Mapping The Ten 'Beloved Views' Of The Space Needle

By Sean Keeley@SeanKeeleyIsMe Mar 13, 2013, 4:40pm PDT

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By Sean Keeley@SeanKeeleyIsMe Mar 13, 2013, 4:40pm PDT

Earlier today, we discussed the issue of Space Needle views and the potential for many of them all around Seattle to go away if new rezoning laws go into effect. If the topic has caused you to feel the need to find a spot to savor the Seattle landmark, check the map below to see the ten spots that the city protects as "beloved views" of the Needle. Most of them you've probably spent more than enough time at but perhaps there's one or two angles out there you've yet to gaze at.

Alki Beach Park

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This long beach strip that runs from Alki Point to Duwamish Head on Elliott Bay provides a full view of Seattle Downtown as well as the Needle.

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1702 Alki Ave. SW, Seattle, WA 98116

(206) 684-4075

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Bhy Kracke Park

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This unusual park, neatly sandwiched into a steep residential area, makes ingenious use of "difficult" space.

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1215 5th Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109

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Gasworks Park Marina

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There aren't many views like the one on the sundial looking out on Seattle and the Needle.

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2143 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103

Hamilton Viewpoint Park

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In 1957, the park was named to honor Rupert Lehn Hamilton in recognition of his efforts to promote parks and viewpoints in West Seattle.

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1531 California Way SW, Seattle, WA 98116

(206) 684-4075

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Kerry Park

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An unsurpassed view of Elliott Bay and the Central City, with an occasional backdrop of Mount Rainier, the Space Needle is front and center from here.

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211 W Highland Dr., Seattle, WA 98109

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Myrtle Edwards Park

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Myrtle Edwards Park has a 1.25-mile winding bike and pedestrian paths along Elliott Bay, fantastic views of the Olympics Mountains, Mount Rainier, and Puget Sound.

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3130 Alaskan Way W, Seattle, WA 98121

(206) 684-4075

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Olympic Sculpture Park

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Experience a variety of sculpture in an outdoor setting, while enjoying the incredible views and beauty of the Space Needle, Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound.

2901 Western Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

(206) 654-3100

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