trails are across the road.

8900 SW Harbor Drive

Before you goA parking lot serves the park. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are seasonal; check the Park District’s current arrangements.

Lisabeula

A grassy waterfront park on Colvos Passage with picnic tables and a place to launch a hand-carried boat. A wooded ravine rises behind the shore.

SW Lisabuela Road at the west end of SW 220th Street

Before you goParking is limited at the bottom of the road; keep residential streets clear. Water-trail camping has separate reservation and access rules.

Lost Lake

A protected wetland, woodland, and shoreline habitat near Quartermaster Harbor. It is included here to explain its access restriction, rather than as a place to plan a visit.

Before you goThe Park District lists no legal public access. This is a preservation property; do not enter from neighboring roads or land.

Ober Park

An easy stop in town with a playground, picnic tables, lawns, and the Vashon library on the park site. Community gatherings and performances also use the grounds.

17130 Vashon Highway SW

Before you goParking is at the park entrance. Check event schedules if you are coming for a specific activity.

Paradise Ridge

An equestrian park with arenas, riding facilities, and a cross-country course amid woodland. The site also accommodates community activities and larger events.

SW 220th Street between 111th Avenue SW and Old Mill Road SW

Before you goKeep bicycles on paved areas. Trail parking is near the entrance; horse-trailer parking is higher up near the arenas.

Point Robinson

Walk the beach around the lighthouse or explore the short woodland trails above it. Picnic tables and open-water views make this a distinctive stop on Maury Island.

3705 SW Point Robinson Road

Before you goGeneral parking is in the upper lot. The lower lot is reserved for ADA access and lodging guests. Lighthouse tours are seasonal.

Spring Beach

A wooded shoreline preserve overlooking Colvos Passage, with ravines and wetland habitat. Access is from the water, not from the road above.

Before you goSpring Beach Road is private. There is no public road access or parking; check the official access information before planning a water-based visit.

Tramp Harbor Dock

A historic dock between Portage and Ellisport, once used for deliveries of petroleum products. Its current closure is an important distinction from other shoreline stops.

Before you goThe Park District’s page lists the dock as closed. Check its official closure notice for updates before considering a visit.

Vashon Commons

The grounds and facilities of Chautauqua Elementary, McMurray Middle School, and Vashon High School are shared for community use through an agreement with the school district.

Before you goCommunity access is during non-school hours and is subject to scheduling. Check facility availability and reservations with the Park District.

VES Fields

Sports fields on the former Vashon Elementary School site include two baseball fields and a multipurpose field used for sports such as soccer, lacrosse, and football.

15920 Vashon Highway SW

Before you goDogs are not allowed on the fields and must be leashed elsewhere in the park. Parking is off Vashon Highway.

Village Green

A compact gathering space in town used for market stalls, community events, and performances. Picnic tables and a vendor shelter sit just off Vashon Highway.

17505 Vashon Highway SW

Before you goUse street parking. Market and event dates vary; confirm the current schedule with the organizer.

Wingehaven

A shoreline conservancy reached on foot by stairs or from the water by kayak. The wooded setting and small access point make it a different outing from a drive-up beach park.

12090 Cunliffe Road SW

Before you goParking is limited to the designated turnout. The driveway near the gated access is private; do not drive down it or turn in neighbors’ driveways.