Discovery Park occupies the westernmost point in Seattle, and has a wide mixture of terrain and environments, from sandy beaches to upland forests and manicured park areas. Several miles of trails criss-cross the park; one loop along the beaches is highlighted in this entry. This loop begins at the north parking area and goes on the northern loop trail to the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, then down to North Beach. Going south along the beach, come to West Point Lighthouse, then swing east onto South Beach. From here, follow the Loop Trail back to the parking area. The beaches have excellent views across Puget Sound to the Olympic Mountains. Avoid the beach portion of this loop at high tide or during stormy weather.