Bird watching in Gig Harbor, Washington

Sandpiper Nest is a real estate and travel agency located at 19016 115th Street Northwest, Gig Harbor, Washington, United States. At Sandpiper Nest, pro housekeepers ensure a thorough cleaning and provide fresh linens before every stay. Guests can rely on 24/7 customer care and local teams in all areas of operation. Welcome to Heron Reach on Rocky Bay at Gig Harbor, a comfortable beachfront short-term rental in the pristine Key Peninsula of the South Puget Sound. This area is a haven for marine and wildlife, with stunning views of herons, ducks, eagles, seals, sea otters, porpoises, and even orcas. The changing tides bring different wildlife to Rocky Bay every six hours, offering a unique experience for guests.

Hales Pass Park, located in Gig Harbor, Washington, is a 3.7-acre park that offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors. The park features a small baseball field, tennis courts that are also lined for pickleball, and a large picnic shelter for gatherings and events. One of the main attractions of the park is the historic Arletta Schoolhouse, which was originally built in 1938 and renovated in 2022. The park is a popular destination for recreational camps, classes, and activities hosted by PenMet Parks, and the Arletta Schoolhouse is often used as a community meeting place. The park also includes a two-room historic schoolhouse, a covered pavilion, and portable restrooms on site.