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December 30, 2021by
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South of Seattle by a 40 minute drive, Tacoma is a bustling port city in the valley beneath the distant arch of Mount Rainier. It has all of the outdoorsy personality innate to the Pacific Northwest, with a little of everything to be enjoyed on vacation. The gorgeous Washington coast is well suited as an RV destination, and an excellent jumping off point to visit one of America’s most famous National Parks.
Campgrounds and RV Parks near Tacoma
Tacoma is surrounded by water and forests on nearly all sides, making nature the paramount feature in all of its RV campgrounds.
On the peninsula above Tacoma, Gig Harbor RV Resort is a quick drive into downtown with the benefits of camping under the trees. Individual sites are terraced and spacious, and the campgrounds are equipped with restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. The park has direct access points to the waterfront of Gig Harbor, is pet friendly, and supports full electric hookups.
To the northeast of Tacoma, Dash Point State Park has miles of hiking paths, traditional Washington coastline with dark sand beaches, lush green woodland, and dramatic waterviews. The small campgrounds available for RVs support full electric hookups, and come with restrooms and showers.
Holiday Park FamCamp is a military-only RV spot in a densely wooded area south of Tacoma. Although the park is no frills, the natural beauty of the campgrounds are what brings RVers back year after year. The grounds are equipped with a firepit, restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities, and support full electric hookups.
National Parks and State Parks near Tacoma
As a coastal city, Tacoma has no shortage of shoreline and dramatic outdoor views.
The aforementioned Dash Point State Park is a nearby retreat to the coastline of Washington. The park has numerous biking trails and scenic vistas, including its pier that stretches out over the moody waters of Commencement Bay.
Point Defiance State Park is a one-stop shop for all things outdoors fun. In addition to the woodland hiking trails, water views, and Japanese garden, the park is also home to the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, a much beloved and popular local establishment.
Tacoma Attractions
There’s a little bit of everything near Tacoma, making it a prime destination for adults and families— including one of the most beautiful National Parks in the United States.
The famous views that abound from Mount Rainier National Park are an hour and a half’s drive from downtown Tacoma. Fields of vibrant wildflowers beneath the towering snow-capped peak of Mount Rainier and open blue skies are one of America’s most stunning natural features. A trek through the hills of Mount Rainier National Park is a must-do event while visiting Tacoma.
In northeast Tacoma, the Wild Waves Theme and Water Park is a classic way to spend a summer's day with the family. Equal parts theme and water park, Wild Waves features dozens of rollercoasters and thrill rides— dry and otherwise!
For a taste of 1800s life, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is an interactive exhibit designed to educate and entertain visitors. The grounds of the Fort have been faithfully recreated and outfitted with costumed actors to immerse people in the life of a trading outpost in the Pacific Northwest.
Events in Tacoma
Tacoma takes full advantage of its spring and summer months by hosting numerous outdoor festivals to bring the community together.
Summer officially kicks off in Tacoma with the Gig Harbor Beer Festival. Dozens of local breweries submit their craft beers, ciders, and seltzers for guests 21+ to test out throughout the afternoon, alongside live music and games for entertainment. Best of all, proceeds from tickets to the event are all donated to a local charity.
All throughout the city of Tacoma on July 4th, festivities erupt throughout the day and long into the night. In addition to fantastic fireworks displays at night, Tacoma also puts on parades, outdoor concerts, pop-up markets, and more to celebrate Independence Day.
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