Maple Leaf Playground, Maple Leaf

The Maple Leaf Playground is adjacent to the Maple Leaf Reservoir. This is a gem of a playground in Seattle. It's nice and big and there's plenty of things to play on, as well as plenty of grass. It's very popular with the neighbo(u)rhood.

Location: Roosevelt Way NE & NE 84th St
Number of swings: 4 regular, 4 baby
Ground material: Sand/Pebbles
Chain length: Long.


Spectacular playground. These swings are older, but classic. The chains are nice and long, and the swing ride is quite smooth. This playground seems to be crowded quite often; there must be nearby pre-schools. Pick off hours if you want to guarantee a spot on the swings.


How to get there: Bus route #68 runs along Roosevelt Way.

Froula Park, Roosevelt

Froula Park is in the north part of Seattle before you get to Lake City Way. It's a fun little park next to the Roosevelt Reservoir.

Location: 12th Ave NE & NE 73rd St.
Number of swings: 4 regular, 2 baby
Ground material: Wood chips
Chain length is medium.


This park is usually less crowded than others (or maybe I just wander into it at off hours), and there are some pretty views. While swinging you get to view 12th Ave NE and the tennis courts.

The delight of this park's see-saw is also noteworthy.

How to get there: Northgate-bound buses #66 and 67 stop along 12th Ave NE. Bus #68 stops along NE 75th Ave in both directions. Buses #72, 73, and 79 stop along 15th Ave NE in both directions.