Point Defiance Park
- Monday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Saturday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
- Sunday07:00 AM - 08:30 PM
A huge urban park in the United States is located in Tacoma, Washington. The 760-acre (3.1-kilometer2) park features the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, the Rose Garden, the Rhododendron Garden, beaches, trails, a boardwalk, a boathouse, a Washington State Ferries ferry dock for the Point Defiance-Tahlequah route to Vashon Island, Fort Nisqually, an off-leash dog park, and, most notably, an old-growth forest. It attracts around three million tourists each year. The Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma maintains and operates Point Defiance Park.
Contact Information
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- Contact: (253) 305-1088
- Email: N/A
- Website URL: http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/point-defiance-park/
- Address: 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, Washington - 98407
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Frequently asked questions
Point Defiance Park is generally open year-round, but hours may change due to weather or maintenance.
Some parks provide separate areas for different dog sizes. Check locally to see what Point Defiance Park offers.
Point Defiance Park may offer off-leash areas for dogs. Check posted rules or contact (253) 305-1088 for more details.
Policies may vary. It’s best to follow local rules at Point Defiance Park regarding the number of dogs per visitor.
Many dog parks are free to enter, but some may have fees. Check locally or contact (253) 305-1088 if available.



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