Lake Ballinger is located on the north side of N 205th St, west of Nile Golf & Country Club and only moments from I-5 and Downtown Edmonds. Lake Ballinger is 103 acre lake, complete with its own island (Edmount Island), and homes only border the western and southern shores while the golf course and ball fields border the northern and eastern shores. According to the City of Mountlake Terrace's website the lake enjoys "Year-round fishing is available [and] Amenities include a boat launch for non-gas powered boats, a fishing pier, beach access, picnic tables, barbecue grills, and restroom facilities."