Bring on the Beach! Best Beaches for Families Around Puget Sound
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Owen Beach. Credit: Gexydaf via Flickr CC
Owen Beach, Tacoma
Find it: 5605 N. Owen Beach Rd., Tacoma
Point Defiance Park’s Owen Beach is a must-do in the South Sound. Along with gorgeous views of Vashon Island and incoming ferries, this beach features wonderful opportunities for exploring tide pools on low-tide days. Keep an eye out for Explore the Shore days, when naturalists from Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium lead low-tide beach walks. Tip: You can even camp overnight at Owen Beach on special organized family campout nights.
Up for more adventure? Rent a kayak or look for seals or sea lions (just don’t disturb them). Or visit Point Defiance Park's newest treasure, Dune Peninsula, or favorites such as the Japanese Garden, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum or, of course, the excellent Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium.
Good to know: Parking is ample, and handicapped parking is available. A concession stand is open during the peak season.
