Lacey is located in Washington's Thurston County. It's a suburb of Olympia with a population of 53,526. The area was originally known as Woodland and named after the 1853 settlers Isaac and Catherine Wood. The Wood family is perhaps most famously known for starting the first brewery in what would one day become the state of Washington.
In 1891, the railroad came to the area, sparking an initial phase of growth. The citizens decided it was time to have their own post office, but when they applied, they discovered there was already a town named Woodland on the Columbia River. The name Lacey is after O.C. Lacey, who was Olympia's Justice of the Peace. In 1950, Woodland and Chambers Prairie consolidated into Lacey, but the city wasn't officially incorporated until 1966. The area's main industries at that time included milk, cattle, retail, and forest products. Lacey eventually became a commuter town for the nearby cities of Olympia, Fort Lewis, and Tacoma. Recently, population growth and business development in the area have allowed Lacey to become a city with an identity and culture in its own right.
Lacey was one of the first areas to have a municipal park system in the state. Today, there are 1,200 acres of parkland in the city, including numerous walking and bike trails, a waterfront state park, an athletic complex, and a wildlife refuge. Depot Park includes a replica of the 1891 railroad depot and a train-themed play structure. The Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge is located where the Nisqually River meets Puget Sound, creating the Nisqually River Delta.
Homemade, Handmade, and Made with Love Winter Craft Fair - This upcoming event in Lacey is held each November. You’ll find over 35 local vendors and artisans selling everything from sweets to home decor.
Olympian Weavers Guild Annual Show and Sale - This upcoming event in Lacey provides guests with demonstrations and handmade items for sale each December.
Thurston County Fair - This upcoming event in Lacey is held each September with livestock, agricultural, and craft exhibits, as well as carnival rides.
Olympic National Park is 55 miles from Lacey with 60 miles of rugged coastline, glaciated mountains, and temperate rainforest. There are 650 archeological sites within the park, and you'll also find several hiking and nature trails to explore.
Mount Rainier National Park encompasses 236,000 acres. Located about 59 miles from Lacey, Mount Rainier itself is the park's centerpiece and is dotted with stunning wildflower meadows and old-growth forests. Hiking trails range from the family-friendly three-mile Silver Falls Trail to the more challenging six-mile Spray Park Trail.
North Cascades National Park is 164 miles from Lacey. It has beautiful jagged snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes, and wildflower fields. A long hike will take you closer to the park's 312 glaciers. Other popular activities in the park include camping, hiking, fishing, and kayaking.
Millersylvania State Park is 15 miles from Lacey. Here, you'll find 903 acres that include cedar and fir forests, along with 3,300 feet of freshwater shoreline. The park has 16 miles of hiking and biking trails as well as camping, fishing, and boating.
Penrose State Park is 54 miles from Lacey with 237 acres that include a picnic area, camping, and a marine area. Visitors can see stunning views of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier on clear days.
Farrell Cove State Park encompasses 35 acres on Harstine Island in Puget Sound. You can only get there by bridge or boat, but the trip is rewarded with wonderful swimming and fishing opportunities. This park is only 41 miles from Lacey.
The Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is a great place to learn about the gold rush that started when gold was found in the Klondike Hills. The park includes four sections. Each one is significant in the journey people took from Seattle to Alaska in hopes of striking it rich.
Ebey's Landing National Historic Reserve honors the first European explorers in the Pacific Northwest. The Ebey family were the first permanent settlers in the area. The reserve encompasses beautiful farmlands and coastlines.
Lewis and Clark National State Historical Parks include two state parks in Washington and three in Oregon. As you pass through the parks, you'll learn more about the Lewis and Clark exhibition and see the reconstructed Fort Clatsop where the explorers stayed.
Among the nearby RV campgrounds in and around Lacey, you'll find WA Land Yacht Harbor RV Park & Event Center in Olympia. They have 101 RV sites with full hookups. There's a picnic area and recreational trails to enjoy, and cell reception and RV storage are available on-site. Daily rates are $30. Weekly rates are $180, and monthly rates are $585.
Lost Lake Recreational Resort in Olympia is a private long-term park. The 11-acre lake is stocked with fish and available for water activities. There are 92 sites with full hookups. Guests will enjoy cell reception, indoor and outdoor heated pools, miniature golf, and a paddle boat rental. Rates are $850 per month.
Summertide Resort & RV Park in nearby Tahuya includes 240 feet of waterfront that provides guests with fishing, swimming, and boating. Full hookups, showers, cell reception, and Wi-Fi are available. Rates start at $50 per day.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Lacey, WA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Lacey?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Lacey from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Lacey?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.