Watershed Park, Public forest park in Olympia, US.
The 153-acre temperate rain forest contains a network of trails winding through dense vegetation, wetlands, and along Moxlie Creek.
The area served as Olympia's primary water source from the late 1800s until the 1950s, with wells operated by private owners and later the city.
Local environmental activist Margaret McKenny led the community effort in 1955 to prevent logging and establish the protected park status.
Visitors can access the 1.35-mile loop trail from Henderson Boulevard, featuring wooden structures and gravel paths through varied terrain.
The park maintains visible remnants of its water supply infrastructure, including old pipes scattered throughout the forested grounds.
Location: Washington
Inception: 1956
GPS coordinates: 47.02800,-122.88600
Latest update: March 13, 2025 19:36
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