Lake Holm, Washington Lake
Small freshwater lake in Washington state
In western Washington, Lake Holm provides small-lake recreation-fishing, paddling and neighborhood trails-within reach of Puget Sound communities.
Lake Holm, Washington at a Glance#
About Lake Holm, Washington#
Lake Holm is a small freshwater lake in Washington State, United States. It is a local natural feature used primarily by nearby residents.
The lake is primarily used for low-key recreational activities such as small-boat use, angling and shoreline walking by local residents. There are no large visitor facilities and access is mainly from local roads and residential areas.
Lake Holm is a natural lake within the regional landscape of western Washington; it has been part of local land use for recreation and residential development over recent decades. No major historical events are widely associated with the lake.
The lake sits in western Washington State amid mixed woodland and suburban/residential development. Nearby towns and road networks provide local access.
How to Get to Lake Holm, Washington#
Drive: Located in Pierce County near the cities south of Seattle, Lake Holm can be reached via local roads off WA-167 and Pacific Avenue. Public transit options require a short rideshare or taxi from the nearest bus stops.
Tips for Visiting Lake Holm, Washington#
- If planning to kayak, launch from designated public access points to avoid trespassing on private lakeside properties.
- The area is suburban-expect dog walkers and families on weekends; street parking rules apply.
- For public transit, check King County Metro routes to nearby Park-and-Ride hubs and short taxi or rideshare hops to the lake.
Best Time to Visit Lake Holm, Washington#
Summer is best for water recreation; shoulder seasons work well for walking and birding.
Weather & Climate near Lake Holm, Washington#
Lake Holm, Washington's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1160 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 0° - 7° | 1° | 152 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 9° | 3° | 122 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 12° | 5° | 117 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 15° | 7° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 6° - 18° | 12° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 21° | 15° | 58 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 24° | 17° | 31 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 25° | 18° | 36 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 22° | 15° | 55 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 5° - 16° | 11° | 94 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 10° | 4° | 171 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 7° | 1° | 162 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |