At the top of the stairs from North 43rd Street, between Palatine Avenue North and Greenwood Avenue North, sits an unofficial neighborhood park that offers sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and a place for Upper Fremont residents to connect.
Accidental Park, as it’s come to be known, began in 2018 when three neighbors placed a few chairs on the small hillside space. What started as a simple gesture has evolved into a community hub where residents gather for sunset views, celebrate birthdays and weddings, and share meals together.
The grassroots park operates on an honor system. Neighbors contribute tables and chairs that remain available for public use, creating what organizers describe as “a very natural beautiful space that invites safe community building and individual quiet time.”
The initiative faced a brief setback when the city removed furniture following a complaint about broken chairs. After contacting city officials, organizers confirmed the community setup doesn’t violate any laws and resumed placing furniture at the site.
A sign at the location encourages visitors to enjoy the space while being “good stewards of Accidental Park.” The volunteer-maintained gathering spot continues to serve as an example of neighbors taking initiative to create shared community spaces.
This post is part of the “Where Fremont Gathers” series, exploring local spots where the community comes together. Where do you like to go in Fremont to connect with others? Share your favorite gathering spots with editor@fremontneighbor.com.
One response to “Where Fremont Gathers: Accidental Park”
So glad Accidental Park made the news! 🙂 It’s a precious spot….I can’t even count how many times i’ve run up and down the 70+ stairs with the Park at the top…:) It’s a great place for a happy hour or just to appreciate the mountain views….I run into countless neighbors there – what a joy….