Summit Lake (Washington) facts for kids
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 Summit Lake
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| Location | Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 47°03′18″N 123°05′53″W / 47.055°N 123.098°W |
| Type | Lake |
| Surface area | 511.2 acres (206.9 ha) |
| Surface elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
Summit Lake is a beautiful freshwater lake found in Thurston County, Washington state. It is known for its clean water and many types of fish. People often visit Summit Lake for fishing and to enjoy the outdoors.
Where is Summit Lake?
Summit Lake is located in the southwest part of Washington state. It is about 7.6 miles east of McCleary, Washington. The lake is also close to the state capital, Olympia, about 9.7 miles west of it. Another nearby town is Tumwater, Washington, which is about 9.8 miles to the west-northwest.
You can easily get to the lake using a special boat launch. This launch is on the southwest side of the lake. It is owned by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.
What Lives in Summit Lake?
Summit Lake is home to many different kinds of fish. It is a very popular place for fishing in Thurston County. Some of the fish you might find here include:
- Rainbow trout
- Kokanee (a type of salmon)
- Largemouth bass
- Smallmouth bass
- Yellow perch
- Coastal cutthroat
The lake's clean fresh water helps these fish to thrive.
How Did Summit Lake Get its Name?
Over time, Summit Lake has had a few different names. In earlier days, people sometimes called it "Prays Lake." It was also known as "Crooked Lake" because of its shape. The name "Summit Lake" was officially chosen around the year 1900.
