Area guide · Thurston County
Living in Tumwater, WA
Tumwater is a city directly south of Olympia, where I-5 and US 101 meet. It is one of the oldest American settlements in the Puget Sound region, set along the Deschutes River.
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What is Tumwater like?
Tumwater mixes established neighborhoods, newer subdivisions, and commercial areas near I-5. Tumwater Falls Park on the Deschutes River and the historic brewery site are local landmarks, and Olympia Regional Airport is in the city.
- TypeIncorporated city, Thurston County
- SchoolsMostly Tumwater School District; confirm by address
- Main routesI-5, US 101
- NearbyOlympia, Lacey
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Which school district serves Tumwater?
Most of Tumwater is in the Tumwater School District. Confirm the assigned schools for a specific address.
How close is Tumwater to Olympia?
Very close. Tumwater borders Olympia to the south, and many residents work in Olympia or commute north on I-5.
What is Tumwater known for?
Tumwater Falls Park on the Deschutes River, its long history as an early Puget Sound settlement, and its location at the I-5 and US 101 junction.
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