Written by: Tammy Guill, Bravo Tours Lakewood’s history began in the early 1800’s with courageous settlers, daring pioneers, hardworking farmers and diligent military. Today the bustling city of Lakewood still honors its historic and military roots with sites that bring history to life. Immerse yourself in a rich, colorful,...
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Chambers Bay, University Place, WA
Located near Tacoma in Pierce County, Washington, Chambers Bay is one of the top public courses in the nation and the first course in the Northwest to welcome the U.S. Open Championship. Click here to view the Chambers Bay webcam Address: 6320 Grandview Drive West, University Place, Washington 98467 (Driving...
Parks in Tacoma & Beyond
Parks in Tacoma & Beyond MetroParks Tacoma Point Defiance Park is one of twenty largest urban parks in the nation. You can bicycle on miles of roads, walk or jog on beaches or trails, picnic, or stroll through some of the most spectacular gardens on the West Coast in...
Fort Steilacoom Park
Nature, heritage, recreation. And dogs. Fort Steilacoom Park, located across the street from Western State Hospital and adjacent to Pierce College, has it all. At 340 acres, Lakewood’s largest park contains baseball and soccer playfields, a playground, an off-leash dog park and 10 miles of hiking trails that wind...