The City of Mountlake Terrace Recreation, Parks & Open Space Master Plan
The City of Mountlake Terrace has developed a comprehensive and visionary Recreation, Parks & Open Space Master Plan to guide the development and acquisition of new recreation facilities, parks, and open spaces, as well as the renovation of existing facilities over the next twenty years.

What is a Master Plan?
The Master Plan reflects the city’s vision of a vibrant community that responds to the needs and desires of its residents, friends, and visitors for fun, healthy, exciting, and diverse activities in an award-winning Recreation and Parks system. The plan looks at where we are now, what the anticipated needs are for the future, and how we can improve and upgrade our existing facilities.

What is the Purpose of a Master Plan?
The purpose of the Recreation, Parks and Open Space Master Plan is to create a clear and concise set of goals, policies, and objectives that provide direction for the City’s future growth.

Key Components of the Plan

Parks System and Open Space and Trails
Identifying appropriate parks, open space and trails development standards; identify opportunities and deficiencies in the park system and open space; and create a parks system, trails and open space renovation program. 

Recreation Facilities
Identify appropriate recreation standards and services; and identify opportunities for future recreation programs and services. 

Recreation Program, Services, and Facilities
Examine and evaluate the current recreation programs, services, and facilities; identify appropriate standards and services; and identify deficiencies and opportunities for future recreation programs and services.

Some Visions for the Future

• Add more connecting pathways and trails in our parks
• Offer amenities to attract and retain residents and visitors
• Provide increased recreation opportunities for local residents
• Support downtown redevelopment efforts through connectivity and beautification of the community
• Ensure equal access to all user groups
• Preserve and care for natural open spaces in the urban setting
• Add new recreation facilities to accommodate the changing needs of our population, such as our many young families, as well as those moving toward retirement
• Add more neighborhood parks, passive parks, and family areas
• Address aging infrastructure issues by taking action steps to upgrade facilities and amenities

Recreation, Parks and Open Space Master Plan

Recreation, Parks and Open Space Maps

Recreation, Parks and Open Space Supplemental Materials