Take a stroll through the Leschi neighborhood and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Washington, the Floating Bridge (from above & below the bridge), the east side, and the Cascades. On clear days, see Mt. Baker to the north, and Mt. Rainier to the south, from the viewpoint above the Lacey Murrow floating bridge.
Distance & Trail Rating: 5K and 10K. Rating: 2A.
Online Start Box: This walk has the option to register at either the Physical Start Box at Leschi Market (see below), or on the Online Start Box (OSB). For OSB registration information, go to ava.org, or try this link. Once you’ve registered online, the walk directions and map will be available for you to download.
Start Location & Physical Start Box: Leschi Market. 103 Lakeside Ave., Seattle, WA, 98122. Start box is a folding file, mounted on the window on the right, above the newspapers, immediately after you enter the store. GPS coordinates for Start Location: 47.60197, -122.28546.
Start Location Hours: Mon – Sat: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sun: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Store may be closed on major holidays – call store at (206) 322-0700 to confirm.
Amenities: Restrooms: yes | Pets: yes | Strollers: no | Wheelchairs: no
Comments: Walk is closed during SeaFair, August 1-3, 2025, due to extreme traffic and congestion in the area.
AVA Special Programs: Great Lakes (Erie). Par for the Course (playground).
ESVA Challenges: t.b.d.
Driving Directions: From I-5 take exit 165A to James. Turn onto James, going uphill. Right on Boren. Left on Yesler. Continue about 1.2 miles to 32nd Ave. S. Left on 32nd and then follow the main road as it curves downhill to the lake. Right on Lake Washington Blvd., which quickly becomes Lakeside Ave. Leschi Market is on the right (lake is on your left). Use on-street parking – do not park in the spaces in front of the store, except briefly to register.
Metro Bus: Route 27.
Point of Contact: Daryl Troyer. (206) 388-8555
AVA Walk Sanction Name and Number: Leschi / Mount Baker. Y1561.