Green Lake Park
Park
4.8 (10297)
7201 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115
Recreation area with trails, beach & boathouse, plus tennis courts, baseball fields & indoor pool.
Barbecue grillBaseball fieldBasketball courtCycling lanes
RiverWA
Green River Swimming Spots Near Seattle
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
The archived upper Green River directions do not identify three pools. Check named-property permission and controlled watershed access before planning a water visit.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Tacoma Water describes agreements with federal, state, tribal and private owners that limit watershed access and recreation. Follow the actual property's current rules. Downstream public parks cannot supply permission for an unknown upper-watershed location.
Water type
River
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current swimming-entry or parking charge established. Neither a forest-road number nor an incomplete archived report proves free admission.
Best season
No reliable swimming season established for the unidentified sites. A named destination with current access and conditions is needed before choosing a date
Nearby towns
Seattle, North Bend
Water body
Unidentified Upper Green River Locations In The Historical Regional Account
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Seattle, North Bend
Access location not verified
NORTH BEND, WA
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
About the archived record
Historical directions preserved separately, not presented as current visitor authorization.
Found an error? Send a correction with the location and a source. How we research listings.
Upper Green River: Unresolved Swimming Routes and Watershed Access
The original directions end at a forest-road junction without naming three water entrances. Tacoma Water documents controlled access in its municipal watershed, but that does not locate these missing pools or establish a river-wide swimming prohibition.
Choose the actual entrance
Do not follow the incomplete road sequence looking for an unnamed trailhead. Establish the exact property, permitted route and landowner authorization first. A gate, powerline corridor or road visible on a map is not public bathing access.
Water activity and restrictions
Tacoma Water describes agreements with federal, state, tribal and private owners that limit watershed access and recreation. Follow the actual property's current rules. Downstream public parks cannot supply permission for an unknown upper-watershed location.
Facilities, fees and timing
No specific maintained pool, toilet, drinking-water service, supervision or accessible water approach is verified. Do not transfer amenities from a similarly named park.
No current swimming-entry or parking charge established. Neither a forest-road number nor an incomplete archived report proves free admission.
No reliable swimming season established for the unidentified sites. A named destination with current access and conditions is needed before choosing a date.
No overnight permission established by this regional account. Arrange a separately authorized campsite rather than assuming dispersed camping at a gate.
Planning sources checked October 20, 2026
Getting There
Do not follow the incomplete road sequence looking for an unnamed trailhead. Establish the exact property, permitted route and landowner authorization first. A gate, powerline corridor or road visible on a map is not public bathing access.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Do not follow the incomplete road sequence looking for an unnamed trailhead. Establish the exact property, permitted route and landowner authorization first. A gate, powerline corridor or road visible on a map is not public bathing access.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Tacoma Water describes agreements with federal, state, tribal and private owners that limit watershed access and recreation. Follow the actual property's current rules. Downstream public parks cannot supply permission for an unknown upper-watershed location. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
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Tourist attraction
4.7 (2370)
SE 159th St, North Bend, WA 98045
Starting point with parking for well-maintained trail to waterfalls in mountainous state park.
Twin Falls Natural Area
Park
4.8 (1890)
47600 SE 159th St, North Bend, WA 98045
A popular path in Olallie State Park leads to this 135-foot waterfall in forested surrounds.
Public restroom
Rattlesnake Lake Recreation Area
Park
4.7 (1793)
17905 Cedar Falls Rd SE, North Bend, WA 98045
Barbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroom
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Campground
4.1 (252)
Tinkham Rd, North Bend, WA 98045
Public restroomRestroomRunning waterTent sites
Middle Fork Campground
Campground
4.6 (119)
NF-5600, North Bend, WA 98045
Public restroomRestroomRunning waterTent sites
Alice Creek Campground
Campground
4.8 (21)
Milwaukee Rd (railroad grade), North Bend, WA 98045
Public restroomRestroomTent sites
Restroom
Public bathroom
4.8 (4)
420 SE Orchard Dr, North Bend, WA 98045
Frequently Asked Questions About Green River Swimming Spots Near Seattle
Does this page identify three upper Green River pools?
No. The surviving directions stop at a junction and do not name the claimed destinations. The missing route is not reconstructed.
Does Tacoma Water allow unrestricted watershed recreation?
No. Its current information describes controlled access under agreements with multiple landowners. Check the exact property and activity.
Does that mean all Green River swimming is banned?
No such river-wide conclusion follows. The problem here is unresolved site identity and authorization, not every downstream recreation property.
Can I use a downstream park map pin instead?
No. That would move the listing to a different destination and imply access not established for the archive. Each named park needs its own review.
Are a trailhead and signed parking area verified?
No. Those added details were not supported by the surviving directions. Do not drive farther looking for an unspecified pool.
What should be confirmed before a trip?
The exact destination, responsible owner, legal parking, authorized approach, permitted activity and current conditions. The regional river name alone is insufficient.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump, dive, use rope swings or improvise bank descents
- Follow posted water boundaries and avoid high or rising flow
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Use lawful viewpoints and respect other visitors' privacy. A historical photograph is not current bathing access, depth or water-quality proof.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use authorized routes, respect private property and closures, protect creek banks and pack out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
No reliable swimming season established for the unidentified sites. A named destination with current access and conditions is needed before choosing a date.
Difficulty Level
Use the actual manager route. No general easy, child-safe or accessible bathing approach inferred.
Fee
No current swimming-entry or parking charge established. Neither a forest-road number nor an incomplete archived report proves free admission.
Facilities
No specific maintained pool, toilet, drinking-water service, supervision or accessible water approach is verified. Do not transfer amenities from a similarly named park.
Activities
The original directions end at a forest-road junction without naming three water entrances. Tacoma Water documents controlled access in its municipal watershed, but that does not locate these missing pools or establish a river-wide swimming prohibition.
Phone
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No overnight permission established by this regional account. Arrange a separately authorized campsite rather than assuming dispersed camping at a gate.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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