Clarke Beach Park

A grassy beach on a suburban island as seen from the water

East MERCER WAY AT SE 77TH PLACE

Once home to the Girl Scouts' Camp Tarywood, Clarke Beach is a 9-acre park featuring fishing and swimming piers, an enclosed swimming area, restrooms (open in summer), picnic tables, paved walkways, open space, and wildlife habitat. The park was acquired by the City in 1969-1970 using Washington State marine recreation funds and was developed in 1971.

Park Amenities

BBQ
Benches
Dock
Drinking fountains
Grass area
Certified wildlife habitat and restoration area
Dog waste bag dispensers
Drinking fountain
Fishing pier
Grass area
Natural areas
Parking
Paved pathways
Picnic tables
Restrooms (open in summer)
Sand area
Swim beach and pier
Trails
Trashcans
Waterfront access

More Information

Lifeguards: Clarke Beach is not staffed by lifeguards. Swim at your own risk.
Dog Rules: Dogs and other pets are not allowed at public swim areas from May 1 to September 30. During the rest of the year, dogs are allowed on the beach but must be leased at all times. Learn more about Mercer Island's off-leash areas here.