Point Defiance Waterfront

Located in Tacoma right on beautiful Commencement Bay, this public boat ramp is a great spot to get your vessel into the water. It's managed by the State of Washington, so you can count on reliable access and maintenance. The waterfront location gives you direct entry to Commencement Bay, making it convenient whether you're heading out for a day on the water or planning a longer excursion. Being a state-managed facility, there are typically standard amenities and regulations in place. It's worth calling ahead if you need specifics about parking, fees, or current conditions, but overall it's a solid public access point for boaters in the Pierce County area.

πŸ“ Location

Address: 5608, North Waterfront Drive, Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98407, United States

City: Tacoma, WA 98407

County: Pierce County

Coordinates: 47.30522281, -122.5136182

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🌊 Ramp Details

Body of Water: Commencement Bay

⏰ Access & Hours

Access Type: Public

Managed By: State of Washington

πŸ—ΊοΈ Location Map

Data source: USGS

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