Gig Harbor
Visiting Kopachuck State Park
We did it… Roscoe and I survived our first Washington state winter! For those who haven’t read our previous articles, Roscoe, is my partner in adventure, who also happens to be a dog. Having lived in Florida my whole life, I’d like to say I handled the transition fairly well. There were phases: September –…
Read More5 of the Best 4th of July Activities in the South Sound Area
The 4th of July is one of the most celebrated and hyped up holidays of the year, as families come together to burst fireworks with friends and family to celebrate the Independence of America. I’ve compiled five events to celebrate this coming 4th of July with family and friends, which is both affordable and fun…
Read MoreFinholm View Climb provides an excellent view of Gig Harbor
Finholm View Climb in Gig Harbor The Finholm View Climb provides an excellent view of Gig Harbor, complete with panoramic views of Mount Rainier and the Gig Harbor Marina. Yet sadly, many people in the area don’t know about this little local treasure because it’s tucked in the back of parking lot across from Anthony’s…
Read MoreSummer Sounds at Skansie 2017
Summer Sounds at Skansie Park 2017 Note: The summer 2017 Summer Sounds concert series has now ended… we will post the 2018 Summer Sounds at Skansie Park schedule in a separate post as soon as it is released. This is usually posted in the early spring. Hope to see you then! If you love fun,…
Read MoreWhat County Is Gig Harbor In?
If you’re new to the area or looking to move to Gig Harbor, you might be wondering, “What county is Gig Harbor in?” Gig Harbor is in Pierce County, WA. The red outline in the map above shows the borders of Pierce County. As you can see, Pierce County also includes Tacoma and many smaller…
Read MoreCommute Times from Gig Harbor
Looking for average commute times from Gig Harbor to other areas in the Puget Sound? See our quick list of popular commutes below. Note: (These may vary widely based on traffic, especially for longer commutes) Gig Harbor to Seattle Average Drive Time 46 minutes Average Public Transit Time 1 hour, 27 minutes (via the bus) Bike…
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