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Harbor Family Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Running trail in Gig Harbor, Washington · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Harbor Family Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature preserve for walking, with paths, and a pet-friendly atmosphere.
What runners say about Harbor Family Park
The trails are somewhat narrow. Plenty of parking. I enjoy taking my dog for walks on the trails. I just wish everyone would clean up after their dogs. There are bags supplied at the entrance to the trails right next to the garbage can. No excuse for it.
Took a quick stroll through this park. Its very wooded but close to the roads and I assume peoples backyards? Will have to re visit to give full review. But worth seeing. :)
I stop by this park often to take a break when driving. It's a it's peaceful, some what quiet(although it's on a busy main-ish road.)... Will for sure return. One complaint is the parking area is full of muddy, potholes.
There's no playground or restroom here, but this bit of nature is still family-friendly with flat walking, fallen tree trunks to balance on and at least one man-made stickfort. I heard there’s an old homestead foundation to explore but we haven't found it yet.
Trail conditions & character
“This area is extremely clean, safe parking area, large dog park, large play area for kids, there's a pond with fish in it, picnic tables and a huge field to use, walking trails.”
“This area is extremely clean, safe parking area, large dog park, large play area for kids, there's a pond with fish in it, picnic tables and a huge field to use, walking trails.”
“One complaint is the parking area is full of muddy, potholes.”
Plan your run at Harbor Family Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepenmetparks.org
- Phone+1 253-858-3400
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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