Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve

Mysterious mounds on the prairie. Unknown what caused these - earthquakes, floods, or gophers.
Mysterious mounds on the prairie. Unknown what caused these - earthquakes, floods, or gophers.
Mima Mound "The Great Pyramid of The Gophers." Many theories exist as to what created the Mima Mounds.

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Millersylvania State Park showing a lake or waterhole

Millersylvania State Park

You can take time to visit Millersylvania State Park during your travels to Tumwater. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Millersylvania State Park
This is a very easy and peaceful Capitol Forest trail. There's a wooden path that snakes through the forest with lots of tranquil spots with benches where you can relax and soak in the peacefulness. FYI, a Discover Pass is required for parking. #waterlust #WeekendGetaway

McLane Creek Nature Trail

You can take time to visit McLane Creek Nature Trail during your travels to Olympia. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

McLane Creek Nature Trail
Olympic Flight Museum which includes aircraft and interior views

Olympic Flight Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Olympic Flight Museum in Tumwater. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.

Olympic Flight Museum
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Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls during your travels in Tumwater. Savour the cosy cafes and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls
I get the privilege to see this mountain every single day as long as it's not completely covered by clouds. So lucky to live within a two-hour drive to the national park and the hiking trails surrounding this beauty!

Summit Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Summit Lake during your travels in Olympia. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Summit Lake
Washington State Capitol which includes heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Washington State Capitol

Washington State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Olympia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the cosy cafes and lively bars while in town.

Washington State Capitol

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