East Duwamish Greenbelt | |
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"The Jungle" | |
![]() Downtown Seattle as seen from near the Jungle | |
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Type | Green belt |
Location | Seattle, Washington, United States |
Coordinates | 47°34′30″N 122°19′6″W / 47.57500°N 122.31833°W |
Area | 150 acres (0.61 km2) |
Managed by | WSDOT Seattle Parks and Recreation |
Status | Open all year |
Website | Seattle parks website |
The Jungle, officially known as the East Duwamish Greenbelt, is a greenbelt on the western slope of Beacon Hill in Seattle, Washington that is known for its homeless encampments and crime. The Jungle consists of 150 acres (61 ha) underneath and along an elevated section of Interstate 5 between South Dearborn Street and South Lucile Street. An assessment counted 201 tents and estimate of more than 400 people in the area prior to a shooting on January 26, 2016, that increased scrutiny and a sweep of the greenspace. The area continues to be used by the homeless as of 2024.