Fort Nisqually – Tacoma Narrows Bridge loop from University Place

Fort Nisqually – Tacoma Narrows Bridge loop from University Place

Moderate

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Fort Nisqually – Tacoma Narrows Bridge loop from University Place

01:54

38.8km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.56 km

War Memorial Park

Highlight • Monument

This area served as a staging area for the construction of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and was later donated by Harold Woodworth. Within the park, you can find a bell …

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11.4 km

Salmon Beach

Highlight • Settlement

Salmon Beach is a remote, unknown, and quirky neighborhood of 82 houses with 200 steps dividing it from the rest of the world. This special place was a gem for …

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13.2 km

Port Defiance Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

The ferry ride to Vashon Island is a short trip with departures daily every fifteen minutes. The round trip cost for Port Defiance/Tahlequah is $6.50 plus a bicycle surcharge of …

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13.9 km

Point Defiance Gardens

Highlight • Natural

There are speed limit signs for bicycles posted along the route.

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15.6 km

Five Mile Drive Outer Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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 …

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17.7 km

View of Gig Harbor from Point Defiance Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views from the bluff overlooking Gig Harbor are amazing from this area. This spot is a perfect place to stop, rest, have a picnic, or simply take in the beauty, with several benches and restroom facilities available here.

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19.7 km