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Juanita Beach Park began in the early 1900's as a popular, privately-owned destination beach resort for Seattle-area families. It was purchased as a regional park by King County in 1956. The Park continued to be a popular attraction for swimming, sunbathing, picnicking, and sports activities well into the early 1990's, when the County's lack of resources for on-going maintenance and park improvements led to the Park's decline. In 2002 the City of Kirkland agreed to assume ownership, and a voter- approved maintenance levy dedicated new funds for improved park stewardship.
Creating a New Vision
In late 2004, Kirkland initiated a master planning process for Juanita Beach, engaging the community in the creation of a fresh vision for this remarkable asset. The Juanita Beach Park Master Plan was completed in 2005, and will guide restoration and redevelopment efforts for years to come.
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30-acre property on Lake Washington. |
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Over 1,000 lineal feet of sandy beach. |
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A quarter-mile long walking pier extending into Juanita Bay. |
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A salmon-bearing stream (Juanita Creek). |
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Large lawn areas with mature, historic trees. |
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Group picnic shelters, lighted tennis courts, Little League ballfields. |
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An historic home (the Forbes House) built in 1906 by prominent Kirkland settlers. |
| Environmental Opportunities |
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Restoring Salmon Habitat |
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Enhancing Wetlands |
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Controlling stream sediment |
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Improving water quality |
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Restoring the historic Forbes House |
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Creating Interpretive displays |
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Creating Historic gardens |
| Social & Recreation Opportunities |
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Playfields for youth |
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Picnic Shelters for families and groups |
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Swimming/wading |
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Canoes and Kayaks |
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Community events | |
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