- VHF channel
- 71
Marina on the Thea Foss Waterway in the south-west corner of Commencement Bay, Tacoma, Washington.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach straight off Commencement Bay and into the Foss Waterway, no tidal restriction on entry. The fuel berth sits in deep water close to the bay, with room for vessels up to about 30 metres. Hail the marina on VHF channel 71 for berthing assistance.
Practical
Fuel berth with ethanol-free petrol and diesel, plus a free pump-out when fuelling. Shore power, fresh water and facilities for berth holders. Downtown Tacoma is within walking distance along the waterway.
Ashore
The Foss Waterway Esplanade runs the length of the waterway for a walk or cycle from the marina. The Foss Waterway Seaport maritime museum is around 600 metres north, and the Museum of Glass with its outdoor hot shop is about 1 km away.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 47.25661, -122.43585 (47°15.40'N 122°26.15'W)
- Country
- United States
- VHF channel
- 71
- Phone
- +1 (253)-272-4404
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Foss Harbor lies at 47°15.40'N 122°26.15'W, that is 47.25661, -122.43585 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 71 before entering.
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Foss Harbor answers on VHF channel 71.
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