Totem Lake Viewing Point — photo spot in 12235 Totem Lake Way, Kirkland, WA 98034, USA



Totem Lake Viewing Point
Score4.3Small urban wetland with a raised boardwalk, cattails, lily pads and reflective water framed by trees and nearby residential/retail buildings. Great for intimate waterscape and wildlife shots (herons, ducks) plus seasonal color. Best at sunrise for glassy reflections and morning mist, or golden hour for warm side-light; evenings can produce colorful skies. Easily accessible with free parking in the Totem Lake shopping area and level boardwalk (no fee). Weekday mornings are least crowded.



Totem Lake Viewing Point
Score4.3Small urban wetland with a raised boardwalk, cattails, lily pads and reflective water framed by trees and nearby residential/retail buildings. Great for intimate waterscape and wildlife shots (herons, ducks) plus seasonal color. Best at sunrise for glassy reflections and morning mist, or golden hour for warm side-light; evenings can produce colorful skies. Easily accessible with free parking in the Totem Lake shopping area and level boardwalk (no fee). Weekday mornings are least crowded.

