Cottage Lake Washington Map

About Cottage Lake, Washington

Cottage Lake is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 22,518. The population density is 393.5 people per km². Cottage Lake is located at 47.7443°N, 122.0773°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98072.

Cottage Lake lies cradled by the verdant slopes that rise gently from its shimmering surface, a mosaic of Douglas fir and western red cedar forming a dense, fragrant canopy. It lies 5.3 miles north-north-east of Redmond, WA (from Redmond, WA: bearing 23°T), and is situated 7.5 miles north-east of Kirkland. Sunlight, softened by the persistent Pacific Northwest mist, filters through the boughs, illuminating patches of moss-laden bark and casting ephemeral patterns upon the forest floor. The air here carries the clean, earthy scent of damp soil and decaying leaves, a perpetual perfume that speaks of the rich, dark loam underfoot. The water itself, a placid mirror reflecting the ever-changing sky, offers a cool respite, its surface occasionally broken by the silent ripple of a rising trout or the distant, rhythmic dip of a paddle. The history of Cottage Lake is a quiet echo of the industrious spirit that once defined the region, a legacy of logging and small-scale farming that has largely given way to a more suburban rhythm. Generations have found solace and sustenance in the surrounding fertile lands, and the vestiges of those early homesteads, weathered barns and overgrown orchards, still whisper tales of resilience and self-sufficiency. Today, while the larger economy of the greater Seattle area hums with innovation, Cottage Lake retains a distinct character, a slower pulse that allows for a deeper appreciation of its natural beauty. The local economy now leans towards services and retail, catering to the families who have chosen Cottage Lake for its tranquil setting and its proximity to the urban bustle, yet its soul remains tethered to the enduring allure of the forest and the serene expanse of its namesake water.

About This Cottage Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cottage Lake, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.744266, -122.077346. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cottage Lake and King County.

Detailed location data for Cottage Lake includes the ZIP code (98077), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of King County (Seattle), and school district assignment (Northshore School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cottage Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.