Are ticks a problem in Wayne County?

There have been 13 tick reports near Wayne County, WA, with 0 bites and 13 sightings. The most common species reported is the Deer Tick. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Wayne County?

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

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Ticks in Wayne County, WA

13 tick reports from the Wayne County, WA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Wayne County

Deer Tick12 (92%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified1 (8%)

Tick Safety in Wayne County

Ticks are active in Wayne County, WA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 92% 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