Gig Harbor is also a tourism destination where adventures await and beautiful scenery beckons...a place where you will enjoy everyday life to the fullest. Our extensive miles of shoreline, deep water bays, and scenic islands have made Gig Harbor famous for water sports and boating of all kinds. After exhausting yourself with maritime fun you may want to take on the challenge of our spectacular golf courses...be forewarned though, you may be distracted by the amazing greenery of the Northwest and not want to leave. If that’s not enough we also have summer camps, cycling and walking trails. There are also a huge variety of festivals and cultural events that are held every month of the year.
Things to Do in Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor is the Peninsula's playground….
Gig Harbor offers many activities, but in this quaint town, water sports abound. Sailing, kayaking and pleasure boats line the many marinas in Gig Harbor.
A public boat dock is located downtown and also there are three boat launches close by.
Boating & Kayaking
Spending a day out on the water is one of the best ways possible to enjoy Gig Harbor and all it has to offer. There are many options available for exploring the scenic waterways around our community; these include kayak rentals, boat charters and multiple boat launches. For a tour, contact:
829 N. Harborview Dr.
Gig Harbor WA, 98332
(253) 225-6306
http://www.destinyharbortours.com
Cycling
City Council:
The city of Gig Harbor is a 14-square mile area governed by an elected mayor and a seven-member council and managed by a city administrator. Gig Harbor Civic Center (City Hall) is located at: 3510 Grandview Ave, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
For more information please visit: www.cityofgigharbor.net
Location & Map:
Whether traveling by automobile, plane or yacht, Gig Harbor is easily accessible, being just minutes from Gig Harbor’s Pierce County Airport, 45-minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport, and boasting two public marinas. Visitors to Gig Harbor can also take Washington State’s extensive ferry system where you’ll enjoy scenic, leisurely trips into Seattle and beyond. Crossing the Tacoma Narrows, one of the longest suspension bridges in the world, visitors can quickly access Interstate 5. Gig Harbor is also the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula, one of the top attractions in America.
Click here for a Map of the Gig Harbor Area
Helpful Telephone Numbers:
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Points of Interest |
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· Cushman Trail |
253-851-8136 |
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· Gig Harbor Museum |
253-858-6722 |
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· Cultural Center |
253-851-9462 |
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· Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium |
253-591-5337 |
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· Eddon Boat |
360-407-6260 |
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· Chapel on Echo Bay |
253-549-7039 |
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· Garden Center |
253-851-8115 |
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· Gig Harbor Historical Society |
253-858-6722 |
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Community Resources |
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· Animal Shelter |
253-383-2733 |
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· Better Business Bureau |
206-431-2222 |
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· Citizens Crime Commission |
253-851-8136 |
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· City-County Library |
253-851-3793 |
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· Crime Stoppers |
253-591-5959 |
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· Employment Office |
800-381-6022 |
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· Health Department |
253-798-6440 |
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· Helpline |
800-572-4357 |
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· Internal Revenue Service |
253-428-3518 |
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· Post Office |
253-858-7262 |
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· Social Security |
800-772-1213 |
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· Time And Temperature |
800-552-3565 |
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· Parks And Recreation |
253-858-3400 |
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· PierceTransit |
800-562-8109 |
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· Veterans Administration |
877-249-0516 |
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· Weather Forecast |
800-552-3565 |
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