Mercer Slough Nature Park
About
320-Acre Wetland Nature Park, Lake Washington's Largest Remaining Freshwater Wetland
Mercer Slough Nature Park is Bellevue's largest park at 320 acres of wildlife habitat, agriculture, and wetland ecosystems. The grounds combine 7+ miles of boardwalks, soft-surface trails, and asphalt paths with a canoe-able slough, the Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, and a U-pick blueberry farm.
Family Programs
Self-guided trails, paddling, and education programs. Programs include:
- 7+ miles of boardwalks and trails
- Canoe and kayak access
- Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center programs (run with Pacific Science Center)
- U-pick blueberry farm (mid-April to October)
- Heritage Trail through blueberry fields and Winters House
- Wildlife observation (great blue herons, bald eagles, beavers, otters)
What's Included
- Free admission
- Environmental Education Center programs ticketed
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas with grills
Experience
Top family outdoor day in the Eastside. Best for kids 2+ on the boardwalks. Plan 2-3 hours; longer with a paddle.