词条 | Long Lake (Thurston County, Washington) |
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| name = Long Lake | image = | alt = | caption = | image_bathymetry = | alt_bathymetry = | caption_bathymetry = | location = Thurston County, Washington | coords = {{coord|47|01|05|N|122|46|22|W|region:US-WA_type:waterbody|display =inline,title}} | type = | inflow = | outflow = | catchment = | basin_countries = United States | length = | width = | area = | depth = | max-depth = | volume = | residence_time = | shore = | elevation = {{convert|161|ft|m|abbr=on}} | frozen = | islands = | cities = | reference = [1] }}Long Lake is a freshwater lake located in Thurston County, Washington, United States. It is located approximately 5.5 miles east of Olympia. It consists of two basins connected by a narrow neck. It is two miles long and has two islands, Holmes Island (13 acres) and Kirby Island (2.4 acres). Long Lake is fed by Pattison Lake and drains via Himes/Woodland Creek and Lois Lake to Henderson Inlet.[2] Long Lake was given its descriptive name in 1853.[3] Public AccessBoat LaunchThe lake can be accessed via a Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) boat launch. The launch is open during fishing season and requires a WDFW vehicle use permit.[4] Long Lake ParkLong Lake Park is a 10 acre park operated by the City of Lacey which features a swimming beach, sand-volleyball courts, and barbecue facilities. The park has 285 feet of beach frontage as well as picnic facilities and pedestrian trails through the woods. The city calls the swimming beach one of the finest in Thurston County. The park is open from 7am to dusk.[5] FishingThe following species of fish can be found in Long Lake:[5]
Lake Management DistrictSince 1987, Long Lake property owners have authorized Lake Management District No. 19 to oversee the management of the lake.[6] Currently, the District is authorized for Jan. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2015 Goals
Boating Safety RulesThurston County establishes regulations regarding boating operations and water safety on Long Lake.[7]
Polar Bear PlungeEach year on New Year's Day, Long Lake Park hosts the Polar Bear Plunge where hundreds ring in the new year by jumping into the lake.[8] (and quickly exiting) References1. ^{{Cite gnis|id=1506287|name=Long Lake|accessdate=2011-04-08}} 2. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/eap/lakes/wq/docs/lklonth1.html |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2015-07-23 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150723082009/http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/eap/lakes/wq/docs/lklonth1.html |archivedate=2015-07-23 |df= }}, Department of Ecology 3. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/permitting/historic/docs/Place-Names.pdf | title=Thurston County Place Names: A Heritage Guide | publisher=Thurston County Historical Commission | date=1992 | accessdate=28 March 2018 | pages=46}} 4. ^http://wdfw.wa.gov/lands/water_access/search/search_site.php?searchby=FacilityID&search=30580 5. ^1 http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/city-government/city-departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-facilities/municipal-parks/long-lake-park 6. ^ , Thurston County 7. ^http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/stormwater/lakes/long/lakes-long-safety.html 8. ^http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/city-government/city-departments/parks-and-recreation/special-park-events/polar-bear-plunge 3 : Lakes of Washington (state)|Lakes of Thurston County, Washington|Tourist attractions in Thurston County, Washington |
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