Cottage Lake Washington Map
Cottage Lake, Washington — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cottage Lake, King County.
Interactive Map of Cottage Lake, Washington
| City | Cottage Lake |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | King |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.744266 |
| Longitude | -122.077346 |
| Population | 22,518 |
| Density | 393.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
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.
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About This Cottage Lake Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Cottage Lake, Washington with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Cottage Lake is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Cottage Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
