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Content current as of 08/14/26

Walking and Rolling

Walking, skating, riding a scooter, and using assistive mobility devices are all fantastic ways to get around Tacoma!

Pedestrian Safety Projects
The City has a significant number of pedestrian projects underway to improve safety and accessibility – including ADA curb ramps, improved crossings, and corridor projects to reduce speeding and improve safety for all roadway users. Learn more at tacoma.gov/cityprojects.

Pedestrian Safety 2025 Update
We are all pedestrians. Whether pushing a stroller, using a wheelchair, skateboarding to school with friends, or walking from a parking spot to a store entrance – we all rely on pedestrian infrastructure to get where we’re going. Tacoma is committed to creating a safe, connected, equitable, and accessible pedestrian network. This report outlines the work the City is doing to reach this goal and the work still to be done.

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Walk This Way: Tips to Help You Have a Great Trip

The Puyallup Watershed Initiative’s Active Transportation Community of Interest developed these tips to make your walking trips more pleasant and safe!

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Safe Routes to School Pedestrian Curriculum

The elementary pedestrian safety curriculum was developed in a partnership between the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools. The curriculum contains six lesson plans that are aimed to teach K-5 youth safe walking skills.
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Tacoma On the Go Walking Resources

Tacoma on the Go offers an excellent collection of walking maps, virtual tours, and community walking events. It’s a great way to explore our city!
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(253) 363-1135