Exploring Tacomas Athletic and Creative Scene

As the second largest city in the state of Washington, Tacoma is a hub for recreation and outdoor activities. A city with an eclectic mix of people who are creative, gritty, beautiful, historic, innovative, diverse and resilient; its no wonder there are some fantastic places to workout.

One mustsee destination is Wright Park (501 S I St). This 27acre park offers ample space to jog or walk while taking in the spectacular views. With its wide range of flora and fauna encircling an attractive pond frequented by ducks, its easy to find some peace amidst ones exercise regime.

For those looking for more intense workouts that reflect Tacomas athletic spirit should visit Point Defiance Park(5400 N Pearl St), which provides several trails on different terrains facing scenic views overlooking Puget Sound. While youre here take time out at Owen Beach where you can swim or paddleboard away from your stresses as kayaking enthusiasts glide through their routines towards the sea lions basking nearby.

Another standout spot is Ruston Way Trail located at Ruston Way Waterfront Park (5111 Grand Loop). The trail snakes around Commencement Bay providing breathtaking views of Mount Rainier while keeping outdoor fanatics entertained with obstacle courses such as climbing up stairs or jumping over logs along this winding path.

Tacoma also houses Metro Parks STAR Center Gymnasium (3873 S 66th St) which has open lanes for swimming laps surrounded by aquafitness classes. It also has a community gym hosting basketball courts alongside Crossfit equipment perfect for high intensity workouts.

Finally dont miss UWT/Bruce Titus Track & Field Stadium(905 Broadway). Located on the campus of University Of WashingtonTacoma; this stadium caters not only to students but any athlete looking to run laps against exciting surroundings given its proximity to the citys landmarks.

If youre looking for an excellent way to combine physical exercise with truly experiencing Tacomas history, these are ideal spots whilst bearing witness to a breathtaking shoreline of Olympic Mountains.

Websites:

1. https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/starcenter/

2. https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/studentactivities/titustfstadium

Twitter:

1. @metparkstacoma

2. @UWTacoma