No Fireworks, But Renton's Gene Coulon Park Is Open For July 4

RENTON, WA — The usual July 4 festivities at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park are on hold until 2022, but the park will be open for families looking to catch a little sun on Independence Day. Gene Coulon will be open for modified hours on Sunday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., with the Ivar's and Kid Valley restaurants open until 6:30 p.m.

Lifeguards will be on duty for the summer starting on July 4 at both Gene Coulon and Kennydale Beach Park, with staffed hours from 12:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Renton Police Department will be on patrol in the area for the holiday, along with Renton Regional Fire Authority's water rescue unit.

The boat launch will be open around the clock, and launch permits available for purchase online or by phone at 425-430-6700.

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More info from the city of Renton:

Park Hours of Operation

• 8:00a.m. to 7:00p.m.

Boat Launch Hours of Operation

• Open 24 hours
• No overnight moorage
• Paid permitted parking only for vehicles with boat trailers
• Parking Enforcement and Renton police will be onsite to keep traffic flowing
• Boat Launch Information

Swim Area and Lifeguard Schedule

• 12:00p.m. to 7:00p.m.
• Deep water cleared at 6:30 p.m.
• All remaining water cleared at 6:45 p.m.
• Exiting the park at 7:00 p.m.

Playground, Volleyball and Tennis Courts
These amenities are open and available on a first-come-first play basis.

Picnic Shelters
All picnic shelters are closed for public use. Visit here for the latest information and updates on City of Renton Parks, trails, and Picnic Shelter information.

Restrooms
All restrooms located within Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park will be open. No public restroom access available at the Southport Business complex unless you are patronizing an establishment.

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While the July 4 fireworks display is canceled, city officials said plans are underway to host a special fireworks show during an upcoming summer event. Until then, the city is reminding residents that owning or discharging personal fireworks is illegal in Renton, and violators can be subject to both civil and criminal penalties. King County has urged against using fireworks anywhere, even where they remain legal, due to the prolonged stretch of dry weather.