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Alder Lake Dam Reservoir Nisqually River Washington Aerial View
Alder Lake is formed by the Nisqually river in Rainier
Beautiful falls...park on road and follow the left hand trail about 1/2 mile
An hour or so south of Eatonville
Nice place to camp and explorer! 
The old or original town of Alder was located in Pierce County WA where present day Alder lake is located.

Alder was platted in 1905 by Martin Holes.  The name of the town was taken from the abundance of alder trees on the hills surrounding the town site.   In 1909 the town had a population of 200 with two general stores, two hotels, fraternal hall, church, school, saw and shingle mill, and two logging camps nearby.

In 1942 the second Nisqually Dam Project began.  Construction on the Dam lasted through WWII.   In September of 1944 the last bucket of concrete was poured, completing the dam.  The town of Alder moved out, and the town site was flooded shortly there after.
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Mill Village Motel

Mill Village Motel

2.5 out of 5
210 Center St. E. Eatonville WA
The price is 3.916.614 ₫ per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
3.916.614 ₫
4.422.094 ₫ total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Eatonville. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (735 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Mill Village Motel
Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

2.5 out of 5
2611 E E St Tacoma WA
The price is 2.502.427 ₫ per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
2.502.427 ₫
2.882.186 ₫ total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (167 reviews)
Gay

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

4 out of 5
1820 E 29th St Tacoma WA
The price is 4.289.875 ₫ per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
4.289.875 ₫
4.912.728 ₫ total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,610 reviews)
Everything was ok But about 2am woke up with feet & leg cramps. Half the room power went out: Tv shut off, lights went out and Heat shut off, got up at 7am, was only 60° in the room, why I got cramping, got cold. Called the front desk, Maintenance came turned on the power, lights came back on, Tv ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gateway Inn

Gateway Inn

3 out of 5
38820 State Route 706 East Ashford WA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ashford. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,796 reviews)
Seemed unfinished supposed to be kitchette but no way to cook . Had no plates, cutlery couldn't use stove or oven

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Gateway Inn
Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio

Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio

3 out of 5
Carbonado WA
Stay at this apartment in Carbonado. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Wilkeson Skate Park and Sunset Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Lovely place. Thoughtful amenities.
The tiny house had what was advertised.. a small cozy place. We stayed in container 3 and loved our first experience in a tiny container home. BBQ grill and outdoor vibes were amazing.

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Steps to Foothills Trail: Unique Carbonado Studio
Copper Creek Inn at Mt Rainier

Copper Creek Inn at Mt Rainier

3 out of 5
35707 SR 706 E Ashford WA
Stay at this cabin in Ashford. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a gift shop. Popular attractions Allen Memorial Forest and Ashford Natural Resource Conservation ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (164 reviews)
Great place

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Copper Creek Inn at Mt Rainier
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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