Ruston Way Park, Tacoma
Ruston Way Park is a two-mile-long waterfront area in Tacoma. It offers panoramic views of Commencement Bay and is perfect for walking, jogging, rollerblading, and fishing. Key access points for launching kayaks or paddle boards are Jack Hyde Park on the east end and Les Davis Pier on the west end.
Running from Jack Hyde Park to Point Defiance Park, Ruston Way passes through several parks, including Judge Jack Tanner Park. This paved trail spans seven miles round trip and is suitable for walking, cycling, and running. Nearby, you'll find the Chinese Reconciliation Park and the Fuzhou Ting pavilion, which commemorate Tacoma's historical events and promote reconciliation.
The trail is 9.2 kilometers out and back, taking about 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete. It's an easy route, popular for birding, road biking, and running, yet it offers quieter moments during less busy times. Open year-round, the trail welcomes dogs on leashes.
The Ruston Waterfront features a 3.2-mile path with scenic views of Puget Sound, passing through multiple parks and historical sites. It's an ideal spot for winter activities and enjoying local eateries along the way in Old Town Tacoma.
Running from Jack Hyde Park to Point Defiance Park, Ruston Way passes through several parks, including Judge Jack Tanner Park. This paved trail spans seven miles round trip and is suitable for walking, cycling, and running. Nearby, you'll find the Chinese Reconciliation Park and the Fuzhou Ting pavilion, which commemorate Tacoma's historical events and promote reconciliation.
The trail is 9.2 kilometers out and back, taking about 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete. It's an easy route, popular for birding, road biking, and running, yet it offers quieter moments during less busy times. Open year-round, the trail welcomes dogs on leashes.
The Ruston Waterfront features a 3.2-mile path with scenic views of Puget Sound, passing through multiple parks and historical sites. It's an ideal spot for winter activities and enjoying local eateries along the way in Old Town Tacoma.
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Sight Name: Ruston Way Park
Sight Location: Tacoma, USA (See walking tours in Tacoma)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Tacoma, USA (See walking tours in Tacoma)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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