Medina Beach Park
Medina, Washington · on Lake Washington · Medina Beach Park
Verified · 4 independent sources
- WATER
- lake
- ACCESS
- Designated swim area
- FEE
- Free
- SEASON
- Best in summer
About Medina Beach Park
Medina Beach Park is a small City of Medina park on the eastern shore of Lake Washington, offering a 50-foot sandy beach with walk-in swimming access. The swimming hole is an official designated swim spot with a swim float and lifeguards on duty during summer (July-August), plus a dock used for kayak and paddleboard launching, a compact place to swim on this side of the lake.
A compact (about 1.4-acre) grassy shoreline park in the residential Eastside suburb of Medina, WA, fronting Lake Washington with views across the water toward the Seattle skyline and Mount Rainier.
Swimming at Medina Beach Park
A gradual, sandy-bottom walk-in entry suited to swimmers of most skill levels, marked by a designated swim float; the beach is lifeguarded during summer months (July-August) but unsupervised the rest of the year.
How to get to this swimming hole
Located at 501 Evergreen Point Road, Medina, WA 98039, on the Lake Washington shoreline.
Parking: Free on-site parking lot; can fill up on busy summer weekends, with weekday afternoons or early arrival recommended to avoid crowding.
The walk in
No real hike here. The water is a short walk from where you park. Drive-up park; the swim beach is immediately adjacent to the parking lot with effectively no walk required.
Plan your visit
Bringing kids
OK with supervision
Gradual, shallow, sandy-bottom walk-in entry near shore is well suited to small kids splashing under parental supervision, and the swim area is clearly marked with a float. However, lifeguards are only on duty in July-August per the official city page; outside that window (and even during it, beyond the immediate shallows) it is open lake water with kayak/paddleboard/dock boat traffic nearby, so supervision matters.
Parking
Free
Free small parking lot at the park entrance (501 Evergreen Point Road); additional on-street parking nearby but spaces are limited. Lot can fill on busy summer weekends -- arrive early or visit weekday afternoons.
Restrooms
Yes
Details conflict: some accounts list restrooms among the facilities while others state the beach has none, and one visitor write-up mentions 'basic facilities like restrooms and parking.' The official city page does not explicitly list restrooms, only a generic city-park rule against 'loitering around restrooms or bathhouses' turns up in park rules. Treated as likely present but not independently confirmed on-site.
Water clarity
Clear
One visitor account describes the water as 'surprisingly clear,' noting sunlight visibly dancing across the surface on sunny days, consistent with Lake Washington's generally clear, non-turbid water away from stormwater outfalls. No official water-quality or clarity monitoring data was found specific to this beach.
Hours
Park open 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. daily unless otherwise posted (standard City of Medina park hours); lifeguards on duty only during summer, July through August.
On the water
Restrictions: No boat ramp confirmed at this park -- access for kayaks/paddleboards/canoes is via the small beach and dock (carry-in/hand-launch), not a trailer boat ramp. General open-water lake traffic (motorboats, jet skis) can pass nearby but launching a motorboat from this specific park is not documented.
The official City of Medina page confirms the dock is used for launching paddleboards and kayaks; recplanet.com lists canoeing, kayaking, and sailboarding among the park's activities.
Medina Beach Park: FAQ
Does Medina Beach Park charge a fee?
No fee found; park and parking are free.
Is Medina Beach Park kid friendly?
Gradual, shallow, sandy-bottom walk-in entry near shore is well suited to small kids splashing under parental supervision, and the swim area is clearly marked with a float. However, lifeguards are only on duty in July-August per the official city page; outside that window (and even during it, beyond the immediate shallows) it is open lake water with kayak/paddleboard/dock boat traffic nearby, so supervision matters.
Do I need to hike to reach Medina Beach Park?
No significant hike is required. The swimming area is close to parking and access.
Where do I park for Medina Beach Park?
Free small parking lot at the park entrance (501 Evergreen Point Road); additional on-street parking nearby but spaces are limited. Lot can fill on busy summer weekends -- arrive early or visit weekday afternoons.
Can I bring a kayak or paddleboard to Medina Beach Park?
The official City of Medina page confirms the dock is used for launching paddleboards and kayaks; recplanet.com lists canoeing, kayaking, and sailboarding among the park's activities.
When is the best time to visit Medina Beach Park?
Summer (July-August), when lifeguards are on duty; described as a year-round destination for walking and water activities.
What are the rules at Medina Beach Park?
General City of Medina park rules apply: no alcohol, camping, or fires outside designated areas; dogs must be leashed (8 ft max) with waste removed; no loud music or weapons; parks open 6:00 a.m. and close 10:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted.
What water body is Medina Beach Park on?
Medina Beach Park is on Lake Washington, a natural lake verified in USGS hydrography data.
