Car Hire in Lakewood Center

Eastern Lakewood is located in the eastern part of Lakewood, about 10 km south of Tacoma and 60 km south of Seattle along I-5. With 3 rental agencies in the area, service primarily supports travelers connected to Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and the southern Tacoma region. Fort Steilacoom Park with its 340 hectares and the historic Western State Hospital building are 3 km to the north.

Steilacoom – Washington's oldest incorporated city – is reached in 10 minutes to the west and offers ferry service to Anderson Island. Military travelers associated with JBLM should check if the rental agency offers military discounts – the base is only 5 km south via I-5. SR-512 east leads to Puyallup and SR-410 toward Mount Rainier, about 90 km to the park entrance.

Avoid I-5 north toward Tacoma during morning rush – take Gravelly Lake Drive as a local alternative along the lakes. How close is Eastern Lakewood to Tacoma center? About 10 km north via I-5 or SR-512 – takes approximately 15–20 minutes without rush hour traffic.

Can I visit Mount Rainier as a day trip from Lakewood? Yes, take SR-512 east to SR-410 via Enumclaw – about 90 km to the White River entrance and approximately 1.5 hours. Definitely doable as a day trip.

Are rental agencies open on weekends in Eastern Lakewood? Opening hours vary by rental agency. Check specific times via car rental websites and prefer to book in advance on weekends as demand is high near JBLM.

We compare prices from all major providers at Lakewood East so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.