r/SeattleUrbEx May 01 '26

Mods PSA: “The Lodge”

102 Upvotes

I’ve been working with someone with ties to the city that is dealing with the current halt in the demolition of the “Lodge” (IYKYK) and am going to draw a hard line on this building.

It is such a unique and old piece of architecture, and the only thing like it this state. There’s currently efforts being set forth to demolish the building to put up a bunch basic ass ugly af apartments and shopping center. The current plans are on hold while a lawsuit plays out to try and save the building.

But to the dumb fucks who keep breaking in, vandalizing, and destroying this building… you are playing an active role in destroying a piece of history and architecture that is dead in the modern world. The more shit you destroy, the more expensive it will become to repurpose the building and bring it up to code. At some point, the big banks are going to win the battle because they can’t outbid the banks all because you think a poorly drawn dick on the wall is what the place really needs.

This is a chance for this community to do the right thing and help save such a beautiful building from being wiped from this planet. Moving forward, you can freely talk about this place to help raise word of mouth awareness of its beauty and are encouraged to share your explorers of this building. But if you are actively breaking in from this point forward, you will be immediately banned from ever participating in this sub again. End of story.

Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints. ✌️


r/SeattleUrbEx Jan 31 '25

Mods Please read sub rules and abide by them, or face being banned.

62 Upvotes

Welcome to the sub!

As the newest member of the Mod team, I want to reiterate the basic message of this sub and add emphasis to future enforcement of our community rules.

Please abide by the sub rules. We only have 4, they are not difficult to follow, and help ensure that this community preserves the locations we have and keeps them, and the communities they exist in, safe for all to enjoy for years to come. You are highly encouraged to report any posts or comments that violate the rules.

• ⁠First offense for posting an easily identifiable or specific location, being a troll, or just generally being toxic: 30 day ban. • ⁠Second offense: Permanent ban.

You are, of course, welcome to exchange location information privately. Do not do so in public comments.

Lastly, we now have post flares. Please add a flare to your posts to keep the community organized. If you have any suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach the Mod team via Mod Mail and we will take all suggestions into consideration!

Thanks for joining this community, happy exploring! And remember, take nothing but pictures and leave only footprints!


r/SeattleUrbEx 1d ago

Pics Abandoned house by maplewood

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92 Upvotes

This place was super cool, it is in between 2 nicer houses so I would be careful about getting caught. Not sure how it came to be

I got confused, not in maplewood, Olympic view.


r/SeattleUrbEx 1d ago

Pics Abandoned 1950s Elementary School

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33 Upvotes

r/SeattleUrbEx 1d ago

Help/Tips Do you guys have any intriguing Urbex stories to share?

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r/SeattleUrbEx 2d ago

Pics Urban market before it gets demoed

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21 Upvotes

One of my first urbex outings here in Seattle. This place was hard to get into, probably why its still mostly untouched despite sitting for a few years.....


r/SeattleUrbEx 3d ago

WARNING Marion A. Zioncheck 1936: Complete Research Collection — Physics Case, Human Evidence & Visual Archives (Volumes 1–5)

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1 Upvotes

it didnt happen like they said it happened


r/SeattleUrbEx 5d ago

Pics i cant read.

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84 Upvotes

i ned translatour 🎶


r/SeattleUrbEx 6d ago

Pics milling around

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41 Upvotes

r/SeattleUrbEx 7d ago

Pics Furniture Store

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34 Upvotes

suddenly no furnitures or anything. didnt get a full walkthrough of the building tbh but imma spin back tho


r/SeattleUrbEx 7d ago

Pics Totally Functioning Brewery

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126 Upvotes

I was lied too, there is no beer . . . ☹️


r/SeattleUrbEx 8d ago

Pics mansion

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57 Upvotes

ah yes , the delightful cotton candies in the ceiling .. so yummy …


r/SeattleUrbEx 9d ago

Pics Where’s the flour?

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57 Upvotes

r/SeattleUrbEx 9d ago

Help/Tips Starting a project/community called FindUrbex

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r/SeattleUrbEx 10d ago

Help/Tips scouting partner

1 Upvotes

would anyone be willing to scope a spot for me on darrington that i’ve been wanting to see? there’s supposedly a piano in an abandoned house by this lumber mill but i’ve only recently just got a new car that may already need maintenance and it’s a 2 hour drive so i don’t want to make the trip if the piano isn’t there anymore :/ can message with coordinates,,,thanks!!!


r/SeattleUrbEx 13d ago

Help/Tips Microsoft Building

6 Upvotes

been curious about that microsoft building that's been sitting vacant for quite a while now. every time i pass by it, i wonder what's going on with it and whether there are any plans for the property. does anyone know the history behind why it's been empty for so long or if it's supposed to be redeveloped? i'd be interested in hearing anything people know about its current status. thinkin bout hittin dat mf soon though tbh


r/SeattleUrbEx 13d ago

Pics Side Quest (Help a Friend)

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64 Upvotes

Hey beautiful humans

I’ve got a little side quest for anyone who loves wandering, exploring, or following weird threads the universe puts in front of them.

I’m a glass artist on my way to Oregon Country Fair and somewhere between traveling through Seattle I lost a box with some of my handmade glass pieces.I think I most likely left it at the Seattle Greyhound bus station, but there’s also a chance it ended up somewhere around the train station that connects nearby.

If you’re already out exploring the city, poking around corners, helping strangers, or just following your curiosity, maybe keep an eye out for a lonely box that looks like it belongs to an artist.

I’m not worried about the glass. I just really want the case back and whatever’s inside it. Every piece has a story and I’d love to keep that story going.

If you happen to find it, or hear anything, send me a message. I’d love to thank you properly, and who knows, maybe our paths were supposed to cross.

May the mushrooms guide you and may the side quests lead somewhere magical. Mush Love ✌🏾🍄🧠✨🤯🚀🌌✊🏾


r/SeattleUrbEx 14d ago

Pics TumTumTum Factory

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30 Upvotes

came to revisit , had to get the last few breathe of asbestos in the sunny air ..


r/SeattleUrbEx 18d ago

WARNING Landmark in Des Moines is Compromised

60 Upvotes

Just went tonight, active camera and also an active nightwatch house on location with person confirmed inside (he was outside after I left). Some alarms went off in certain places as well.

Cop cars came after and pulled up in the main entrance area after I left as well. STAY SAFE AND ALERT


r/SeattleUrbEx 19d ago

Help/Tips Need a creepy house to film a horror movie scene in, either in Seattle or Western Part of Washington. Please dm me

11 Upvotes

Hey I'm an up and coming director making my first horror film, really want to film a *small* scene in an abandoned house. Would appreciate anyone who can tip me. Please dm


r/SeattleUrbEx 22d ago

Help/Tips Nike missile site s33 fairwood area

27 Upvotes

Ive driven past this site out in fairwood a few times and saw some people messing around on the roof im wondering if its possible to access the inside of the actual buildings or if theres any security if anyone else has gotten in there before


r/SeattleUrbEx 25d ago

Help/Tips Legal ish places to explore around here?

0 Upvotes

I'm planning on traveling from Oregon to Seattle soon to visit my friend before he deploys. I was wanting to find cool things for us to do! We really like abandoned building kinda things, but we're hoping for some options that won't necessarily get us in trouble. What about any rooftops we can access?


r/SeattleUrbEx 27d ago

Pics 747

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169 Upvotes

r/SeattleUrbEx 27d ago

Help/Tips Legal-ish places around here?

4 Upvotes

I'm planning on traveling from Oregon to Seattle soon to visit my friend before he deploys. I was wanting to find cool things for us to do! We really like abandoned building kinda things, but we're hoping for some options that won't necessarily get us in trouble. What about any rooftops we can access? Or just cool stuff you recommend in general for free!


r/SeattleUrbEx Jun 21 '26

Help/Tips Recent mill runs and good entrances

7 Upvotes

Anyone had a mill run and would like to share their route or tips to get in currently? Or just current experiences inside of it?