One of the best things about Thurston County is our parks! If you are looking for a park near Olympia or Lacey that’s great for picnicking, walking and more, check out Tolmie State Park! Tolmie State ...

Good food, live music, community energy, and outdoor exploring there’s no better way to kick off summer. On June 21, 2025, celebrate the longest day of the year at the Come As You Are Music Festival, ...

Where to Float the Black River Near Olympia The Gate Area of the Black River has two boat launch put-ins, making it easy to do a one-way float with self-shuttling. We started at the Black River Boat ...

Montesano’s Lake Sylvia Embodies Western Washington History and Expansion During the late 1800s, the land around Lake Sylvia was privately owned by two men. One, Michael Luark, survived the Oregon ...

Planning on having a fireworks show at home? Be sure to check out the Grays Harbor County Emergency Management website for guidelines and information on firework bans and/or restrictions. Seabrook ...