Sammamish Charter Bus & Party Bus Rentals
Sammamish sits on a plateau east of Lake Sammamish with no direct freeway access, which means every group trip — whether it's heading downtown for a Seahawks game or out to wine country in Woodinville — threads through SR-520 or I-90 first. Sammamish party bus rentals through Kentpartybuscompany.com make that routing someone else's problem. Fill out one quick form or call 253-766-3190 and compare vehicles and rates in seconds — no account needed.
Find the Right Party Bus Service in Sammamish
Kentpartybuscompany.com is a quote-comparison website that makes it genuinely easy to compare party buses, charter buses, minibuses, and Sprinter vans serving Sammamish and the broader Eastside and King County area, all from one place, in under a minute.
Here's what that actually looks like: instead of hunting down individual bus companies, calling each one during business hours, describing your trip over and over, and waiting on callbacks with quotes that never quite match up — fill out one quick form and see vehicles, options, and pricing for Sammamish. That's it. You don't need an account.
You don't need to commit to anything. A free quote takes about 30 seconds online, or you can call 253-766-3190 any time to talk through your options. The right bus for your group is out there — Kentpartybuscompany.com just makes finding it fast.
Types of Buses in Sammamish
Sammamish group trips range from 10-person winery runs to Woodinville to 50-person charter hauls into Seattle for a concert at Climate Pledge Arena. Whatever the headcount, there's a vehicle match: 15–35 passenger minibuses, 25-passenger party buses, 40–56 passenger charter buses, 14-passenger Sprinter limos, and Sprinter vans. Browse the full vehicle lineup or call 253-766-3190 to talk through the right fit.
Vehicle photos show representative examples — exact make, model, color, interior, features, and availability vary by provider and trip.
14 Passenger Sprinter Limo
Sprinter Van Rental with Driver
15 Passenger Party Bus
18 Passenger Party Bus
20 Passenger Party Bus
25 Passenger Party Bus
28 Passenger Party Bus
30 Passenger Party Bus
40 Passenger Party Bus
50 Passenger Party Bus
15-35 Passenger Minibus
40-56 Passenger Charter Bus
Buses and vehicles shown above are examples and may not be the exact makes and models available for every trip. Photos may show stock or typical vehicles rather than the exact vehicle offered for a trip. Fill out the online quote form or call 253-766-3190 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing, and to confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities for a trip.
Popular Sammamish Bus Amenities Available
The right amenities depend entirely on what your group is doing. For a bachelorette night heading into Capitol Hill or Bellevue, a 20- to 40-passenger party bus typically includes color-changing LED lighting, a full-length bar setup, flat-panel TVs, and a Bluetooth sound system — the vibe is built in before you hit the freeway. A Sprinter limo works well for smaller bridal parties or executive transfers, with leather seating, individual climate control, and USB charging at every seat.
For a full-size charter bus hauling a corporate team from Sammamish to a conference at the Washington State Convention Center, expect reclining seats, overhead storage, onboard restrooms, and undercarriage luggage bays. Amenities vary by vehicle and provider, but the comparison tool on this site lets you filter and see exactly what each bus includes before you commit to anything.
Air-conditioning
Wraparound Leather Seats
AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With LED Lighting and Cup Holders
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are common features that may be available on party buses. Exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After submitting a quote request, compare vehicle options, pricing, and available details. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle for a trip, call 253-766-3190.
How Much Does a Party Bus Cost in Sammamish?
Sammamish party bus rental prices shift based on vehicle size, the day of the week, how many hours you need, and how far out you book. As a planning baseline: a minibus runs roughly $200–$275/hour on weekends, a 25-passenger party bus runs $275–$375/hour on weekends, and a charter bus for larger groups comes in around $200–$350/hour. Per-day packages are also available — a 25-passenger party bus runs approximately $1,850–$2,900 for a full day.
Those are planning ranges to give you a ballpark — real pricing moves with your specific date, itinerary, and how quickly inventory is moving. The fastest way to see what your trip actually costs is to fill out the quick form online or call 253-766-3190. Pricing for your exact date and headcount comes back in under a minute.
Check the party bus prices page for a fuller breakdown by vehicle.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $204 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $203 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $340+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $207 – $246+ | $209 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $206 – $327+ | $208 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 253-766-3190. | |||
Match Your Group to the Right Sammamish Party Bus
Getting from Sammamish to anywhere in the Seattle metro without hitting congestion on SR-520, I-90, or the Bellevue connector is genuinely hard on event days — and it's worse when you're coordinating multiple cars. Kentpartybuscompany.com exists to take the coordination off your plate entirely.
Because this is a comparison site and not a single bus company, you're never limited to one fleet's availability. Options span Sammamish and all of King County, so there are choices on a Saturday night in prom season, during Seahawks playoff runs, and over Woodinville harvest weekend — times when vehicles book up fast. You fill out one form, see multiple vehicles and price points side by side, and pick what fits your headcount and budget.
No callbacks, no repeated trip descriptions, no minimum account setup. Quotes are free, available any time at 253-766-3190, and come back fast. That's the whole pitch — it's just faster and easier than any alternative, and you end up with more choices, not fewer.
Sammamish Party Bus & Group Transportation Services
Whether your group is heading to Sea-Tac, a concert in Seattle, a Sammamish Plateau wedding venue, or wine tasting in Woodinville, there's a service type and a vehicle ready for it. Kentpartybuscompany.com connects Sammamish groups to transportation for every occasion — airport runs, weddings, concerts, corporate shuttles, prom, game days, winery tours, and more.

Sammamish Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Sea-Tac International Airport (17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98158) sits roughly 25–30 miles southwest of Sammamish, and the drive down I-90 West to I-405 South or SR-169 can pile on an extra 20–40 minutes on a weekday morning with Eastside commuter traffic. For a group of 10 or more flying together, coordinating multiple cars, paying for long-term parking (Sea-Tac's main garage runs $32–$39/day), and reassembling after baggage claim adds up fast — in dollars and in stress.
A Sammamish airport shuttle bus sidesteps all of it. The group boards together at one address, and the bus heads directly to the correct terminal. At Sea-Tac, commercial bus pickup and drop-off uses the lower-level roadway at each terminal's arrivals curb — have your full group together with bags before the bus arrives, then call to confirm it's moving in.
For pickup after landing, the Sea-Tac ground transportation guide has current commercial vehicle lane details. Call 253-766-3190 to set up your airport transfer.

Sammamish Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
A Sammamish bachelorette night almost always heads into Seattle, Bellevue, or both — and the challenge is keeping 15–25 people on the same itinerary once the night gets going. Capitol Hill bars, Bellevue's downtown restaurant row, and South Lake Union rooftop spots are all in play, but Eastside parking on a Friday or Saturday night is expensive and scattered, and rideshare surge pricing after midnight hits hard when you're trying to move a full group.
A 20- to 40-passenger Sammamish party bus rental keeps the whole group together from the first pickup to the last drop-off, and the bus runs on your schedule — not a rideshare algorithm's. LED lighting, a sound system, and a bar setup are standard on most party buses in this size range, so the energy is already up before the first venue. Book 6–8 weeks out for Friday and Saturday nights in summer.
Call 253-766-3190 to check availability.

Sammamish Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
A party bus arrival is one of the most memorable ways to show up to a Sweet 16 or quinceañera, and Sammamish has no shortage of celebration venues within reach — from Eastside banquet halls to event spaces in Issaquah and Bellevue. An 18- to 25-passenger party bus is one of the most common fits for these celebrations: big enough for the inner circle, small enough to navigate the Plateau's residential pickup areas without hassle.
For adult milestone birthdays — a 30th or 40th heading into Seattle for a dinner cruise or a night in Belltown — a 30- to 40-passenger Sammamish birthday party bus gives the group room to move and keeps the night on a single coordinated route. Weekend rates for a 25-passenger party bus run $275–$375/hour as a planning baseline — real pricing depends on your date and hours. Fill out the quick form or call 253-766-3190 and you'll have a number for your specific trip in under a minute.

Sammamish Concert Transportation & Shuttles
Most of the Pacific Northwest's major concert venues sit 25–35 miles west of Sammamish, and every one of them has a post-show rideshare problem. Climate Pledge Arena (334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109) in Seattle Center has no on-site parking — the nearest garages fill within an hour of doors opening, and post-show rideshare queues on 1st Avenue North routinely run 45+ minutes on sold-out nights. White River Amphitheatre (40601 Auburn-Enumclaw Rd, Auburn, WA 98092) is closer to Sammamish via SR-18, but the single-lane exit onto Auburn-Enumclaw Road after a show can take an hour to clear.
The Tacoma Dome (2727 East D St, Tacoma, WA 98421) adds I-5 South to the equation.
A Sammamish concert bus rental solves the exit problem at every venue — your group is already together when the encore ends, and the bus is staged and ready rather than stuck in a rideshare queue three blocks away. The Climate Pledge Arena bus guide and White River Amphitheatre bus guide have venue-specific drop-off details. Call 253-766-3190 to check availability for your date.

Sammamish Corporate Event Transportation
Sammamish is home to a dense concentration of tech campuses and corporate offices — Amazon, Microsoft, and a string of mid-size software firms all operate in or near the SR-520 corridor. Getting a team of 20–50 from the Sammamish Plateau into downtown Seattle for an all-hands, a client dinner, or a convention at the Washington State Convention Center (705 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101) without splitting into a caravan is one of those logistics problems that looks small until it isn't.
A Sammamish corporate event charter bus keeps the team on one arrival schedule and eliminates the downtown parking math entirely — Convention Center garage parking runs $30–$45 for an evening event, multiplied by every car in the caravan. A 40–56 passenger charter bus with onboard WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats means the ride itself can stay productive. A minibus is the better call for smaller executive groups or tech campus shuttles.
Call 253-766-3190 for corporate account rates and multi-day shuttle packages.

Sammamish Private Event Transportation Services
Sammamish's event calendar has a few dates that spike transportation demand across the whole Eastside. The Lake Sammamish State Park summer concert series draws large crowds to the park's lawn — and the park sits on E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, where street parking along the waterfront fills by late morning on event days. The Sammamish Plateau's July 4th fireworks draw families from across the region, turning SE 8th Street and East Lake Sammamish Pkwy into gridlock for hours post-show.
For family reunions, church retreats, or multi-stop private outings, a Sammamish private charter bus keeps the group on one vehicle and one schedule — no splitting across three minivans, no one getting lost on the way to a second venue. A 40–56 passenger charter bus with undercarriage storage is the right call when the group is large and luggage is involved. Call 253-766-3190 to build a custom multi-stop itinerary.

Sammamish Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Skyline High School and Eastlake High School both draw from Sammamish, and prom season on the Eastside — typically late April through mid-May — is one of the busiest stretches of the year for party bus demand in King County. Both schools hold events that book out transportation weeks before prom night, and the same 6-week window affects availability across the entire region.
For prom: book by January or expect limited availability and higher rates in the spring. A 20- to 28-passenger party bus is one of the most popular fits for prom groups coming out of Sammamish neighborhoods. Homecoming falls in October and books up faster than most families expect — 8–10 weeks out is the safe window. Kentpartybuscompany.com makes it straightforward to compare vehicles and pricing for a Sammamish prom party bus before the good options are gone.
Call 253-766-3190 to check what's still available on your date.

Sammamish School Event & Field Trip Transportation
Field trips out of Sammamish most commonly head to the Museum of Flight (9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle, WA 98108), the Pacific Science Center (200 2nd Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109), or Woodland Park Zoo (5500 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103) — all of which require a full cross-lake transit on SR-520 or I-90 and then navigation into Seattle. Parking for buses at these venues is designated and separate from general lots, and most require advance coordination for school groups.
A Sammamish school event charter bus keeps students together and eliminates the carpooling math that puts the coordination burden on teachers and parents. These charter buses include overhead storage, climate control, and reclining seats — a real upgrade from a yellow school bus on a 45-minute drive each way. ADA-accessible vehicles are available; mention it when you request your quote.
Call 253-766-3190 to get pricing for your group size and date.

Sammamish Sporting Event Transportation
Lumen Field (800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134) and T-Mobile Park (1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134) both sit in the SODO district, and getting there from Sammamish means I-90 West, then navigating through downtown Seattle — a corridor that backs up hours before kickoff or first pitch. Post-game, the I-90 on-ramps near the stadiums queue for 45–60 minutes on big game nights, and rideshare surge pricing in SODO on Seahawks Sundays is reliably 2–3x normal rates.
A Sammamish charter bus to Seattle drops your group at the stadium and stages nearby for the return — no parking lottery, no post-game rideshare scramble. The Lumen Field bus guide and T-Mobile Park bus guide have specific drop-off and parking detail for both venues. For Kraken games at Climate Pledge Arena, the Climate Pledge Arena guide covers the no-parking-on-site situation in full.
Call 253-766-3190 to check game-day availability.

Sammamish Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Sammamish and the surrounding Eastside are home to a cluster of popular wedding venues — The Willows Lodge in Woodinville, Robinswood House in Bellevue, and Pickering Barn in Issaquah all draw Sammamish couples and their guests. The logistical challenge is almost always the same: guests are spread across multiple hotel blocks in Bellevue, Issaquah, or Kirkland, and the ceremony and reception venues are in different locations with limited or no on-site guest parking.
A Sammamish wedding shuttle bus runs timed loops between hotel blocks and venue entrances, so no guest is navigating unfamiliar Eastside roads after dark in formal wear. A minibus handles 20–35 guests per loop cleanly; a charter bus makes sense for receptions over 100. A 14-passenger Sprinter limo is the natural fit for the wedding party itself on ceremony day.
Because Kentpartybuscompany.com lets you compare pricing and plan details up front, your wedding timeline stays tight. Call 253-766-3190 to build your shuttle plan.

Sammamish Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Woodinville Wine Country sits roughly 12 miles northwest of Sammamish — a 20-minute drive under normal conditions, longer when SR-522 or the Redmond-Woodinville corridor backs up on weekend afternoons. The Woodinville wine district clusters more than 100 tasting rooms and production wineries along NE 145th St, Woodinville-Redmond Rd, and Hollywood Hill — Chateau Ste. Michelle (14111 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072), Columbia Winery (14030 NE 145th St), and Novelty Hill-Januik (14710 Woodinville-Redmond Rd NE) are the anchor stops. Parking along the tasting corridor fills on Saturday afternoons, and shuffling the group between tasting rooms in separate cars means someone always ends up as the designated non-participant.
A Sammamish winery tour bus rental keeps the whole group on the same stops, on the same schedule, with no one drawing the short straw. A 15- to 25-passenger minibus or party bus is a good size for most Woodinville groups — maneuverable enough for the tasting room lots, roomy enough for a full afternoon out. Call 253-766-3190 to check weekend availability before the prime Woodinville harvest season books out.
How to Book Your Sammamish Party Bus
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Party Bus & Group Transportation in Sammamish & Beyond
Kentpartybuscompany.com helps groups find transportation across the entire King County region and beyond. Whether you need a Seattle party bus, a Bellevue bus rental, a Kirkland party bus, a Redmond charter bus, or a Renton party bus rental — the same quick form or one call to 253-766-3190 covers all of it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sammamish Party Bus Rentals
How does this website work?
Kentpartybuscompany.com helps you compare bus rental options for Sammamish. Fill out the quote form to review pricing and available vehicles for your date, compare the options, and find the right fit for your group.
What is Kentpartybuscompany.com?
Kentpartybuscompany.com is a quote-comparison website — a tool that lets you compare party buses, charter buses, minibuses, and Sprinter vans available from transportation providers serving Sammamish and the broader King County area, all in one place, with no account required.
Fill out the quick form or call 253-766-3190 any time to see what's available for your date.
How does Kentpartybuscompany.com work?
Enter your trip details — date, group size, pickup and drop-off locations — into the online quote form. You'll see vehicle options and pricing from providers serving your area in seconds. No callbacks, no account setup, no obligation.
If you'd rather talk it through, call 253-766-3190 any time to compare options and find what fits your group.
How much does a party bus cost in Sammamish?
Sammamish party bus rental prices vary by vehicle, day of the week, and how many hours you need. As a planning baseline: a minibus runs roughly $200–$275/hour on weekends, a 25-passenger party bus runs $275–$375/hour, and a full charter bus runs $200–$350/hour. Per-day rates vary as well.
Real pricing depends on your specific date and itinerary — fill out the quick form or call 253-766-3190 and you'll have a number in under a minute. The party bus prices page has fuller breakdowns by vehicle type.
How do I get from Sammamish to Seattle for an event without dealing with I-90 traffic?
You don't — that's the honest answer. I-90 West from Sammamish to the SODO stadiums or Seattle Center is going to be congested on event days, especially on Seahawks Sundays, concert Fridays, and holiday weekends. What a charter bus changes is who's absorbing the stress.
Your group boards together at a Sammamish pickup address, the routing is handled, and everyone arrives at the same time without the parking lottery on the other end. Post-event, the bus is staged and waiting rather than circling or stuck in a rideshare queue. That's the trade-off — you can't avoid I-90, but you can take it off your personal to-do list entirely.
What's the best vehicle size for a Woodinville wine tour from Sammamish?
For most groups heading from Sammamish to Woodinville's tasting rooms, a 15- to 25-passenger minibus or smaller party bus is the right fit. The tasting room lots along NE 145th St and Woodinville-Redmond Rd are manageable for vehicles in that size range — a full 56-passenger charter bus is harder to park at smaller production wineries. For groups under 14, a Sprinter van or Sprinter limo is cleaner.
If your group is 30 or more, a charter bus is fine for the main stops like Chateau Ste. Michelle, which has large event parking. Call 253-766-3190 and describe your stop list — it takes about two minutes to match the right vehicle to the route.
Can I book a bus from Sammamish to Sea-Tac for a group flight?
Yes — and for groups of 8 or more flying together, it's almost always the better call compared to multiple cars and long-term parking. Sea-Tac's main garage runs $32–$39/day, so a group of 10 each driving separately and parking for a week-long trip adds up to hundreds of dollars before a single bag is checked. A charter bus or minibus from a Sammamish address drops the group at the correct terminal's arrivals-level curb and handles the I-90 and SR-509 routing.
The Sea-Tac airport shuttle guide has current commercial vehicle pickup detail.
When should I book a party bus for a Sammamish event during peak season?
Peak windows on the Sammamish calendar include Eastside prom season (late April through mid-May), Woodinville harvest season (September–October), Seahawks home game Sundays (September–January), and summer Saturdays generally. During those stretches, the best vehicles go quickly — especially 20- to 30-passenger party buses on Friday and Saturday nights. For prom specifically, booking by January is the safe move.
For harvest season winery runs and summer concert weekends, 6–8 weeks out is the minimum. Outside peak periods, 2–4 weeks is workable for most trips.
How far in advance should I book?
For most Sammamish trips — birthday nights out, corporate shuttles, wedding guest loops — booking 3–6 weeks out is fine. For prom, book no later than January. For Seahawks playoff games and Woodinville harvest weekends in October, 6–8 weeks out is smart.
The earlier you call 253-766-3190 or fill out the form, the more vehicle options are still on the table — and early bookings typically come in at the lower end of the pricing range.
Popular Sammamish Party Bus Destinations
From the stadium district in Seattle to wine country in Woodinville to the trails around Lake Sammamish State Park, Sammamish groups have a long list of destinations worth the trip. Here are six of the most common — and what actually matters for getting a bus there and back without surprises.

Lumen Field
Lumen Field (800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134) holds 68,740 for Seahawks games and is one of the loudest outdoor stadiums in the NFL. From Sammamish, the drive is I-90 West to I-5 South — on game day that corridor backs up well before kickoff, and post-game I-5 and I-90 on-ramps near SODO queue for 45–60 minutes. General parking in the stadium district runs $35–$60 on game days, and lots close to the gates sell out fast.
Charter buses use the commercial vehicle approach on Occidental Ave S and stage in nearby commercial lots for pickup after the game. The Lumen Field bus guide has current drop-off and staging detail. Phone: 253-766-3190.

T-Mobile Park
T-Mobile Park (1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134) is a ballpark seating roughly 47,900 sitting one block east of Lumen Field in the SODO district. Mariners games draw steady midweek crowds from the Eastside, and the parking situation mirrors game-day football — paid lots fill early, and the walk from remote SODO street parking to the home plate entrance on 1st Ave S can run 10–15 minutes. Commercial bus drop-off follows the Occidental Ave S and Edgar Martinez Dr S corridor.
The T-Mobile Park bus guide has the specifics on staging and pickup timing. Groups of 20 or more from Sammamish almost always find a minibus cheaper per person than parking plus the carpool math. Phone: (206) 346-4000.

Climate Pledge Arena
Climate Pledge Arena (334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109) hosts the Seattle Kraken, the Seattle Storm, and a year-round concert schedule in Seattle Center. The arena has zero on-site public parking — the Seattle Center campus is pedestrian-priority, and the nearest garages on 1st Ave N and Mercer St fill within an hour of doors for sold-out events. Post-show rideshare queues on 1st Ave N routinely run 30–50 minutes, and the SR-520 bridge back to the Eastside backs up after large shows.
A charter bus from Sammamish stages at Seattle Center after drop-off and is waiting at the agreed curb when your group exits — the Climate Pledge Arena bus guide covers the exact approach. Phone: (206) 752-7600.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
Chateau Ste. Michelle (14111 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072) is Washington State's oldest winery and the centerpiece of the Woodinville wine district — it hosts a summer concert series on its amphitheater lawn that draws 3,000-plus per show and books out months ahead. The estate has a large on-site parking lot that handles normal tasting-room days fine, but concert nights and harvest weekends fill it quickly and overflow onto NE 145th St. From Sammamish, the drive north through Redmond on SR-202 to Woodinville runs 20–25 minutes under normal conditions. A minibus or party bus keeps the full group on one arrival and lets everyone actually enjoy the tasting — no one drawing the short straw on the drive back.
Phone: (425) 488-1133.

Lake Sammamish State Park
Lake Sammamish State Park (2000 NW Sammamish Rd, Issaquah, WA 98027) sits at the south end of the lake and draws large summer crowds for swimming, picnicking, and the waterfront lawn. The park's parking fills by late morning on hot July and August weekends, after which Washington State Parks may restrict additional vehicle entry until space opens up. Day-use requires a Discover Pass, $10 per vehicle for a day pass.
For family reunions, company picnics, or large group outings based on the Sammamish Plateau, a charter bus into the park eliminates the parking-lot-full turn-away problem and keeps everyone on one coordinated arrival. Phone: (360) 902-8844.

Emerald Downs
Emerald Downs (2300 Emerald Downs Dr, Auburn, WA 98001) is the Pacific Northwest's only thoroughbred horse racing track, running a live racing season from April through September with weekend stakes races drawing 5,000–10,000 attendees. From Sammamish, the drive runs south on I-405 to SR-167 South — about 30 miles and 35–45 minutes under light traffic. Parking at Emerald Downs is plentiful on normal race days but fills fast on big stakes weekends, and the SR-167 southbound merge near the Auburn exit slows predictably post-race.
Charter buses and large vehicles use the designated commercial vehicle lane off Emerald Downs Drive. The Emerald Downs bus guide has current staging and exit-route detail. Phone: (253) 288-7000.