Things to do in Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor Peninsula Historical Society & Museum
The new museum is designed to: Showcase the rich heritage of the Gig Harbor Peninsula, and provide hands-on, interactive experiences that bring history alive and encourage lifelong learning. Call (253) 858.6722 for more information.
4218 Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, WA
Kopachuck State Park
This beautiful park has a western exposure with spectacular sunsets, sandy beaches and a panoramic view of the snow-capped Olympic Mountains. Cutts Island, a portion of the park located half a mile from the park proper, is reachable only by private boat. Call (360)378-2902 for more information.
Mintercreek Hatchery
Visitors can learn how salmon "fry" are hatched and raised until they're big/old enough to be released into the wild. The hatchery releases more than seven million Coho, Pink, Chum and Chinook salmon into area streams each year. The biggest salmon can be seen September through November climbing the fish ladder. Call (253) 857-5077 for more information.
12710 125th Ave. CT KPN, Gig Harbor, WA
Rosedale Gardens
Rosedale Gardens is where art and landscape design are displayed as a tour garden as well as a full service nursery. Located on over 15 acres in the beautiful Gig Harbor area, unique settings will inspire visitors to create the elements of a professionally landscaped yard. Call (253) 851-7333 for more information.
7311 Rosedale St NW, Gig Harbor, WA
Waterfront History Walk
Enjoy all the history of Gig Harbor along our beautiful waterfornt with a comprehensive tour guide book available at the Chamber of Commerce, the Museum and many local businesses. Then follow the heritage markers along this route for a journey into Gig Harbor history.