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Chambers Lake
Location of Chambers Lake in Washington, USA.
Location of Chambers Lake in Washington, USA.
Chambers Lake
Location in Washington (state)
Location of Chambers Lake in Washington, USA.
Location of Chambers Lake in Washington, USA.
Chambers Lake
Location in the United States
Location Thurston County, Washington
Coordinates 47°01′31″N 122°50′20″W / 47.0253986°N 122.8388916°W / 47.0253986; -122.8388916
Type Lake
Surface elevation 203 feet (62 m)

Chambers Lake is a beautiful lake located in the U.S. state of Washington. It is a natural body of water that plays a part in the local environment and history of Thurston County, Washington.

What is Chambers Lake?

Chambers Lake is a freshwater lake found in the western part of Washington state. Lakes are important natural features that provide homes for many plants and animals. They also offer places for people to enjoy nature.

Where is Chambers Lake located?

This lake is situated in Thurston County, Washington. This county is in the Puget Sound region of Washington. The lake's exact location can be found using its coordinates: 47.0253986 degrees North latitude and -122.8388916 degrees West longitude. It sits at an elevation of about 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level.

How did Chambers Lake get its name?

The lake was named after the Chambers family. This family was among the first settlers in the area. They arrived and made their homes there in the 1840s. Naming places after early settlers was a common practice. It helps remember the people who helped build the community.

Who were the Chambers family?

The Chambers family were pioneers. Pioneers are people who are among the first to explore and settle a new region. They played a role in the early history of Thurston County. Their settlement in the 1840s helped shape the development of the area around the lake.

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