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Watershed Park – Washington State Capitol loop from Olympia

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Watershed Park – Washington State Capitol loop from Olympia

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3.1

(25)

runners

Watershed Park – Washington State Capitol loop from Olympia

02:16

21.7km

150m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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284 m

McMenamins Spar Café

Highlight • Cafe

This is a great cafe/pub with a lovely patio, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It's a fantastic spot to relax after a ride and sip on one of their signature …

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1.81 km

East Bay Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This road offers an incredible perspective of the East Bay. As you ride along this stretch, you can see the beautiful marina along the shoreline across the water.

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14.1 km

Karen Fraser Woodland Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The main trailhead for the Karen Fraser Woodland Trail (formerly Olympia Woodland Trail) has parking and a public restroom. The paved trail intersects with the Chehalis Western Trail after 2.5 miles.

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14.7 km

Watershed Park was the site of the original waterworks for the City of Olympia. Today, signs of the old waterworks can be seen in and amongst the skunk cabbage and other vegetation in the spring basin.

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20.5 km

Washington State Capitol

Highlight • Monument

Olympia takes pride in being Washington State's capitol. Olympia, 60 miles south of Seattle and Bellevue, is regarded as a cultural center, the seat of state government, and a popular stopover for travellers heading to the coast.

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21.4 km

Heritage Park and View of Washington State Capitol

Highlight • Viewpoint

This 24-acre state-owned park, located right next to the Washington State Capitol building and along Capitol Lake, offers nice views of both. The trail circles the entire lake, creating a peaceful running experience.

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21.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

4.71 km

3.34 km

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.61 km

6.77 km

3.95 km

1.24 km

146 m

< 100 m

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Watershed Park – Washington State Capitol loop from Olympia

McMenamins Spar Café

East Bay Drive

Karen Fraser Woodland Trail Trailhead

Watershed Park

Washington State Capitol

Heritage Park and View of Washington State Capitol

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