Point Defiance Park’s Five Mile Drive, Fort Nisqually & Off-leash area Closed Due to High Wind

Apr 2, 2010

High wind conditions have downed a tree along Five Mile Drive in Point Defiance Park. Park maintenance crews are in the process of removing the tree, however, for the public’s safety this area of Point Defiance Park will remain closed until wind gusts subside. Pedestrians are advised to refrain from accessing these park areas until further notice.

Fort Nisqually, as well as the Point Defiance Off-leash area, which is located on Five Mile Drive, is closed for the remainder of the day.

The Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Boathouse and park bowl are not affected by the closure of Five Mile Drive and are currently open for business.

Visitors are advised to visit the Park District’s website for updates regarding park and facility closures at www.metroparkstacoma.org

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Established in 1907 by Tacoma voters, Metro Parks Tacoma was the first independent park district created in Washington State

Contacts:   
Nancy Johnson, communications manager, 253-226-4530, nancyj@tacomaparks.com
Marina Becker, parks manager, 253-305-1024, marinab@tacomaparks.com