Union Bay Natural Area, Seattle

Name: Union Bay Natural Area
Address: Union Bay, Seattle, 98105, United States

#124 among attractions in Seattle

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The Union Bay Natural Area in Seattle, Washington, also known as Union Bay Marsh, is the restored remainder of the filled former Union Bay and Union Bay Marsh. It is located at the east end of the main University of Washington campus, south of NE 45th Street and west of Laurelhurst. Ravenna Creek is connected to University Slough, thence to Union Bay, and Lake Washington. Drainage Canal is one of three or four areas of open water connected with Lake Washington around Union Bay Marsh. The canal extends from NE 45th Street, between the driving range and IMA Sports Field 1, south to the bay, ending southeast of the Husky Ballpark baseball grandstand. The Drainage Canal that carries Ravenna Creek past UBNA to Union Bay is locally sometimes called University Slough. ()

Established: 1972 (52 years ago)Elevation: 30 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 47°39'28"N, 122°17'28"W

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Union BayNortheast Seattle (University District)Seattle 98105 United States

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Union Bay Natural Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: University Village, Burke Museum, Broken Obelisk, Husky Stadium.

0.5 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
University Village, Seattle
14 min walk • University Village, nestled in the bustling city of Seattle, United States, is a premier open-air shopping center renowned for its unique blend of locally-owned boutiques, signature national retailers, and a diverse array of restaurants and eateries.
1 miW
Museum with regional artifacts
Burke Museum, Seattle
25 min walk • The Burke Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, stands as a beacon of natural history and cultural heritage. This preeminent institution, located on the University of Washington campus, is a hub for enthusiasts eager to delve into the rich...
0.8 miW
Monuments and statues
Broken Obelisk, Seattle
22 min walk • In the heart of Seattle, Washington, stands the evocative sculpture known as the Broken Obelisk. This poignant work of art graces the grounds of the University of Washington, offering both a visual spectacle and a subject for contemplation to students, faculty,...
0.7 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Husky Stadium, Seattle
19 min walk • Husky Stadium, nestled in the heart of Seattle, United States, stands as an iconic sport venue known for its breathtaking views and electric atmosphere. Erected in 1920, this open-air stadium is primarily the home field for the University of Washington Huskies football...
1 miW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Henry Art Gallery, Seattle
26 min walk • The Henry Art Gallery, located in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, is a beacon of contemporary art and culture. Founded in 1927, the museum serves as a dynamic center for the visual arts in the Pacific Northwest.
0.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hec Edmundson Pavilion, Seattle
17 min walk • Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion is an indoor arena on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.
0.8 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Park
Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Seattle
20 min walk • The Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, also known as the Sylvan Grove Theater or simply the Sylvan Theater, is a sylvan theater located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington.
0.9 miW
Square
Red Square, Seattle
23 min walk • Red Square, officially Central Plaza, is a large open square on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington that serves as a hub for two of the University's major axes, connecting the campus's northern Liberal Arts Quadrangle with the science and engineering buildings found on the lower campus.
1.1 miSW
Bridge
Montlake Bridge, Seattle
28 min walk • The Montlake Bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge that carries State Route 513 over Seattle's Montlake Cut—part of the Lake Washington Ship Canal—connecting Montlake and the University District. It is the easternmost bridge spanning the canal. The bridge is 344 ft long, and was designed by Carl F.
0.8 miW
Fountain
Drumheller Fountain, Seattle
22 min walk • Drumheller Fountain, also known as the Frosh Pond since the early 1900s, is an outdoor fountain on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington, in the United States.
0.8 miW
Library
Foster Business Library, Seattle
21 min walk • The Foster Business Library is the business library at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. As part of the university system of libraries, it serves the 3,500 students, faculty, and staff of the Foster School of Business.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Union Bay Natural Area?

Nearby attractions include Laurelhurst, Seattle (14 min walk), Calvary Cemetery, Seattle (16 min walk), Hec Edmundson Pavilion, Seattle (17 min walk), Husky Stadium, Seattle (19 min walk).

How to get to Union Bay Natural Area by public transport?

The nearest stations to Union Bay Natural Area:

Bus

NE 45th St & Mary Gates Memorial Dr NE • Lines: 31, 32, 65, 75 (6 min walk)
NE 45th St & 36th Ave NE • Lines: 31, 32, 45, 65, 67, 75 (7 min walk)

Light rail

University of Washington • Lines: 1 (21 min walk)
U District • Lines: 1 (28 min walk)

Trolleybus

15th Ave NE & NE 42nd St • Lines: 43, 44, 49, 70 (25 min walk)