Fireboat No. 1 – Ruston Way Trail loop from Ruston

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Fireboat No. 1 – Ruston Way Trail loop from Ruston

Moderate

4.7

(7256)

16,966

runners

Fireboat No. 1 – Ruston Way Trail loop from Ruston

01:15

12.1km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.06 km

Fireboat No. 1

Highlight • Monument

A beautiful historic fire fighting and search and rescue ship. Well worth a stop if you're in the area.

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5.09 km

Dickman Mill Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Dickman Mill Park is the site of an abandoned lumber mill. There are some ruins of the mill along with views out onto the water from the short out-and-back path traveling through the park.

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5.95 km

Beach

7.25 km

Harbor Lights Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

A long-time Tacoma institution, Harbor Lights is known for serving enormous portions of seafood. Its waterfront location also offers great views over Commencement Bay.

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7.69 km

Ruston Way Trail is an excellent multi-use paved trail connecting several small parks along the scenic waterfront. Be alert as you ride this path, as it is a popular route for pedestrians, runners and the occasional carriage.

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11.6 km

Raptor Overlook – View of Commencement Bay and Marina

Highlight • Viewpoint

12.1 km

Port Defiance Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

The ferry ride to Vashon Island is a short trip with departures daily every fifteen minutes. The round trip cost for Port Defiance/Tahlequah is $6.50 plus a bicycle surcharge of …

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12.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

219 m

173 m

Surfaces

8.72 km

2.13 km