At Point Ruston Public Market, your guide will introduce the history of this revitalized waterfront, once home to the ASARCO smelter. Today, it’s a vibrant gathering place with shops, restaurants, and sweeping views of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier. This is where we’ll get comfortable on our bikes, go over safety basics, and begin our ride along the scenic Ruston Way waterfront.

At Chinese Reconciliation Park, we pause to explore an important chapter of Tacoma’s history. This waterfront site honors the Chinese community that once lived here and reflects on the events of 1885, when residents were forcibly expelled from the city. Your guide will share the story of displacement and the efforts toward reconciliation that led to the creation of this peaceful park. Surrounded by views of Puget Sound, this stop offers both a powerful story and a moment to reflect.

At Owen Beach, we take a break along one of Tacoma’s most scenic shorelines. Nestled within Point Defiance Park, this peaceful beach offers sweeping views across Puget Sound, with driftwood-lined shores and a chance to spot local wildlife. It’s the perfect place to relax, take photos, and enjoy the natural beauty that defines the Pacific Northwest before continuing the ride.

At Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park, we explore one of Tacoma’s most unique landscapes. Built atop the former site of the ASARCO smelter, this peninsula is a powerful example of environmental restoration. Your guide will share how this area transformed from heavy industry into a public space, while you take in sweeping views of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier. It’s one of the most scenic and memorable stops on the tour.

Along Ruston Way Park, we ride one of Tacoma’s most scenic waterfront paths. This stretch offers continuous views of Puget Sound, passing marinas, public art, and shoreline access points. Your guide will point out highlights along the way while keeping the ride relaxed and enjoyable as we make our way between key stops.

As we ride past Old Town Tacoma, your guide will point out the site of Tacoma’s earliest settlement. This area marks the city’s original waterfront community before industrial expansion reshaped the shoreline. Today, it offers a glimpse into Tacoma’s beginnings, set against views of Puget Sound.

As we ride past Point Defiance Marina, you’ll see one of Tacoma’s most active boating hubs, with views of sailboats, fishing vessels, and the surrounding shoreline. This stretch highlights the area’s continued connection to the water, blending recreation with the maritime character of Puget Sound.