2524 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor
The PenMet Parks Recreation Center will be a destination for everyone. We envision families and friends riding their bikes on the Cushman Trail and meeting at the Recreation Center for a soccer game, an enrichment program, or a community event. This inclusive facility will support the well-being of the whole community and will be a place where memorable experiences are created.
With an indoor jogging track, sports courts, indoor turf field, and multiple gathering spaces, it will be more than a recreation facility. It will be a community hub bringing together families, friends, and neighbors of all ages to play, connect, and grow.
Phases of Construction
Phase I – Complete
- Community and PenMet Parks Administrative Headquarters.
- Currently open to the public.
Phase II – Complete
- A 58,000 SF indoor recreation center.
- Construction began in summer of 2023.
- New facility opened July 2025.
- Mini Golf opened July 2025.
- Cushman Trail extension opened in June 2025.
Project Highlights
- Total site is 17.23 Acres.
- The PenMet Parks Recreation Center supports many activities and programs at the indoor turf field, gymnasium, and community spaces: pickleball, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball, soccer, kickball, dodgeball, field hockey, and sports, fitness, and enrichment recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.
- An elevated walking track and community spaces.
- The event lawn accommodates U10 soccer, plus a variety of outdoor events like vendors, music, and more.
- The Cushman Trail now extends from the current southern terminus through the site to the 24th Street overpass, nearly completing the connection to the Narrows Bridge and regional trail system beyond.
- The mini golf course renovation started in March 2025 and opened July 2025.
Events
| What | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Breaking Celebration | Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 4:30 PM. | 2416 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor Washington 98335 |
| Topping Out Ceremony | Tuesday July 16, 2024 at 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. | 2416 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor Washington 98335 |
| Ribbon Cutting Celebration | Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5 PM | 2524 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor Washington 98335 |
| Grand Opening Celebration | Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10 AM – 3 PM | 2524 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor Washington 98335 |
Project Summary
Our community identified indoor recreation as a priority in the 2018 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. After an extensive feasibility process was performed, staff completed a scoping study and determined that the old Performance Golf building and site was the best suited property available to support a Recreation Center.
After engaging the community, reviewing stages of design, completing extensive agency reviews, and finalizing design elements for construction documentation, 100% plans and specifications were completed and submitted to Pierce County for permit review and approval.
On June 5, 2023, Phase II of the project was advertised for bid and on July 10, 2023 PenMet Parks received 6 bids from contractors for the Recreation Center project. The lowest responsive and responsible bidder was Jody Miller Construction from Spanaway, Washington with a bid of $20,700,400.
On August 1, 2023, Jody Miller Construction mobilized equipment and began construction at the site. Experience the time lapse video below showing the entire construction project!
The project opened in July 2025.
We are excited to enjoy the new Recreation Center with all of our community!
Project Schedule
| Project Phase | Current Schedule |
|---|---|
| Planning & Design | Completed in 2023 |
| Permitting and Procurement | Completed in 2023 |
| Construction Phase I – Administrative Headquarter and Public Space | Completed in 2025 |
| Construction Phase II – Recreation Center | Completed in 2025 |
| Mini Golf Course Restoration | Completed in 2025 |
Project Budget and Funding
A project budget of $31.6 million dollars was approved by Resolution R2021-036.
Funding Resources include the following:
| Funding | $31,600,000 |
| LTGO Bond (funded from our general levy with no tax impact – within PMP existing debt capacity) | $16,000,000 |
| Capital Reserves | $11,600,000 |
| Capital Campaign – Public and Private Philanthropic support | $4,000,000 |
See the Construction Project from Start to Finish
Building Specs
- Total campus is 17.23 acres
- 58,000 square foot facility
- 175′ x 75′ artificial indoor turf field
- Three multi-sport courts, for basketball, pickleball, and volleyball
- Elevated walking track
- Two multi-purpose community spaces
- Art corridor
- Cushman Trail extends approximately 0.4 miles
- Renovated miniature golf course
Project Management
If you have further construction questions, please contact: [email protected]
Learn More
Learn more about this community hub for families, friends, and neighbors of all ages to play, connect, and grow.