O. O. Denny Park

Didn’t know this park existed till some day when I was passing then made a spot on my way out to test and see what’s was with the numbers of people there and boom. It was breath taking. It’s a great park. Good for families, dogs and kids.

Beautiful park, perfect for grilling and watching the sunset. Each picnic table has a barbecue pit as well. So definitely get here early if you want the gazebo or the shaded picnic areas, because it is full sun exposure here, it is probably the best park to tan as well on a full spectrum day! A lot of families, and great photo opportunities. Certainly, keep an eye on your children this is a partially forested park, with a few odd humans, you never can be too careful. Nice forested entry to the park, we drove in, but it does look like a beautiful walk down too! Parking is difficult, but people come and go, so don't be discouraged. Be sure to support the old mail Jeep Ice cream man!

A super little park with lots of options. On the lakeside you have a wonderful Park, a pavilion for picnics, picnic tables, bathrooms, beachfront access, and a fabulous view of Rainier. (I'll do a separate review of that for families). Across the road, on the left side of the parking lot, is a fabulous trail. That loops up and back around to a road to the east, next to the parking lot. There is also an extended Denny Creek Upper Trailhead (separate review and a bit more challenging!). But it's gorgeous! It goes straight instead of turning right to the path over the stream. A few cautions on the loop trail: there are stone steps, stairs, some pretty steep hills up and back down, and a lot of roots. After rain, there are small bridge footpaths to escape the mud, but not always (so sometimes it gets muddy!). So it's not necessarily for those who aren't great hikers or a bit more hike "challenged". Be sure to be on the lookout for Sylvia, a 600-year-old tree that's the oldest cedar in King county. The plaque has worn off, but check it out. There are also several areas to catch salmon swimming at the right time of year and informational signs about the salmon. Shortly after entering the trail, it's like you're in a different world. Personally, it's one of my favorite little trails. Check out my other review for the extended Denny Creek Upper Trailhead.

Our favorite place for summer picnics. You get to see that crisp and amazing view of Mt. Rainier right from this park on a sunny day. Lots of trees for shades on a hot day. They have few Cabanas, a small sandy beach, lots of fire pit places and a children park too.

Not the best maintenance or upkeep but small park with good views. Pay area can be noisy when people are celebrating birthday parties