Hovander Homestead Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Conservation Area, Regional Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Barn And Outbuildings, Farm Animals, Historic House, Master Gardener's Garden, Children's Story Garden, Observation Tower, Fragrance Garden, Beach, Trail Mile Markers. Check with WA Department of Fish & Wildlife for hunting season closures of the boardwalk.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Mixed Use Field, Open Space, Trails, Birdwatching, Animals Petting/Feeding, Fishing, Kayaking/Canoeing, Marina/Boating, Observatory

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Playground, Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Seating, Picnic Tables, Grills

Playground Size: Medium

Playground Shade: Little or none

Playground Surface Type: Wood chips

Pets: Allowed On-Leash, Allowed Off-Leash, Dog Park, Bags Provided

Additional Features: Community Gardens, Ornamental Gardens, Visitor Center, Nature Center, Historic Site, Museum, Gift Shop, Picnic Shelter

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAILS:

Trail Description: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/tennant-lake-and-hovander-homestead-trails

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Bicycling, Mountain Biking, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy, ADA Accessible

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles

Trail Shade: Some

Trail Surface Type: Gravel, Grass, Boardwalk

Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle

Trail Width: 4-8 ft

Trail Extras: Benches/Rest Areas, Playground, Drinking Water, Historic Sites

OTHER:

Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs

Park Information: Maps, Information Kiosk

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size

Open Space Shade: Some

Natural Water Feature: Pond/Lake, Creek/Stream, River/Channel, Shoreline/Beach, Wetlands