Lakeland North Nature Park

A new King County Park is coming to South King County. Temporarily named Lakeland North Urban Nature Park, this new 20-acre park is located between Auburn and Federal Way in a narrow piece of Unincorporated King County. (view location in Google Maps). 

Please share your input in the survey and sign up for our newsletter to stay informed as we move the park design forward.

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Phase 3 - Spring 2026

In spring 2026 a new proposed park plan will be shared for public input.  

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Phase 2 - Present Concept Designs 2024

We will take input provided in Phase 1 and develop a series of different concept plans that will show various ways the park could be built in terms of trails, playground, shelters, and other park features.

King County will ask for public feedback and preferences on the different concept plans via in person/virtual events and an online survey.

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Phase 1 - Introductions and Listening 2023

King County is introducing this new park property to neighbors and community organizations. We are listening for what community priorities are for the new park via in person/virtual meetings and an online survey. We will learn the type of experiences you want in the park, and any concerns or challenges you want us to be aware of.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Daphne Payne, Project Manager, King County Parks - daphne.payne@kingcounty.gov
  • Joe Inslee, Project Manager, King County Parks - jinslee@kingcounty.gov

Construction is anticipated to begin as early as 2027

As part of King County's Land Conservation Initiative one overall goal of the park is to increase access to nature. A play meadow can be incorporated into the design, but not formal athletic facilities.

The park is funded by the