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Union Bay Natural Area451
in Seattle, WA 98195about Union Bay Natural Area:
This lovely wild spot, situated within sight of Husky Stadium and the hulking University of Washington dorms, was once a landfill (locals still sometimes call it the Montlake Fill) that has been reclaimed over the past decades and turned into a recreational gem. Come for an easy walk or bike ride, run, or dog walk. This is a great place to explore with smaller kids; distances aren't great, and wild areas are small enough to be manageable and just overgrown enough to be intriguing without being overwhelming.
The UBNA's ponds, grass- and woodlands, shoreline, and wetlands attract a wide variety of birds and wildlife. Over 180 species of bird have been spotted here; it's one of the best birding areas in the city. Look for turtles sunning themselves on logs along the marshy shoreline, or river otters swimming in Lake Washington. Eagles and great blue herons fly over frequently.
If you come around lunch or snacktime, stop by the Center for Urban Horticulture, located in the buildings to the left of the UBNA. A lush, shaded inner courtyard here is a perfect place to stop and rest.
The UBNA's ponds, grass- and woodlands, shoreline, and wetlands attract a wide variety of birds and wildlife. Over 180 species of bird have been spotted here; it's one of the best birding areas in the city. Look for turtles sunning themselves on logs along the marshy shoreline, or river otters swimming in Lake Washington. Eagles and great blue herons fly over frequently.
If you come around lunch or snacktime, stop by the Center for Urban Horticulture, located in the buildings to the left of the UBNA. A lush, shaded inner courtyard here is a perfect place to stop and rest.
tips:
Click on the link for natural history information and a map of the area.
getting there:
Located on the UW campus, north of Husky Stadium, and east of University Village. From I-5: Exit at Highway 520 East, then at Montlake Boulevard. Turn left onto Montlake and cross the drawbridge. Continue forward through two traffic lights, passing Husky Stadium on your right. Follow Montlake past University Village (turns into NE 45th). Turn right at Mary Gates Memorial Way NE. Head past UW golf course and when road starts to curve to the left, look for a brown direction sign on your right (Urban Horticulture). Turn right into parking lot at Center for Urban Horticulture; park and take path located to the right of the buildings.
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