Juanita and Waverly Beaches Reopen for Swimming

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  Juanita Beach and Waverly Beach in Kirkland have reopened for swimming, wading, and other water activities as of 5 p.m. on June 23, 2026.“Juanita Beach and Waverly Beach have been reopened as of 5 p.m., June 23, 2026, for swimming, wading, and other water activities, by recommendation of Public Health – Seattle & King County.”
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  The beaches were closed to swimming starting June 16 due to elevated bacteria levels.“The beaches had been closed to swimming since June 16 due to elevated bacteria levels.”
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  King County Water and Land Resources Division staff tested the water this week and confirmed it was safe for recreational use.“Water quality staff from the King County Water and Land Resources Division tested the water this week and notified the City that the waters were again safe for recreational use.”
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  King County crews will continue weekly water sampling throughout the summer to monitor safety.“King County crews will return weekly to the beaches throughout the summer to take samples to ensure that the water is safe.”
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  King County tests swim beaches weekly, closing them if bacteria levels are high.“Swim beaches throughout King County are tested weekly by the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks. If beach water tests high for bacteria, the swimming area will be closed and there will be no lifeguards on duty.”
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  The county's Lake Swimming Beach Data webpage provides current status updates.“For additional details, visit King County’s Lake Swimming Beach Data webpage.”
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  Residents can join the King County Lake Beach Alert mailing list for closure notifications.“Do you want to be notified of swim beach closures and reopening? Join the King County Lake Beach Alert mailing list.”