South Puget Sound Wildlife Area

South Puget Sound Wildlife Area

The South Puget Sound Wildlife Area is a 100-acre open space with hiking and bike trails. Explore the Native plant gardens, have a picnic, or enjoy a calm walk. This area is maintained by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

South Puget Sound Wildlife Area, Lakewood, WA 98498


About the Wildlife Area

The South Puget Sound Wildlife Area is a 100-acre space with hiking and bike trails. On top of the trails, this area offers many great features, including:

  • A Native plant garden to learn more about Lakewood’s indigenous plants
  • Picnic space with a view of Lakewood’s prairie habitat
  • 1/2 Mile of ADA paved trail to a scenic view of Mt. Rainier
  • Bird watching in a number of different habitats
  • A Fish Hatchery that is open to the public during weekdays

Special Rules:

  • Open every day during daylight hours
  • Bikes, skateboards, scooters and other non-motorized vehicles allowed on paved trail
  • Dogs must be kept on-leash

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