Frequently Asked Questions
We are in the heart of Gig Harbor bay, a short voyage from Vashon's Pt. Dalco or Tacoma's Pt. Defiance. If you'd like to mark us as your destination, our coordinates are 47° 19.85' by 122° 34.90'.
The entrance to Gig Harbor is a narrow passage marked by a light at the end of a sand spit extending from the east. The center of the passage is approximately 10' deep at mean low tide, but shallows extend from both shorelines. Entry is not especially tricky or hazardous, but there can be strong tidal currents, and popular boating days see a lot of traffic in and out of the harbor.
When you sail into the bay, keep watch to the port side. You will pass the city dock, identified by a large American flag on the lawn adjoining the dock. You will then pass two covered marinas, followed by a private dock. Our Bayview dock (the longest dock in the Harbor) is next, and is easily identified by a sign on the end. Just beyond the Bayview dock is our main guest dock, with the dock office at the end.
By Boat
By Boat
By Car
By Car
Gig Harbor is located along state highway 16, about five miles from where 16 splits off from I-5. In other words, we are just across the Narrows bridge from Tacoma.
From the Tacoma direction, take the exit for Wollochet Drive NW, City Center. (The third exit after you cross the bridge.) Make a 90° right on Pioneer, and go all the way down the hill to the stop sign at the waterfront. Turn left, and after you pass the lawn, fishermen's memorial, and flagpole at Jerisich Park, watch for the Harbor Peddler and Ship to Shore Marine Supply on your right. The marina is behind Ship to Shore. Street parking is available.
From the Bremerton direction, take the exit for Wollochet Drive NW-City Center. Turn left at the light, crossing over Hwy 16 and continuing on to Pioneer. Follow Pioneer down the hill to the waterfront, and continue with the directions in the paragraph above.