Lake Stevens Washington Map

About Lake Stevens, Washington

Lake Stevens is a locality in Snohomish County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 40,253. The population density is 1501.0 people per km². Lake Stevens is located at 48.0151°N, 122.0637°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98258.

Lake Stevens, a jewel cradled by verdant hills, unfurls its placid waters under the wide Pacific Northwest sky. It lies 5.8 miles east-south-east of Marysville, WA (from Marysville, WA: bearing 116°T), and is situated 6.9 miles east-north-east of Everett. The air here carries the clean, damp scent of pine and cedar, a constant reminder of the dense forests that fringe its shores, their dark green needles a rich contrast to the vibrant, almost impossibly blue expanse of the lake itself. Gentle slopes descend to the water's edge, dotted with the cheerful hues of suburban homes and the darker, more ancient shadows of mature trees. On a clear day, the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Mountains stand sentinel on the horizon, their majesty a quiet counterpoint to the immediate, intimate beauty of the lakeside landscape. The light, especially in the late afternoon, casts a warm, golden glow across the water, transforming ripples into fleeting, molten trails. The history of Lake Stevens is etched into the very land, a narrative of logging and the resourceful spirit of those who first harnessed its natural bounty. For generations, timber was the lifeblood of this region, the roar of saws and the scent of sawdust a common refrain. Today, that industrial past has softened, giving way to a more varied economy that embraces recreation and a burgeoning residential character. The lake, once a source of timber and power, is now the primary draw for its residents and visitors, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and quiet contemplation on its sandy beaches. Local businesses, from cozy cafes to bustling shops, reflect the welcoming and down-to-earth nature of the people who call Lake Stevens home, their lives moving with a steady, comfortable rhythm, much like the gentle lapping of waves against the shore.

About This Lake Stevens Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lake Stevens, 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 Lake Stevens and Snohomish County.

Detailed location data for Lake Stevens includes the ZIP code (98258), telephone area code (206, 253), county seat of Snohomish County (Everett), and school district assignment (Lake Stevens 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 Lake Stevens is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.