Lynnwood Artesian Well, Lynnwood, WA

## Overview The Lynnwood Artesian Well is a beloved community water source located in the Picnic Point North area of Lynnwood, Washington, in Snohomish County. This free-flowing artesian well has long been a popular gathering spot for locals who come to fill jugs, bottles, and containers with naturally sourced groundwater — often at all hours of the day and night. The well features two spouts, each producing approximately five gallons of water per minute, providing a generous and steady flow. A sheltered structure protects the spouts from the elements, making it convenient to collect water even in the Pacific Northwest's frequent rain. A small parking area accommodates roughly five to six vehicles, though the site's popularity means you may find it busy at almost any time. Visitors have historically used this well as a drinking water source, and many locals consider it a neighborhood staple for fresh-tasting water. ## Directions 1. **From I-5**, take **Exit 183** (164th Street SW). 2. Turn **right** (west) onto **164th Street SW**. 3. Follow 164th Street SW downhill for approximately **0.3–0.4 miles**. 4. Watch for parked cars on the **north side** of the street — this is a reliable indicator you've arrived. 5. The well is located on the **north side of 164th Street SW**, roughly halfway between **22nd Avenue W** and **25th Avenue W**. **GPS Coordinates:** 47.85004, -122.265593 The well is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with no gates or restricted hours. ## What to Expect When you arrive, you'll find a simple but functional setup: a small shelter covering two water spouts, each flowing at a rate of about five gallons per minute. The flow is consistent and strong, so filling large containers doesn't take long. There's enough room for a few people to fill up simultaneously at the two separate spouts. Parking is limited to about five or six cars in a small pull-off area on the north side of 164th Street SW. Because the well is so popular with the local community, expect to see other visitors — even late at night. The atmosphere is friendly and communal; regulars are often happy to chat while waiting their turn. The site is easy to access directly from the road with no hiking required, making it suitable for visitors of all mobility levels. There are no restroom facilities on-site. The area around the well sits at the bottom of a gentle hill along 164th Street SW, nestled in a quiet residential stretch of Lynnwood. As with any natural water source, water quality can vary over time. While this well has been reported to produce clean, good-tasting water and has been used by the community as a drinking water source for many years, visitors should be aware that conditions can change and testing is always advisable for those with health concerns.