Near Ruston Path
Mt. Rainier over Tacoma from Ruston Path
Near Ruston Path
Photo on Jun 6, 2016, looking at the port of Tacoma towards Mt. Rainier.

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Hike Trail

Ruston Path

4.3 (6 Ratings)
Take in the waterfront and multiple parks while hiking from Ruston Way to Pt. Defiance Park.
3.7
mi
Distance
53
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.75mi
Distance
53ft
Elevation Gain
54ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
48ft
High Point
-5ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Starting your hike at the Chinese Reconciliation Garden Park, you'll hike along Ruston Path through to Point Defiance Park. Along the way you'll see multiple parks, including historic fire department locations, art installments as well as an array of wildlife in the Puget Sound.

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Contributors
Emily R