Luther Burbank Park Swim Beach

Luther Burbank Beach is located at 2040 84th Ave SE

As you head to the Mercer Island shoreline this summer, stay alert to hidden dangers. The Mercer Island Police Department’s Marine Patrol Unit actively patrols the coast to keep the public safe and has already removed tons of debris left by recent flooding. However, submerged hazards may still be present, risking entanglement or drowning.

Remember that Lake Washington remains deceptively cold beneath the surface, which can quickly trigger muscle failure or hypothermia, even if the air temperature is in the eighties or nineties. Preventable drownings remain elevated across King County, with Lake Washington accounting for nearly 30% of recent open-water fatalities. Exercise caution by never swimming alone, using a life jacket, staying close to shore, and swimming in a designated swim area. Visit King County's website for more tips to swim safely. 

For current water temperatures and water quality results, visit King County's Lake Swimming Beach Bacteria and Temperature page.

Amenities include:

• Swimming (*see below)
• Picnic areas
• Barbeque area
• Playground area for children
• Restrooms (available during summer season only)

Pets are not allowed at public swim areas from May 1 to September 30. Outside of these times dogs are allowed on the beach but must be on a leash at all times. Link to Off Leash Areas on Mercer Island

Click here for information on water quality at Mercer Island life guarded beaches.​