To mark National Park and Recreation Month this July, the City of Bellevue is highlighting the range of parks and playgrounds available across the city. From neighborhood play areas to waterfront destinations, Bellevue offers a variety of outdoor spaces designed to support recreation, community connection, and time in nature. Residents are encouraged to explore both well-known and lesser-visited parks throughout the city.
Featured Parks Across Bellevue: Bridle Trails Valley Creek Park (4432 140th Ave. N.E.): Features adventure play elements, a loop trail, and both hard and soft-surface paths surrounding a protected wetland—built with walkers, wheelchairs, and strollers in mind. Bridle Trails Corner Park (N.E. 24th