Mount Baker Park Beach Bathhouse Renovation

Updated: April 21, 2026

Spring 2026

Bathhouse emergency repair and site stabilization

On July 23, a fire broke out, destroying the roof and interior of the Mount Baker Bathhouse breezeway and north wing, including the electrical service connection point for the entire structure. The Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) Emergency Public Works contract for demolition and stabilization of the damaged portion of the building is currently working toward substantial completion (weather permitting) by Memorial Day Weekend 2026. The south wing, which includes the restrooms, is currently restoring electrical service, in cooperation with Seattle City Light, and repairing damaged siding and doors. The next items of work include topping the remaining north slab, placing a small “shack” for the use of the lifeguards, and installing fencing.

Stephen Levengood

Phone: 206-386-4556

Email: Stephen.Levengood@seattle.gov

Bathhouse improvement project

SPR had a Major Maintenance project for the site that recently restarted after being put on hold in the summer of 2020. The City of Seattle turned its focus to essential functions to address the pandemic and economic crisis, which required a significant reprioritization of resources. SPR suspended many capital projects, including the two Mount Baker Park Improvement Projects below (the bathhouse building and the restroom in Mount Baker Park near the play area). Funding for these projects is identified in the 2022-2027 Adopted Capital Improvement Program for Parks and Recreation.

This Seattle Park District Fix It First - Major Maintenance project upgrades the existing Mount Baker Beach Bathhouse. The building interior will be retrofitted to meet accessible standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other interior improvements to reduce maintenance. Access from the parking lot to the building will be evaluated and improved if necessary to meet ADA standards.

Location

Mount Baker Park; 2301 Lake Washington Boulevard, 98144

Budget

$2,300,000 from Real Estate Excise Tax (REET)

Schedule

Planning: Fall 2018 - Fall 2019
Project on hold: 2019 - 2025
Stabilization Work: Winter 2025 - Early 2026
Planning, Design & Permitting following stabilization: 2026
Anticipated Construction: 2028

Community Participation

Thank you to everyone who attended the open house to learn about two improvement projects at Mount Baker Park. SPR staff discussed building improvements to the Bathhouse and new restrooms at the Mount Baker Park Play Area.