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Saint Edward State Park
Phone: (425) 823-2992
Fax: (425) 814-8255
City: Kenmore
Address:
14445 Juanita Dr. N.E.,
Kenmore, WALocated at the north end of Lake Washington in Kenmore, Wash.
The park offers many outdoor play amenities. The park hosts the last undeveloped waterfront along Lake Washington's shore. Bald eagles, otters and other animals may be viewed along the 3/4-mile natural portion of the perimeter. An indoor swimming pool and gymnasium are available. The Carole Ann Wald Memorial Pool, named in 1969 for the sister of a seminary student by their father (a major donor), now provideds year-round, indoor public swimming programs for all ages and abilities. The park has two sites suitable for weddings and other special events.
For more up to date information, visit the Saint Edward page on the state parks web site.
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Park Overview
Saint Edward State Park is a 316-acre day-use park with 3,000 feet of freshwater shoreline on Lake Washington. Once a Catholic seminary, the park's rich history reflects in its grounds and architecture. Walks along the undeveloped lakeshore are peaceful and give the visitor many opportunities for nature study.
Planning project at Saint Edward State Park
Planning project at Saint Edward State Park
Marine Park: No
Park Hours
The park is open year round for day use only.
Summer: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Summer: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Significant History
This site was once used by Native Americans while fishing the area.
In the late 1920s, the archbishop of Seattle donated the property to the Diocese of Seattle for use as a seminary by the Sulpician Order of Catholic Priests. In 1931, St. Edward Seminary was constructed. In the fall of 1977, because of declining enrollment and changes in the education of seminarians, the diocese sold 316 acres, including the seminary, to the state for use as a state park. In 1978, the property was dedicated and received its current name.
In the late 1920s, the archbishop of Seattle donated the property to the Diocese of Seattle for use as a seminary by the Sulpician Order of Catholic Priests. In 1931, St. Edward Seminary was constructed. In the fall of 1977, because of declining enrollment and changes in the education of seminarians, the diocese sold 316 acres, including the seminary, to the state for use as a state park. In 1978, the property was dedicated and received its current name.
Notable Buildings
The park provides two rentable day-use heritage places: the Grotto and the Grand Dining Hall.
The Grotto is a secluded garden alcove, that lends itself well to intimate ceremonies and services. Capacity is 120 people. Water and electricity are not available at the site. Tables, chairs, outdoor heaters, 20' x 20' and 10' x 20' canopies are available to rent for an additional fee.
The Grand Dining Hall, within the first floor of the Seminary Building, is an ideal setting for special events and conferences of up to 50 people. Facilities include an expansive dance floor. Tables and chairs rent for an additional fee.
Rates for both heritage places vary with size of the group. For information or reservations, call (425) 823-2992.
The Grotto is a secluded garden alcove, that lends itself well to intimate ceremonies and services. Capacity is 120 people. Water and electricity are not available at the site. Tables, chairs, outdoor heaters, 20' x 20' and 10' x 20' canopies are available to rent for an additional fee.
The Grand Dining Hall, within the first floor of the Seminary Building, is an ideal setting for special events and conferences of up to 50 people. Facilities include an expansive dance floor. Tables and chairs rent for an additional fee.
Rates for both heritage places vary with size of the group. For information or reservations, call (425) 823-2992.
Directions provided by the state parks department are given below the map,
or you can try to have google create the directions from the coordinates we have on file.
Take exit #20-A (116th St. N.E.) and turn west (left). Travel 4.5 miles. (At 98th Ave., the road name changes to Juanita Dr.) Park entrance is on left.
From I-405 southbound:
Exit at Hwy. 522 (exit #23-B). Drive through Bothell to Kenmore. Turn left at 68th Ave. (68th turns into Juanita Dr.) Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
From I-5:
Take exit #175 (145th St.) and travel east (right turn) to Bothell Way. Turn left. Travel north to 68th Ave. in Kenmore. (68th turns into Juanita Dr). Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
Directions
From I-405 northbound:Take exit #20-A (116th St. N.E.) and turn west (left). Travel 4.5 miles. (At 98th Ave., the road name changes to Juanita Dr.) Park entrance is on left.
From I-405 southbound:
Exit at Hwy. 522 (exit #23-B). Drive through Bothell to Kenmore. Turn left at 68th Ave. (68th turns into Juanita Dr.) Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
From I-5:
Take exit #175 (145th St.) and travel east (right turn) to Bothell Way. Turn left. Travel north to 68th Ave. in Kenmore. (68th turns into Juanita Dr). Park is 1.5 miles on the right.
| Mammals | Birds | Fish & Sea Life | Plantlife |
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Chipmunks
Coyotes
Deer/Elk
Foxes
Muskrats
Otters
Raccoons
Squirrels
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Crows/Ravens
Dove/Pigeon
Ducks
Eagles
Geese
Gulls
Hawks
Herons
Humming Birds
Jays
Owls
Woodpeckers
Wrens
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Bass
Bullhead
Salmon
Trout
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Cedar
Douglas Fir
Hemlocks
Yew
Alders
Apple Trees
Ash Trees
Birch Trees
Maple Trees
Foxgloves
Rhododendron
Rose
Berries
Ferns
Moss or Lichens
Thistle
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Swimming
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Boating - Nonmotorized
Fishing
Personal Watercraft
WaterSkiing
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A big toy playground is popular with kids. The playground was built by the community for the community and completely funded by donations from the community.
Picnicking, hiking, soccer, mountain biking, fishing, bicycling, swimming, bird watching, softball and horse trails also are in the Holmes Point area. Access to waterfront from the shore is by trail only. There is no vehicle access to the beach, which is undeveloped and unguarded. There are many trails open to mountain bike and is a very popular activity within Saint Edward State Park. Remember several of the trails are open to hiking only and bikes are strictly prohibited on these trails. Check with the park office or kiosk for trail maps and information. Picnic NotesThere are 85 unsheltered picnic tables, all available first-come, first-served.
The park also offers five unsheltered picnic areas for rental to groups. Each site accommodates at least 150 people with picnic tables and some with grills. The east and west ballfield vicinities have a ballfield with their picnic area. The north picnic area has an open play field and horseshoe pits. Portable volleyball standards are available to these picnic areas, but users must bring their own net and ball. There are 20' x 20' and 10' X 20' canopies, tables, chairs and portable heater rentals available for outdoor picnics. Large events must be planned through the special-activity permit process. Contact the park manager at (425) 823-2992 for all group events with an anticipated attendance of greater than 20 people. The picnic areas fill up fast during the summer season, so reservations are recommended and welcomed by calling (425) 823-2992. Boating/Water NotesBoats may be launched at the Department of Fish and Wildlife ramp in Kenmore, which is just north of Saint Edward State Park.
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Pay Phone
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Auto Repair
Airport
Boating
Diesel
Fishing and Hunting Supplies
Gasolene
Gifts
Golfing
Groceries
Hardware
Hospital
Marine Supply
Overnight Accomodations
Pay Phones
US Mail
Propane
Recreational Equipment
White Gas
Wood
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There are snack and drink vending machines located at the pool and gymnasium. Supplies available for rent through the park include 20' x 20' and 10' x 20' canopies, chairs, folding tables and outdoor heaters. | |
