Flooding closes park, trail at Capitol Lake

A sign indicates the trail leading from Marathon Park is closed due to flooding.  The sign says "Water Over Roadway."
A sign indicates the trail leading from Marathon Park is closed due to flooding.

DES is tracking flooding due to heavy rain, high tides.

What

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) has closed public areas around Capitol Lake.

Where

Why

Heavy rain and high tides flooded these areas on Tuesday. Flooding is probable Wednesday morning. DES is monitoring conditions and will close additional areas if necessary.

When

DES will reopen the areas when it's safe to do so.

Impact

Restrooms, parking lot, park, and trail are closed.

Contact Us

DES Communications
media@des.wa.gov
360-407-9300