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Five Mile Drive Outer Loop

Five Mile Drive Outer Loop

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Five Mile Drive Outer Loop

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Location: Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, United States

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November 4, 2023

Road cycling

Five Mile Drive’s outer loop section winds around the tip of Point Defiance and is closed to motorized vehicles. It is an excellent road for pedestrians, runners, and cyclists to enjoy this forest experience, with many dirt trails connected for users who would like a more extended trip. As you travel on the loop, you will see several viewpoints where you can catch a glimpse of Vashon Island, Dalco Passage, Gig Harbor, and the Narrows.

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Five Mile Drive loop

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Cycle the easy 12.0 miles (19.4 km) Five Mile Drive loop in Point Defiance Park, enjoying panoramic views and an old-growth forest.

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Five Mile Drive Outer Loop – Fort Nisqually loop from University Place

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Point Defiance Park – Fort Nisqually loop from Tacoma

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Distance 2.02 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 40 m

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Location: Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, United States

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