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Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls

Park · Tumwater, WA · reviewed since 2011

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%80+50.8Reliability 28%95+26.8Replies to reviews 8%6+0.5Experts Score= 78Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#27 of 44 water feature installationPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 40%
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,955 Google reviews · 24 photos
79%five-star reviews
4.85★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.6%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
1%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls at a glance

Google reviewers rate Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls 4.7 out of 5 based on nearly five thousand reviews. Visitors frequently praise the natural scenery, waterfalls, and the seasonal salmon run, noting the area is well-maintained and suitable for easy walks with pets. Common criticisms include tight parking during busy periods, limited accessibility for wheelchair users, and outdated information regarding closed dining options or playgrounds.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 4,955 reviews (79% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 4,955 Google reviews (2,745 with written comments, 885 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 4, 2026.
  • Service: Water Feature Installation serving Tumwater, Washington.

Data from Google, last updated November 6, 2026.

Score profile vs other water feature installation

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction80Reliability95Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews6Satisfaction: 80 (median 84)Reliability: 95 (median 84)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 6 (median 50)
This companyWater Feature Installation median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
80
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
95
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls: 6/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.F
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Star ratings

4,955 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3,91979%
  • 4 stars83917%
  • 3 stars1493%
  • 2 stars251%
  • 1 star230%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 2,500 written reviews

  • Praise68097%
  • Complaints203%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude56881%
  • Would recommend467%
  • Speed & response396%
  • Quality & results183%
  • Price & value152%
  • Honesty & trust122%
  • Communication20%

What customers talk about

We read 2,500 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “…DDERS,PRETTY COOL SITE,MID TO EARLY FALL MAYBE A LIL LATER BUT YEAH ,NICE…”
  • “I would definitely recommend visiting if you are in the area!”
    “Normally its a fun walk and i would give it 5 stars.”
  • “Beautiful park for a quick hike around a gorgeous falls!”
    “A 7 minute walk each way, if you walk slowly, and enjoy the view :) .”
  • “Seeing the salmon up close and personal was an amazing experience.”
    “…f way, the old degrading oil seeping brewery is just an eyesore and a horrible blast from the past, also the dam that creates Capitol lake needs to co…”
  • “Fun to watch for alot longer then you might think,and it's free, definitely worth it”
    “And the restaurant over looking is kinda pricey but good.”
  • “I honestly thought it was just a small kids’ park, but it turned into one of the most beautiful and relaxing spots we’ve been to.”
    “There is a play area, many shady picnic spots with benches and the Falls Restaurant (I have not eaten here)”
  • “Really appreciate the markers explaining historical significance of this waterway.”

People customers mention

  • Olympia 48 reviews
  • River 25 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Lidia9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Absolutely beautiful place!!! so calming, so relaxing. This is the place where I could realize that life is so beautiful and we are so blessed to be able enjoy places like that.

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Mario8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Beautiful AREA TO WALK ,WATER FALL AND YOU CAN CATCH THE SALMON RUN ,WATCH THEM HEADING UP ,SALMON LADDERS,PRETTY COOL SITE,MID TO EARLY FALL MAYBE A LIL LATER BUT YEAH ,NICE

Jake13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

So cool! Full on salmon jumping! Huge guys! Fun to watch for alot longer then you might think,and it's free, definitely worth it

KellieLocal Guide · 183 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Beautiful place with waterfalls and salmon jumping the falls to migrate. Also the old Olympia Brewery Company building.

BrentLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Nice place for walk. During the right time of year you can see the salmon running.

VeronicaLocal Guide · 207 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Very beautiful place, that's the perfect spot to walk around with the family or friends, nice view.

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 4,955 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Arthur YoungLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Arthur has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Park was beautiful this time of year

  • Maintenance: Well-maintained
  • Accessibility level: Very accessible
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • View type: Water views, Forest views
Dixie Allred10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dixie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing place

  • Maintenance: Well-maintained
  • Accessibility level: Somewhat accessible
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • View type: Panoramic landscapes, Water views, Forest views
KevinLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The park is great, the directions for the local eats is inadequate.

  • Maintenance: Well-maintained
  • Accessibility level: Very accessible
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • View type: Panoramic landscapes, Water views, Forest views, Mountain views
Paul LaRoccaLocal Guide · 77 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Watching the salmon was very cool

J Loan10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing system of ladders built to help our salmon get home.

vivek royLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews vivek has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

one of the most beautiful places i have ever seen.

Lidia Gurashvilli9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lidia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely beautiful place!!! so calming, so relaxing. This is the place where I could realize that life is so beautiful and we are so blessed to be able enjoy places like that.

  • Maintenance: Good condition
Karen Abel-DickinsonLocal Guide · 101 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Beautiful

  • Maintenance: Well-maintained
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • Shade level: A mix of sun and shade
  • Wildlife viewing: Saw wildlife everywhere
Tracy MaurerLocal Guide · 66 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tracy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very busy. Parking spaces are tight.

  • Maintenance: Average condition
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • Comfort level: Very safe
  • Water quality: Good visibility
Antares BrownLocal Guide · 52 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Antares has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Beautiful scenery and enjoyed our nature walk.

  • Maintenance: Well-maintained
  • Trailhead access: Very easy
  • Shade level: Mostly shaded
  • Wildlife viewing: Saw wildlife everywhere

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