Discover Lacey, Washington
Lacey, Washington is a welcoming community with many of the things 55+ adults and seniors value—peaceful surroundings, recreation, convenient shopping and dining, and opportunities to stay connected. Enjoy scenic lakes, beautiful parks, walking and biking trails, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Lacey is also close to wonderful senior centers, community activities, and colleges and educational opportunities, providing places to socialize, learn, stay active, and try something new. With so much to enjoy close to home, Lacey offers a relaxed yet active lifestyle and is a wonderful place to call home.
Senior Apartments Lacey, WA
Colonial Inn offers comfortable, affordable senior apartments conveniently located near Olympia and Lacey, WA, with services designed to make everyday living enjoyable and worry-free. As a family-owned community established in 1998, we provide three delicious meals daily, transportation, linen service, entertainment, and daily activities in a warm, welcoming environment. If you are searching for senior apartments in Olympia, WA, or senior living in Lacey, WA, discover the comfort, convenience, friendships, and peace of mind that make Colonial Inn a wonderful place to call home.
Guided tours of the Legislative Building> are led by talented volunteers who serve as ambassadors for this beautiful building. Our expert guides are excited to share their knowledge of the architecture and history of the Capitol.
Lacey, Washington - Attractions
| Attraction | Description |
|---|---|
| Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge | A beautiful 3,700-acre wildlife refuge with walking trails, wetlands and abundant wildlife. |
| Tolmie State Park | Enjoy Puget Sound shoreline, walking trails, picnicking and beautiful Northwest scenery. |
| Long Lake | A popular Lacey destination for swimming, fishing, boating and enjoying the outdoors. |
| Chehalis-Western Trail | A scenic paved trail for walking and bicycling through forests, wetlands, farmland and along Chambers Lake. |
| Greg Cuoio Community Park | Lacey's newest major park, with forest trails, open space, a playground and picnic areas. |
| Lacey Museum | Learn about the history and heritage of the Lacey community. |
| Huntamer Park | A downtown gathering place for concerts, outdoor movies, community events and picnics. |
| Lacey's Lakes & Parks | Explore Long Lake, Hicks Lake, Pattison Lake, Chambers Lake and many local parks. |
Long Lake Park has a 285-foot beach, wooded areas, picnic facilities and a natural trail.
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge in Olympia, Washington, is located where the freshwater of the Nisqually River flows into Puget Sound. This 3,700-acre nature preserve on the shores of Puget Sound and the Nisqually River delta is home to over 300 wildlife species and features an interpretive center, picnic areas, and 5 1/2 miles of walking trails.
Tolmie State Park features Puget Sound beach frontage, trails, wildlife and birdwatching.
The Chehalis-Western trail is a paved pedestrian and bicycle trail that runs along Lacey's western border and stretches north 6.5 miles to the Woodard Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area and south 16 miles to the rural town of Rainier. The trail features access to Puget Sound, Chambers Lake, the Deschutes River, wetlands, forests, farmland, creeks, prairies, and other habitats. There are numerous trailheads.
Saint Martin’s University is a Catholic Benedictine institution of higher education that empowers students of all ages to pursue a lifetime of learning and accomplishment in all arenas of human endeavor. Saint Martin's students learn to make a positive difference in their lives and in the lives of others through the interaction of faith, reason, and service.
The Lacey Museum tells vibrant stories of Lacey and the South Sound’s past through exhibits, guided tours and walks, history talks, programs and more. We also have a wealth of information and thousands of historic photographs to help you in your own interest and research.
Situated in picturesque Woodland Creek Community Park, the Lacey Community Center seats 360 and hosts numerous community events. It is available for rent and provides an ideal location for banquets, weddings, receptions, meetings, and conferences.
Heritage Park is a 24-acre state-owned park bordered by the Capitol Campus, Capitol Lake and downtown Olympia. It is the northern extension of the historic West Capitol Campus and serves as a symbol of our state's commitment to community development and environmental stewardship.
- 143-acre grounds
- 260-acre Capitol Lake-Deschutes Estuary
- Five parks
- Three gardens
- 25 office buildings
- 18 monuments and artworks