Des Moines

Des Moines is a waterfront city on the eastern shore of Puget Sound in Washington, featuring a working marina, public parks, and residential neighborhoods. The location sits at about 28 meters elevation and offers direct access to the water with multiple recreational facilities.

The city received official incorporation on June 17, 1959, becoming an established municipality in King County. This date marks when the community formally organized its local governance.

The waterfront shapes daily life here, with locals and visitors fishing, boating, and gathering at the marina throughout the year. Public parks and the harbor create spaces where neighbors naturally come together.

The city connects to Seattle and nearby communities through Sound Transit and King County Metro, offering regular train and bus service. Visitors should use public transportation to reach the area and navigate to different parts of the region.

The marina here contains more than 800 permanent boat slips, making it one of the largest recreational harbors in the Puget Sound region. This facility reveals the community's deep connection to boating.

Location: King County

Inception: June 17, 1959

Elevation above the sea: 28 m

Shares border with: Federal Way

Website: https://desmoineswa.gov

GPS coordinates: 47.39417,-122.31806

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08