Are ticks a problem in Thurston County?

There have been 10 tick reports near Thurston County, WA, with 0 bites and 10 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Thurston County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Thurston County include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Thurston County, WA

10 tick reports from the Thurston County, WA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Thurston County

Unidentified9 (90%)

Deer Tick1 (10%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Thurston County

Ticks are active in Thurston County, WA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 90% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days