Where and When to See Whales
How to Spot Whales from Shore
Watching Wildlife Responsibly
Nominate a Site
Alphabetical Site Listing
- Alki Beach Park
- Bush Point
- Cape Flattery
- Charles Richey Sr. Viewpoint
- Coupeville
- Dosewallips State Park
- Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook
- Fay Bainbridge State Park
- Feiro Marine Life Center
- Freshwater Bay County Park
- Jetty Island
- La Push
- Langley
- Lime Kiln State Park
- Lincoln Park (Pt. Williams)
- Marina Beach Park
- Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
- Point Roberts Lighthouse Marine Park
- Point Robinson
- Port of Kelsey Bay
- Port Townsend Marine Science Center
- Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
- Salt Creek Recreation Area
- San Juan County Park
- San Juan Island National Historical Park
- Sekiu Overlook
- Shipwreck Point
- Stamm Overlook Park
- The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture
- The Seattle Aquarium
Marina Beach Park
Explore beautiful sandy Marina Beach while gazing out across the Puget Sound looking for whales. Bring your kids and your four-legged friends too as there are play toys and an off-leash area at this picturesque park in Edmonds.
Parking is limited especially on sunny days so arrive early, bring a picnic and enjoy the scenic Olympic Mountains while exploring the tide pools and watching for orcas.
Where the Whales Are
Resident orcas are most often seen at Marina Beach Park in the winter months.
Address / Contact
498 Admiral Way South
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0230
Hours
6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Park Information
Amenities
Marine Mammals Commonly Seen Here
Marine Mammals Occasionally Seen Here
Marine Mammals Rarely Seen Here
Travel Tips
From I-5 N. or S., SR104 Exit west towards Edmonds/Kingston Ferry Dock, SR 104 to Dayton Street, Left on Dayton, Cross RR tracks, left on Admiral Way, continue south past Marina to park.
Parking is limited. Go there early in the summer to secure a parking space.
