Explore the neighborhoods of southeastern Shoreline, including five parks, newly rebuilt middle and high schools, and the new Light Rail Station (pictured below). We’ll use quiet residential streets and trails to explore them all, starting with the flagship Hamlin Park. Hamlin has picnic areas, wooded trails, and a memorial to the first battle of the Spanish-American war. Paramount School Park includes a skate park, baseball fields, a walking path, and picnic areas. Paramount Open Space, South Woods Park, and Northcrest Park are wooded oases that invite further exploration.
Distance & Trail Rating: 6K and 10K. Rating: 1B.
Online Start Box: Registration is only available on the Online Start Box. For 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 is in Hamlin Park (see below). The walk directions also include instructions on how to begin your walk from the South Shoreline/148th Light Rail Station for those who want to take Light Rail to the walk.
Start Location: Hamlin Park. 16006 15th Ave. NE, Shoreline, WA 98155. GPS coordinates for Start Location: 47.7449545, -122.3104334.
Amenities: Restrooms: yes | Pets: yes – see “Comments” | Strollers: no | Wheelchairs: no
Comments: For those who want to take Light Rail to the walk, the Online Start Box walk directions also include instructions on how to begin your walk from the South Shoreline/148th Light Rail Station. Pets are not allowed on Light Rail, but ok on walk route if arriving otherwise. Leash and clean-up laws apply.
AVA Special Programs: Par-For-The-Course. Step to the Beat. Walking with America’s Veterans.
ESVA Special Programs: That’s Entertainment (Cultural). Strolling Along the River.
Light Rail Challenge II: Qualifies under “North” category.
Driving Directions & Parking: Driving directions and suggestions for parking are included in the Online Start Box download.
Metro Bus: Route 348.
Contact: Beth Schmidt. (206) 364-2171.
Sponsoring Club: Sound Steppers Volkssports Club
AVA Walk Sanction Name and Number: Shoreline Parks – 148th Link Rail Station. Y3351.
Map of Qualifying Stations in “North” Region:
