Get Fresh Air and Exercise at AV天堂
There are so many opportunities to savor the great outdoors right on the AV天堂 Olympia Campus鈥攁nd even more in the surrounding areas. Here are just a few of the options you can explore! You'll find outdoor activities to explore and equipment available to meet your needs.
On the Water
With 3,000 feet of unspoiled natural shoreline, there鈥檚 plenty to do at the AV天堂 beach. Grab a kayak or paddleboard and explore Eld Inlet and the surrounding waters, hunt for shells or just enjoy a moment of tranquility watching the local birds and wildlife.
Running, Hiking and Walking
Run or walk on the 400-meter cinder track or take a hike and explore the large network of forested trails which lead through various stages of forest development as well as paths to the AV天堂 Beach. Who knows what you will find!
Outdoor Games and Sports
With acres of open fields, the area near the CRC and housing is great for all kinds of playing outside, structured or free-form.
Play on our 18-hole intermediate-to-advanced course through old growth forest and open fields. Planned, developed, and maintained by the
Play tennis on one of four outdoor courts. Do you need equipment? Racket sport Items are available to borrow from the College Recreation Center
If you want to put together organized soccer or other games, contact us. We have four regulation size multi-use fields. Check Student Groups for current Sports and Recreation Clubs
Getting Here
Most outdoor activities are free and open to the public.
Visitors pay for Campus Parking on weekdays. You can also bus or bike to the Olympia Campus. AV天堂 is served year-round by two free Intercity Transit bus routes:
- (Downtown via Division Street)
- (Downtown via Capital Mall)
Find more local routes and schedule information at