Heritage Park (Olympia, Washington)

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Heritage Park is a 24 acres (9.7 ha) state-owned park adjacent to the campus of the Washington State Capitol, Capitol Lake and downtown Olympia, Washington.[1]

Location330 5th Ave SW, Olympia, Washington
Coordinates47°02′39″N 122°54′18″W
Area24 acres (9.7 ha)
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Heritage Park
Park sign; view of Capitol Lake and State Capitol, 2011
Interactive map of Park location
TypeUrban Park
Location330 5th Ave SW, Olympia, Washington
Coordinates47°02′39″N 122°54′18″W
Area24 acres (9.7 ha)
OwnerWashington state
StatusOpen
Hiking trails2
HabitatsWaterfront
WaterCapitol Lake
CollectionsPublic art
ParkingParking lot
EventsCapital Lakefair
FacilitiesAmphitheater
WebsiteWashington State Capitol Campus - Heritage Park
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Recreation

Heritage Park contains two trails around Capitol Lake and connect to the State Capitol Campus; an amphitheater area is also available for modest events.[1] The park is home to the Heritage Park fountain, a sprayground located on a 1.1-acre (0.45 ha) parcel across from Percival Landing.[2]

The park is host to the annual Lakefair festival, which takes places in July.[3]

Ecology

Heritage Park is vulnerable to flood waters; on January 7, 2022, the park experienced significant flooding as a result of a 17.9 feet (5.5 m) king tide.[4]

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