Thea Foss City Marina
About
Thea Foss City Marina is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 1.4 miles from Tacoma. It's a spot to visit along the shore rather than a place to get in the water, since swimming is not allowed here. A fee is charged. Summer is the most comfortable time to come. Typical averages from a nearby Tacoma weather station show July and August highs around 77°F with only about four wet days a month, while winter brings highs in the upper 40s and rain on most days. Close by, Garfield Gulch Trail and Canyon Rim Trail offer short hikes within about 2.5 miles. Climbers can head to the Tacoma climbing area, about 1.5 miles away, or to Point Defiance Park, about 5 miles out.
Beach Details
Swimming
Not allowed
Parking
Available
Fee
Fee charged
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Thea Foss City Marina
Washington
Data: Washington State Department of Ecology, Coastal Atlas public beach access. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Apr–Oct. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 60–77°F and lows of 44–57°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Tacoma #1, WA weather station, 0.9 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan48° high37° low
- Feb50° high37° low
- Mar55° high40° low
- Apr60° high44° low
- May66° high49° low
- Jun71° high53° low
- Jul77° high57° low
- Aug77° high57° low
- Sep71° high53° low
- Oct61° high47° low
- Nov52° high41° low
- Dec47° high37° low
Nearby
- TacomaRock climbing1.5 mi
- Garfield Gulch TrailHiking2 mi
- Canyon Rim TrailHiking2.5 mi
- Lister Overlook TrailHiking2.6 mi
- Hillside LoopHiking2.9 mi
- Point Defiance ParkRock climbing5.3 mi
- Wilson Way Bridge BoulderRock climbing5.4 mi
- Spire RockRock climbing8.6 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
