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Day Hike - Scott Pierson Trail (Tacoma Narrows Bridge)

Resolved to get outside more in 2025, but could use some conditioning before tackling gain under the weight of a backpack? Join me for my last conditioning day hike of the year on this paved trail!

  • Moderate/Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 11.9 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 900 ft
  • Pace: 2.0-2.5 mph

Car drop point-to-point-to-point hike from Gig Harbor to Tacoma War Memorial Park to Tacoma Narrows Airport. The Narrows Bridge is so much fun to hike, we'll hike it twice! Plan on some extra time for the car drop and returns. You're welcome and encouraged to pack additional weight and/or break in new gear.

We'll meet at the Borgen Trailhead of the Cushman Trail in Gig Harbor at 8:00 a.m., no pass required, toilets available. Note bridge toll will be required for eastbound return. 

Route/Place

Tacoma Narrows Bridge


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials

  • Navigation
  • Headlamp
  • Sun protection
  • First aid
  • Knife
  • Fire
  • Shelter
  • Extra food
  • Extra water
  • Extra clothes
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