Explore the Shore at Owen Beach – Tacoma

Description

Learn about beach animals during low tide at Owen Beach at Point Defiance Park. Run a finger over the back of a prickly pink sea star, or hold a tiny crab in the palm of your hand. This is a great opportunity to explore biological diversity at local beaches and learn how to protect them. Trained naturalists from Port Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Tacoma Nature Center will help kids identify tide pool animals and teach stewardship of the beach.

This walk is recommended for ages 5 and up. For the great adventurers, you may walk up to 1.5 miles round trip from Owen Beach south to the Boat House and back. The length of your adventure depends on you.

Explore the Shore is FREE. No RSVP is needed. Meet on the beach near the Owen Beach parking lot in Point Defiance Park and register at the event tent.

2026 Dates/Times:

• Saturday May 16: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Wednesday June 17: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Tuesday July 14: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• Wednesday August 12: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

| May 16, June 17, July 14 & August 12 | Hours vary | Owen Beach, Point Defiance Park | Free | Recommended ages 5 and up |